DIY Tips On Wiring

Replace any switch in the house with an X10 switch and you can remotely control electric devices in a detached garage—or anywhere else in…

Most dryer problems can be fixed in an hour with a few basic tools and a continuity tester or multimeter—and you can do the work yourself…

Change a drab room into a dazzling one with a new overhead light fixture. Here's how to mount that new fixture correctly and safely using…

New high-tech components make it easier than ever to install your own whole-house audio system. We'll tell you what to buy and show you how to…

Create a rock-solid base for exterior light fixtures mounted on vinyl or aluminum lap siding, without removing any siding. Vinyl mounting blocks…

Analyze your circuit breaker panel to see if you have amperage capacity and the physical space needed for a new 240-volt circuit or appliance.

Low voltage lighting is simple and safe to install on decks, patios or around the garden, even for beginners. Learn about lighting options and…

Not all dimmer switches are the same, and if you buy one that's not rated for the total wattage of the lights it controls, you could have…

Old ceiling fan and light combinations often use only pull chain controls. For an easy upgrade, and to avoid rewiring, just add a receiver for a…

T-12 fluorescent bulbs, long used in garages and shops, are being replaced by energy-saving T-8 bulbs. However, you'll probably need to replace…

Charging a laptop or other electronic device on a car cigarette lighter works differently than charging from an outlet. Here's what you need to…

If you're adding wires or a bigger device to an electrical box, you may need additional capacity. There are two ways to enlarge an existing box…

Mount a flat panel TV yourself and save hundreds of dollars with these easy-to-follow instructions for low profile, tilting and full-motion…

Compact fluorescent bulbs can work well with dimmers—if they're the right type of dimmer. Replace older, standard dimmer switches with CFL…