Home inspectors keep circling the same problem in their reports: improvised electrical work that looks clever at first glance ...

Let's be honest here. Most homeowners think they can save a few bucks by tackling electrical projects themselves. I mean, YouTube makes everything look simple, right? The problem is that electrical ...

Electrical boxes are the hidden workhorses of your home’s electrical system. They house the connections between wires, providing power to outlets, switches, and fixtures throughout your house. But ...

So, you’ve found yourself living in an older home with that charming, vintage vibe. You know the one — creaky floorboards, ...

This article is based on the 1999 National Electrical Code (NEC). Installing transformers in accordance with the NEC is critical to ensuring a safe electrical installation as well as a reliable power ...

If planned properly, many components that will be a part of the permanent and final installation could be a part of the overall temporary power for the project. Why is it that some electricians think ...

Ana has 20+ years of experience covering home improvement and business topics for U.S. and international media. She’s been published in U.S. News & World Report, The American Scholar Magazine, ...