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Electrical Question about Wiring an Outdoor Pole Light Fixture
would be OK to use in-house wiring from the GFI to the light on the pole…
I Installed Wiring to my Ceiling Fan, It Does Not Work – Can You Help?
When I turned the power back on the fan works but the light on the fan is now controlling the lamp plugged into the outlet. Can You Help?
Electrical Question about Replacing a Fixture with a Ceiling Fan Wiring
I am replacing a two bulb light fixture with a ceiling fan and light. I am having trouble with the wires from the fan to the junction box, as it seems there are more wires from the ceiling.
What does it cost to have an Electric Dryer Circuit Installed?
I am switching from a gas dryer to an electric. What charge should I expect from the electrician to wire a new outlet?
Electrical Question from Cathy about Home Wiring
Can I run a heavy extension cord under ground to plug in a fountain for a small water garden?
Electrical Question from Paul about Electrical Surge Problem
Question: why does my main switch red not trip when i send a fault current through it.
Electrical Question from William about Oven Wiring
Question: I had to replace a kitchen electric stove. The stove that was removed was wired into the wall.
Electrical Question about Under Cabinet Lights Wiring Problem
Question: We have run a coax wire from one switch to an under cabinet light fixture and it works fine.
Electrical Question from Ralph about Electrical Service Upgrade
Question: My wife and I bought a fixer upper mobile home that needs the electrical upgraded. We are upgrading the service to 150 amps.
What Are The Electrical Codes For Above Ground Pools?
My electrician is trying to ground my above ground pool. There is no metal on the…
Where Can I Find A 30-Amp 3-Wire Dryer Cord?
Can you please tell me where I can find a dryer cord to match this outlet…
Is There an Electrical Problem When Lights and Appliances Go Off And On?
Most often this is the symptom of a deteriorating connection that is occurring most likely at the electrical…
Is Low Voltage and 120 Volt Wiring Allowed In The Same Electrical Box?
There are two provisions that will allow this. Don’t get confused by the voltage specification of home electrical wiring in this scenario…
Will Your Home Project Cause Unwanted Fees?
have the inspector tell you what category the project has been identified as. If this is not correct then you need to discuss this with him. This does not mean that you can cut corners to prevent applicable code requirements. However…
Can I Convert a 220 Volt Circuit To A 230 Volt Circuit?
Can you convert a 220 Volt outlet into a 230 Volt outlet so a 230 Volt AC unit can be plugged in?
Can I Convert Two 3-Way Switched Lights To Be One 4-Way Setup?
I have 2, 3-way switch setups each controlling 1 light fixture. I’d like to tie them together into a single 4 way system…
What Size Wire for a 60 Amp 220v Cable to an Air Handler?
I need to run a 60 amp 220v cable to an air handler for a 45 ft length, should I use number 8 or 6 cable…
Electrical Question about a Power Supply Size
We’re not talking about a lot of amps, and since it won’t be plugged in all the time, is that safe?
Electrical Question about an Outlet Screw Terminal
If the screws for the terminals come all the way out, is the receptacle still good to use?
Electrical Question about Voltage Adapters
I have a small fan that calls for a 3v adapter. Can I use a 7v adapter instead?