Articles about Electrical Wiring: Electric Wiring
How to Install Wiring in a Basement
September 20, 2017 by Dave RongeyCan the Romex brand wire be used when Wiring a Basement? Romex or metal cable: What should be used when wiring a basement and how is the wiring protected. NEC Code Article Sections 336-6c, 333-11
Adding Breaker Space To Your Electric Panel
June 14, 2017 by Dave RongeyShould I Replace a 100 amp main with 125 amp Main Panel? How to Add Circuit Breaker Space to an Electrical Service Panel.
Electric Water Heater Wiring Connections
March 15, 2016 by Dave RongeyHow are the electrical wires connected for an electric water heater? Wiring Connections for a 240 volt 30 amp Electric Water Heater.
Using Copper and Aluminum Wire for Home Circuits
February 20, 2016 by Dave RongeyWhen splicing aluminum and copper wires do the wire connectors need to be a special type? Wiring Methods for Copper and Aluminum Wires, Safe uses of Aluminum Wire for Larger Home Electrical Circuits.
Wire Size for a 220 Volt Dryer Circuit
November 28, 2017 by Dave RongeyWhat is the Right Wire Size for a 220Volt Clothes Dryer? Installing a 30 Amp 220 Volt Dryer Circuit, Wire Size for Dryer, Electric Dryer Circuit Cable, Receptacle Outlet for a Dryer.
Electric Circuit for an Arc Welder
May 9, 2017 by Dave RongeyHow do I connect the wiring for a 220Volt Arc Welder? How to Wire an Arc Welder with a Dedicated Circuit and the Wiring Requirements.
Bathroom Remodeling and Electrical Wiring
January 28, 2016 by Dave RongeyHow are lights and outlets wired when Remodeling a Bathroom? Installing Electrical Wiring for a Bathroom Remodel Project.
3Wire and 4Wire Kitchen Range and Stove Circuits
November 28, 2017 by Dave RongeyHow can a stove be connect to a 3-wire outlet? 3Wire and 4Wire Range and Stove Circuits, Wiring 3 prong and 4 prong Range Cords.
Adding an Electric Panel and Circuits
January 7, 2016 by Dave RongeyShould I add a sub panel to get more electrical circuits? Installing a New Panel for More Electrical Circuits, Why Sub Panels Require a 3-Wire Cable with a Ground Wire, 4- Wire Panels with Neutral and Ground Isolation.
How Does an Infrared Camera Troubleshoot Electrical Problems
September 29, 2015 by Dave RongeyHow is a Infrared Camera Used to Detect Electrical Problems? Thermal Expansion and Contraction that Can Cause Faulty Electrical Connections.
Planning for a Garage Electrical Sub Panel
December 21, 2017 by Dave RongeyHow Can I Install Electrical Wiring and a Sub Panel in a Garage? Planning and Installing a Garage Sub Panel.
Troubleshooting a Faulty Dryer Circuit
February 27, 2018 by Dave RongeyThe Outlet for my Dryer is Not Working, is this a Problem with the Socket or the Circuit Breaker? Electrical Problems that can Keep a Dryer From Working.
Replacing a Light Switch and Changing the Wiring
January 23, 2018 by Dave RongeyHow do I connect the wires when replacing my light switches? How to Replace a Light Switch and Make the Wiring Connections, Identifying the Wiring, Connecting the Wiring for Your New Switch.
Incorrect Outlet Ground Wire Could be a Shock Hazard
October 12, 2016 by Dave RongeyThe Danger of Incorrectly Connecting a Ground Wire to a Outlet: Why a Ground Wire Should Not be Used as a Neutral Wire on a Receptacle Outlet.
Upgrading Home Electrical Wiring
October 14, 2016 by Dave RongeyOur house needs more circuits, what is the best way to upgrade the electrical wiring? Guide for Upgrading Home Electrical Wiring.
Adding Electrical Wiring in the Home
March 10, 2015 by Dave RongeyHow should I install electrical wiring inside the walls of my home? Installing Electrical Wiring around Obstacles inside the walls and ceilings.