Electrical

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...

The Nuances Of Automatic Security Lights

Three types of automatic security lights can make your home safer with minimal effort or cost....

Types Of 220 Outlets

Most US homes are wired with 110-volt breakers and power outlets (which actually range from...

Black Electrical Outlets

Credit: Arnev Products Make a fashion statement with black electrical outlets, flip switches,...

Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFL)

The many shapes and sizes of CFL bulbs. CFL bulbs (compact fluorescent light bulbs) are...

Preventing Electrical Fires

An electrical fire is the dangerous result of electrical short circuits, overloaded circuits,...