Electrical

Christmas Lights, Without Tripping Breakers

Holiday lighting may be the world's largest collective ritual involving electrical danger....

Assessing Your Home's Security

All homeowners want to protect their loved ones and their assets. However, not all homeowners...

Guide To Installing Wall Sconces

Hanging a wall sconce is not so different from installing a ceiling light fixture. Wall sconces...

Guide To Installing Pendant Lamps

One of the more appealing trends in home decor is pendant lighting. In the last few years I...

Outdoor Wiring Guidelines

Outdoor wiring is fairly similar to indoor wiring, with a couple of key differences. Outdoors,...

Hiring Electricians: What's Normal, And What's Not

Homeowners seem to have a lot of questions about electrical work. This is partly because most...

Troubleshooting Foundation Leaks

Foundation leaks seem almost inevitable, but they can be avoided or repaired. We interviewed...

6 Electrical Repairs You Should Never Do Yourself

Electrical shock is very serious. It can make your entire skeleton glow in a brilliant flash...