Installing Communication Wiring
Installing Cat-5 and coaxial cable for Internet, computer, telephone and other uses.
How to Install a Ceiling Fan Remote
Upgrade your fan with a ceiling fan remote.
How To Repair a Cut Extension Cord
For this extension cord wiring repair, all you need is a new plug!
Fishing Electrical Wire Through Walls
Run electrical cable through walls and across ceilings without tearing them apart by fishing wire
How To Strip Wire
Stripping wires is an essential skill for any DIY electrical project or home repair.
Installing PVC Conduit
It's cheap, easy and lightweight
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
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...
11 Best Ways to Hide Wires in a Room Without Going Into the Walls
No need to bust open the drywall. From piping to ghost wire, here are some creative ways to conceal that...
Don’t Believe This Electrical Panel Myth
We stumbled onto an online discussion in which a homeowner claimed his monthly electric bill dropped 30 percent after he...
Square D Plug-On Neutral Load Center (sponsored)
I started wiring panels before arch fault protection was required.
Fixing a Screwy Electrical Box
Grab some some zip ties to fix stripped-out screw holes on an electrical box.
How to Install a 3-Way Switch
Convert an existing two-way switch to a three-way switch and run new wire to the second switch location.
What is a 3-Way Switch and How Do They Work?
What is a 3-way switch? A three-way switch is one that allows you to control a ceiling light (or other...
How to Remember Which Breaker Goes to an Outlet
Use this method so you never forget which breaker controls which outlet.
How to Install a Ceiling Fan Mounting Bracket
Here, we'll show you how to remove an old light and install a ceiling fan mounting bracket so you can...
13 Modern Pendant Lighting Trends That’ll Light Up Your Life
Modern pendant lighting is all about clean lines, bright materials, and the right scale. Here are 14 epic trends in...
Safely Wiring Electrical Receptacles and Switches
Doing your own wiring? Here's how to connect wires to the terminal screws.
How to Run a Conduit Through an Exterior Wall
Avoid water leaks by following these tips on how to run a conduit through an exterior wall for free and...
How to Install a Light Fixture
Make an existing switch do double duty by adding another light fixture.
How to Fix a Fluorescent Light
Cure flickering fluorescent lights in minutes
How To Splice Underground Wire
Make a splice that will last longer than the wire
How to Wire a Lamp Socket
Revamp an old lamp or build one from scratch with this guide on how to wire a lamp socket!
7 Best Outdoor Flood Lights to Light Up Your Property
The best outdoor flood lights are a smart way to secure your home, add curb appeal and brighten up your...
