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How to Eliminate Static Noise

How can I stop static noise on my electric wall outlets? Surge Protection and Power Conditioning for the Home.

I turned off the main breaker to the house to show the kids how it worked,…

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Installing Outlets Near Air Conditioning Ducts

David in Texas asks: I’m trying to find out what the minimum distance an electrical outlet has to be from air conditioner ducting. I’m mounting a projector that is near one of my air conditioner duct outlets.

Adding Recessed Light Fixtures

I want to add some recessed lights, how should they be wired to the existing light fixture? Installing Electric Wiring for Additional Recessed Light Fixtures.

Why Wall Sockets and Outlets Stop Working

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Will CFL Lamps Work With Dusk To Dawn Fixtures

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4 Way Switch Wiring for Light Fixtures

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How To Install Three Way Dimmer Switches

Installing a Dimmer Switch: How to Install and Wire Dimmer Switches for Your Light Fixtures.

Air Conditioner Electrical Circuit

Circuit Wiring for a Air Window Conditioner

Wiring a Bath Exhaust Fan Speed Control

How To Slow Down or Control a Bath Exhaust Fan: Bathroom Exhaust Fan Speed Control Options. Options when an exhaust fan is too fast and a slower speed is needed, or a variable speed will work better.

Wiring GFI Outlets in a Kitchen

Installing Kitchen Outlets on a GFI Circuit: How many outlets can you install in a kitchen after the GFCI receptacle.

Correct Electrical Wire Size for Ceiling Fans and Lights

Selecting the Correct Wire Size for Ceiling Fans and Lights: Selecting the Correct Wire Size for Ceiling Fans and Lights.

Ceiling Fan Remote for a Fluorescent Light

How to Wire a Ceiling Fan with a Remote Control for the Light Fixture: Troubleshooting a Ceiling Fan Light with Remote Control.

Home Electrical Circuit Wiring Sizes and Cable Types

How to Select cable sizes and electrical wires for general home electrical wiring projects

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The Safest Way to Test Electrical Devices and Identify Electric Wires!
The Non-Contact Electrical Tester

This is a testing tool that is a Non-contact tester that I use to easily Detect Voltage in Cables, Cords, Circuit Breakers, Lighting Fixtures, Switches, Outlets and Wires. Simply insert the end of the tester into an outlet, lamp socket, or hold the end of the tester against the wire you wish to test. Very handy and easy to use.

The Quickest Way to Check for Faulty Electrical Wiring!
The Plug-In Outlet Tester

This is great to troubleshoot a problem with outlet circuit wiring, is also used by most inspectors to test for power and check the polarity of circuit wiring.
It detects probable improper wiring conditions in standard 110-125 VAC outlets Provides 6 probable wiring conditions that are quick and easy to read for ultimate efficiency Lights indicate if wiring is correct and indicator light chart is included Tests standard 3-wire outlets UL Listed Light indicates if wiring is incorrect, Very handy and easy to use.

Strip Off Wire Insulation without Nicking and Damaging the Electric Wire!
The Wire Stripper and Wire Cutter

A wire stripping tool used to safely strip electrical wires. This handy tool has multiple uses: The wire gauges are shown on the side of the tool so you know which slot to use for stripping insulation. The end of the tool can be used to grip and bend wire which is handy for attaching wire onto the screw terminals of switches and outlets.

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