Electrical
Electricity is not something to mess with unprepared. Stay safe by getting educated on all things electrical.
15 Tips for Choosing LED Bulbs for Your Home
LED (light emitting diode) lights use less energy, last longer, come in many different colors, and are now available in...
Once-Important Electrical Knowledge Homeowners Don’t Need to Know Anymore
If you don't use a landline, why would you need to know how to wire a phone jack? See what...
18 DIY Fixes for Broken Electrical Items at Home
Don't give up hope on your favorite sconce, extension cord or other electrical thing when it stops working! You can...
What Does Wi-Fi Stand For?
Hint: It's not "wireless fidelity."
Electrical Box Basics All Homeowners Should Know
With the variety of different electrical boxes available at home centers, how do you know what to buy? Don’t worry, it’s...
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 USB outlets for your home...
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 Reduce Static Electricity in Your House
The shocking truth about taming free electrons!
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 an electrical project. But the...
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. It's the best way to...
Homeowner’s Guide for Holiday Lighting
We all love the cheerful glow of holiday lights so lets make the process seamless from start to finish. We'll...
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 lineman’s pliers instead use a...
This Tool Makes Twisting Wires So Much Easier
Try twisting wires with this handy tool
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 it's there
Easy Knob-and-Tube Insulation Fix
The insulation on knob-and-tube wiring gets brittle with age. When you’re working with it, the insulation may just crumble in...
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 existing wiring. How do you...
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 the main electrical panel, NEVER...
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 variations. Fans with the same...