Articles about Electrical Wiring
Basement Circuits and Electrical Wiring
How do I determine how many circuits to use in a finished basement, excluding the bathroom, kitchen, and bar area? Circuit Planning for Basement Electrical Wiring.
Wiring Connections for a Light Fixture
I am trying to replace a light fixture, how should I connect the wires? How to Make the Wiring Connections for Light Fixtures and Identifying the Colors of the Wires and Where to Connect the Wires.
Converting a Light Switch into an Outlet
Can You Make a Light Switch into a Outlet? How to Wire a Light Switch to Become an Outlet.
Wiring Connections When Replacing a Light Fixture
How do I connect the light fixture wires to my ceiling electrical box wiring? Electrical Wiring Connections for Light Fixture, Best Practices When Replacing Light Fixtures.
Install Under Cabinet Kitchen Outlets
Can I install receptacles in a plug strip under the upper cabinets in a kitchen? This electrical wiring project is about Installing New Outlets in a Kitchen.
The Cause of an Incorrect Voltage Problem
Why is the Voltage Incorrect at an Electrical Panel and Some Circuits? How to Identify the Cause of an Incorrect Voltage Problem.
Wiring an Electric Dryer for a 3-Wire Cord
How should I wire the connectors for a dryer cord? Wiring a Dryer Cord: How the electric dryer is wired and what to do if your cord does not match the plug.
Wiring a Kitchen Ceiling Light Fixture
I bought a new ceiling light fixture for the kitchen and I need help wiring with the wiring: Wire a Light Fixture and Wall Switch.
How to Wire into an Existing Light Switch
How Can I Wire into an Existing Switch that Controls an Outlet? The Most Common Problems when Wiring Light Switches and How to Fix Them, Wiring Switches with White Wires.
How to Change Out Electrical Outlets
Why is the power tripping off after I replaced my electric outlets? Common Mistakes When Replacing Electrical Outlets and How to Fix Them, Working with the Wiring and Electrical Outlet Box.
Junction Box Splice for a 220 Volt Electric Range Cable
How do I Splice a 220 Volt Cable in an Electrical Junction Box? Splice Electrical Wires, What to do with the Ground Wire.
Causes of Electrical Power Problems
I lost power to part of my house, what could be the problem? Common Causes of Lost Power or No Circuit Power, How to Troubleshoot the Cause of Home Electrical Circuit Problems.
How should I provide GFCI Protection for a Welder
How should I provide GFCI Protection for a Welder Circuit? GFCI Circuit Protection for a Welder Circuit.
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.
Cable Strapping and Wiring Methods
How to Strap Electrical Wire and Cable: As the cable passes through holes in the framing it does not need to be supported, only as the cable runs parallel with the framing will the strapping be required.
Wiring a Kitchen Hood Exhaust Fan
Installing Electrical Circuit Wiring For a Kitchen Exhaust Fan