Electrical Improvement

Replace that old noisy bath fan with one that's whisper quiet and clears the air faster with better airflow. You often can do it in less…

Replace smoke alarms before they fail. It takes only about 10 minutes to replace a hard-wired type safely.

Convert your trailer lights to LEDs and add individual grounds to eliminate the two most common causes of light failures.

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…

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…

Generate power for corded tools anywhere you go without the cost and hassle of a gas-powered generator by wiring a power inverter to your truck…

Make turning lamps on and off easier by installing an in line cord switch. We'll show you how to add the switch so you don't have to…

Tired of groping for pull chains in the dark? Wireless, piezoelectric switches allow you to control lights using nothing more than the energy…

Choose the best infloor heating system. We cover the pros and cons of electric systems and hot water (hydronic) systems for comfort and space…

Control bathroom humidity more efficiently with a new type of humidistat switch that turns an exhaust fan on and off in response to changing…

You can use these add-on switch controls to turn on and off the lights and appliances in your house. This article gives you the run down on…

Use airtight recessed lights in a cathedral ceiling to prevent heat loss, moisture problems and roof rot. The fixtures are inexpensive.

Install a first class home theater in an existing room in your home. We show you how to adapt it for optimal viewing and sound. It doesn't have…

If you want to save money by setting back your thermostat at night, use a two-stage thermostat on a two-stage furnace.

Whole house fans will keep you and your home cool at a fraction of the cost of air conditioning. We walk you through the pros and cons and help…

These 18 special products make home improvement easier and faster—from lightweight tile backer board to epoxy adhesives to handy wall anchors.

Add undercabinet lighting to existing kitchen cabinets. This unique method of wiring undercabinet lights eliminates disruptive wall tear-out…

Give your room a stunning new look and feel by adding DIY recessed lights. Even if you don’t have access to the ceiling from the attic, …

Warm up cold bathroom floors with electric in-floor heating mats installed under the tile. Use it as supplemental heat for comfort or as space…

A ceiling fan improves cooling in summer and heating in winter. The result: You feel more comfortable while you save on utility bills. And…