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Quality outlets for non-audio

I am in a 20 year old home now and some of the outlets are pretty loose with no fix but to replace them. Especially noticeable when vacuuming.

Without resorting to hospital grade units I'd like to know what brands / models others have had good luck with, especially with longevity and reliability. I tend to like Leviton.  For these needs I don't need GFCI or wifi.

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erik_squires
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jtcf
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DeKay for what it's worth I've had very good luck with Moen for both kitchen and bath fixtures.

Eric I replaced all of our outlets 15 years ago.I don't remember the brand, but I just chose the brand that felt and looked sturdy from HomeDepot. They still grip tightly, even the ones used most often.
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cleeds
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I think all of the manufacturers make contractor-grade devices, and that's what I avoid. The better devices grip better and are more durable, but they cost more than the cheapie units. Hubbell and Leviton have both served me well.
erik_squires OP
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Well, I'd like to stick to relatively affordable outlets.  Say $5 to $10 a piece.

The nearly $20 a piece Hubbell's are way over my budget for basic appliance needs. :) 
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erik_squires OP
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TR is fine.  I don't mind paying extra to get up to code, though I have no children to worry about playing around with paper clips in outlets here. 

I meant to say this house was about 15 years old.  It was built in 2006, I guess the TR requirement got added in 2008 so they just missed the cutoff.


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