Electricity

Eight Common Electrical Myths and Mistakes
Dangerous electrical work and widespread misconceptions cause fires, deaths, and $1.5 billion in property damage annually.
Remodeling Around Electrical Panels
Know the code requirements for electrical panels before you start a remodeling project around one.
Adding Garage Outlets
The code-minimum standard is at least one 20-amp branch circuit supplying a separate receptacle outlet for each vehicle bay in a garage.
Options for Smarter Home-Energy Tracking
Solutions for monitoring electricity usage for a more efficient home with lower bills.
Understanding Electricity Terms and Billing
Learn the difference between terms like voltage and power and how your energy bill is determined at the end of the month.
Rules for Storing Your Own Electricity
With an increase in the popularity of electric vehicles and solar panels, new building code requirements for safely housing systems to store excess energy have cropped up.
Why Do I Have To Separate Grounds and Neutrals?
One of these wires is meant to complete a circuit and the other is there just for safety.
High-Quality, Reasonably Priced Testers
Klein's new line of testers helps you locate the right circuit breaker and verify the voltage of your outlets.
Choosing an Efficient Water Heater
Heat-pump water heaters offer the most energy savings, but they still struggle for a toehold in the market.
Lighting for the Long Term: A Detailed Illustration of Ideal Kitchen Lighting
Lighting designer David Warfel explains how to choose the right lights and lighting controls to create a safe, practical, comfortable, and healthy kitchen.

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