Electrical System

LED lights use less energy, last longer and come in many different colors. If you've been attracted by LED lighting...

Replace a faulty phone jack in 10 minutes.

Is your lamp cord coming loose at the plug? Here's how to replace a polarized plug safely and easily.

If you don't use a landline, why would you need to know how to wire a phone jack? See what...

Don't give up hope on your favorite sconce, extension cord or other electrical thing when it stops working! You can...

Overstuffed electrical boxes are a fire hazard, but they're easy to fix.

In today's information age, a massive amount of information is being pushed through our coaxial cables, leaving very little room...

Installing recessed lighting, even in the toughest situation—by fishing wires.

With the variety of different electrical boxes available at home centers, how do you know what to buy? Don’t worry, it’s...

How to diagnose and fix an arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) problem.

Sometimes, electrical hazards lurk out of sight. Learn how to spot them and what you can do to make your...

Watch out for these key signs of dangerous electrical outlets.

Low-voltage systems make lighting a deck both safer and easier.

If you can install a conventional outdoor light fixture, you can install a motion sensor light, although aiming and adjusting...

If you want new or upgraded illumination for your yard, be sure to check out these amazing outdoor lighting trends....

Add interest to a bedroom or kitchen by building a soffit with drywall, wood trim and rope lights.

Smart lights let you control a bulb remotely via an app on your phone, through a smart speaker or even...

Cover up old wall-mounted phone jack with one of these creative and practical ideas.

If you haven't yet caught on to the LED color changing light bulb trend, maybe it's time! At the very...

Tighten or shim electrical outlets to repair this annoying—and dangerous—problem in seconds.

Upgrade your standard wall outlets to a USB outlet for simpler electronic charging.

Low-voltage systems make it easy—even if you have no electrical experience

First step? Check the fixture for other problems.

This cove lighting project from crown molding brings soft light and rich drama to any room.

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

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

Upgrade your garage wiring the correct and easy way. We'll show you how to add outlets to a garage without...

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

The shocking truth about static electricity, and what you can do about it.