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When a light fixture needs to be turned on or off from two locations two 3-way switches are used. A typical application would be…

I am the second year student in electrical engineering in Jimma University in Ethiopia. My question is how can I will be successful in this field?

Question: I am trying to control my walkway lights with motion sensor.

Why does our house have partial power, is there a problem with our panel? Electrical storms, or changing an outlet that shorts out and causes sparks can cause a number of problems with the home electrical system.

How can I wire an outlet and ceiling fan so it is controlled by the switch?

My old oven has 30 amp fuses. I have just bought a double oven which requires hard-wiring 45 amp fuse. What should I do?

I replaced my old 3-way switches with new ones and now the 2 hallway lights only work when one of the switches is on/active (this is not the switch in which the hot wire is located).

Installed garbage disposal after other quit. On that wall we have a 2 switch plate. Works over sink light and disposal. Although we have power in at the wire the light and disposal does not work the disposal.

Install a Flood Light on a Deck: How to use an existing power supply.

Why you should never connect a generator in such a way as to back-feed your electrical system. This is extremely dangerous not only to your home but also the electrical utility crews who may be working on downed electrical wires.

Can I use a different replacement light bulb in my light fixture? What will happen if put a larger bulb?

I have several electrical outlets in my kitchen, all marked GFCI; however, only 2 of them have a trip/reset button.

The electrical box on the pole had a bad fuse. I replaced both of them. Meanwhile the well is not working.

I am running the electric to my detached garage. I plan on installing two receptacles, one for the door opener and the other closer to the main door for lawn equipment and a radio.

Larry in Milford, Ohio asks: How to Wire a pond pump back to house to junction box on outside foundation through wall and…

There are a variety of fixture boxes that can be used for just about any wiring situation. If the 2×6 is directly at the desired location for the light fixture then…