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    Electrical

    Electricity is not something to mess with unprepared. Stay safe by getting educated on all things electrical.

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    13 Things Your Electrician Wants You to Know

    Almost every home uses electric service to one degree or another. And sooner or later,...

    Install a Super-Easy USB Outlet

    Adding a USB outlet is easy enough for a first-time electrician.

    How to Increase Internet Speed

    Install a wired network for peak performance

    How to Balance a Wobbly Ceiling Fan

    Stop the wobble and make your fan run smoothly in 15 minutes.

    How to Choose the Best USB Outlet for Your Home or Garage

    Find out what you need to know about the different types and installation requirements of...

    How to Get Better Cell Phone Reception at Home

    Improve cell phone service with a simple signal booster system you can install yourself

    How to Install Ceiling Fans

    It's easier than you think, even on an angled ceiling.

    How to Install a Ceiling Fan Remote

    Upgrade your fan with a ceiling fan remote.

    Best Electrical Tape

    A electrician pro reveals the electrical tape he swears by

    2 Must-Have Tools for DIY Electrical Work

    Noncontact voltage testers are great for making sure the power is off before you start...

    Learn from the Pros: 2 Wire-Splicing Methods

    Learn two wire-splicing methods used by our master electrician.

    The Correct Way to Install a Light Bulb

    Illuminate yourself to this handy hint to prevent light bulbs from breaking in light sockets....

    Homeowner’s Guide for Holiday Lighting

    We all love the cheerful glow of holiday lights so lets make the process seamless...
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    7 Common Mistakes DIYers Make With Electrical Projects

    Watch out for these common wiring mistakes that trip up DIYers working on electrical projects.

    How To Strip Wire the Safe Way

    When stripping insulation from wiring, you might be tempted to use the cutting jaws on...

    Aluminum Wiring Can Be Hazardous, Here’s What to do About It

    Your home might have aluminum wiring and you need to know what to do if...

    Easy Knob-and-Tube Insulation Fix

    The insulation on knob-and-tube wiring gets brittle with age. When you’re working with it, the...

    How to Use Pocket Change to Determine Wire Sizes

    If you’re adding an outlet, you need to use wire the same gauge as the...

    Don’t Make This Dangerous Mistake with Fuses in Your Electrical Panel

    If you live in an older home that has fuses rather than breaker switches in...

    This Nifty Trick Will Fix an Extension Cord for Only $4

    Before you go out and replace your broken extension cord, try fixing it!

    With Ceiling Fans, You Get What You Pay For

    If you’ve ever shopped for ceiling fans, you've probably been struck by the huge price...

    How Liquid Electrical Tape Can Rescue Your Broken Phone Charger

    Charger cables for cell phones usually last only a few years before the insulation starts fraying...

    5 Brilliant Ways to Hide Wires in a Room Without Going Into the Walls

    Conceal that unsightly wire without hard labor!

    DIY Double-Switch Alignment Jig

    Eliminate the trial and error of aligning double switches.

    Get the Right LED for your Fixture

    Most LED bulbs need good airflow around them because heat buildup can greatly shorten their life span.