Articles about Electrical Questions and Answers

Do halogen bulbs smell when they’re about to go out?

Attic electrical wiring covered with insulation poses a concern about over-heating.

Can I keep my battery charger plugged in all summer?

Electrical troubleshooting requires testing procedures to find the problem.

Is it safe to just lay wiring on top of the rafters?

Can a dimmer switch be installed on a ceiling fan light?

Installing ceiling fans where fixtures are now on dimmer switches.

What are the right wiring connections for my ceiling fan?

Here is the correct wiring of a ceiling fan light fixture.

See why installing a 240 volt circuit without a 2-pole circuit breaker poses a hazard.

This 100 year old home is having some electrical issues.

This 100 year old home continues to have power outages. Now we discover a moisture problem.

Some exercise equipment will require a dedicated 220 volt circuit.

Some exercise equipment will require a dedicated 220 volt circuit.

I think a hardware store employee gave me wrong advice about cords. One side is smooth, one is ridged; which is which?

Smooth side, ridged side: Which is which?