Smart Plugs and Outlets

You can pack a surprising amount of convenient technology into your home’s outlets.

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Looking to add smart home functionality without breaking the bank? The Kasa smart switch is a brilliant solution.

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Control outdoor home devices right from your smartphone with this easy-to-use smart plug. Automate lights and cameras for less than...

Gone are the days when you needed to press a button to control your environment. Now, you can control a...

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You may see electrical outlets with the ground facing up or down. Do you know which is right?

Stop drafts cold at electrical boxes with these easy foam outlet insulation tips.

GCFI outlets provide cheap insurance against deadly shocks.

Use this easy method to install a new electrical outlet without a lot of wire pulling.

Try these electrical tests before calling an electrician.

GFCIs save lives. Learn how to test your GFCIs two ways, with these instructions.

Install a floor outlet and say goodbye to hazardous extension cords.

Running wiring in surface channels eliminates the big job of opening walls.

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How to wire a new plug safely

What types of receptacle outlets are required by the code?

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Find out what you need to know about the different types and installation requirements of USB outlets for your home...