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Understanding 4 Way Switch Wiring
How Do You Wire 4-Way Switches? Wiring for three switch controlled locations it is necessary to install two 3-way switches.
Why Kitchen Outlets Stop Working
Why did my kitchen outlets stop working? How to Identify the Causes of Lost Power to Your Kitchen Outlets.
Electrical Conduit Types for Underground Projects
What type of electrical conduit should I use for outdoor and underground wiring? Types of Conduits for Underground Electrical Wiring.
Installing MC Cable for Home Wiring
How to Install MC Cable for Electrical Circuit Wiring: MC cable is required to be installed in some locations for home electrical wiring and is often used when wiring outlets and lighting circuits. The installation of MC Cable must be according to applicable codes including the following guidelines.
How do I install a wire from my electrical panel for light switches?
Install Electrical Wiring for Light Switches – Resources with Fully Explained Light Switch Wiring Diagrams and Pictures assist your Home Electrical Projects
Understanding Electrical PVC Conduit Sizes
Selecting the Right PVC Conduit for Your Electrical Wiring Project – PVC Conduit for Electrical Wiring – (Poly Vinyl Chloride). PVC conduit is commonly used for underground electrical wiring.
Older Homes and Up To Standard Government Requirements
Electrical Wiring Improvements for Older Homes – I understand that there are increasing regulations to require more energy efficient building codes which require more efficient electrical equipment for new construction.
How To Wire Smoke Detectors
How to Install and Connect Smoke Detector Electrical Wires – A voltage tester is the best way to identify the electrical wiring as described in this question keeping the following in mind…
How to Make Safe Home Made Light Fixtures
Making Home made Light Fixtures: Is it safe to use 18 gauge lamp cord for a home made light fixture?
Dimmer Switches and Fluorescent Light Fixtures
How to Control Fluorescent Light Fixtures with a Dimmer Switch: Understanding Dimmer Switches and Fluorescent Light Fixtures.
Qualifying for an Electrical Contractors License
Getting an Electrical Contractors License: Understanding the Qualifications for an Electrical Contractors License.
Using Electrical Appliances in Foreign Countries
Taking Domestic Electrical Equipment to a Foreign Country: The safest way to know if your electrical appliance will be safe to connect and use with a foreign electrical system.
How to Wire a Switched Light from Two Locations
Wiring Three Way Switches to Control a Light From Two Locations: I would like to know how to wire a switched light from two locations.
How to Replace a GFI That Does Not Work
I’m replacing a GFI outlet that did not work. Now the replacement also does not work: Wiring instructions and photo that show how GFI Outlets are wired.
Dimmer Switches for Ceiling Fans
Dimmer Switch Options for Ceiling Fans and the Ceiling Fan Light – There are other specific single control switches, you may consider installing a remote module unit which will provide fan speed control and light dimming separately
Why Fluorescent Bulbs Burn Out Quickly
How You Can Have Longer Lasting Fluorescent Lamps – Good Quality Lamps Do Last Longer and inexpensive lamps will cause early burn out, also turning the fixtures on and off several times a day will reduce lamp life.
