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How Much Does a Whole House Surge Protector Cost?

Whole house surge protector cost is lower than $1,000. It's a small price to prevent a power surge from destroying your essential appliances.

These handy little rings make your renovation project so much easier.

Before you add a 240-volt appliance, you need to make sure you've got what it takes.

Don't let an ugly gray metal electrical panel ruin your decor! Check out these creative solutions for covering one in...

If you're planning to increase your electrical load by adding a new major appliance, make sure your panel can handle...

Don't put up with an unsafe, unsightly electrical box installation. You can easily fix the problem by installing an electrical...

Rewiring a house is a major undertaking. An electrical inspector offers tips on hiring the right pro for the...

Circuit breaker keeps tripping? Don't just reset and forget. Circuit breakers protect your home and family, so fix that situation...

Circuit breakers protect our lives and property from dangerous electrical situations. Here's what you need to know about these critical...

Electric oven heating element replacement is a surprisingly simply DIY fix. Here's everything you need to know.

Adding a new circuit to your home's wiring seems intimidating, but with the right precautious and our step-by-step instructions, you...

Handy homeowners do electrical work all the time. With the right tools and knowledge, you can increase your skills safely...

Straight from top pro woodworkers—ultra-clever tips for getting the most from your table saw.

How to diagnose and fix an arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) problem.

Install tandem breakers to increase the number of circuits in your fuse box

We stumbled onto an online discussion in which a homeowner claimed his monthly electric bill dropped 30 percent after he...

Grab some some zip ties to fix stripped-out screw holes on an electrical box.

Check your home for these potentially hazardous situations