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Light Fixture Problem with a Porch Light


Replacing ceiling porch light fixtures with Westinghouse flush mount model 66919. The old fixtures are on a one way switch and are operable.



Renovating a Basement and Installing New Wiring


I am renovating my basement and have been trying to find a specific wiring diagram for this: 14 3 GA from junction box to two ceiling fixtures, then to single pole switch, then to 2 GFCI outlets.



Adding Circuits to an Electrical Panel


How do I add new circuits to my electrical breaker panel for new equipment that I will be installing? Evaluating the Electrical Load Capacity of a Panel, Identify Circuit Requirements.



How Many Receptacle Outlets Are Allowed Per Circuit


How many receptacles can you wire onto a 20amp circuit breaker? How to Know the Number of Outlets to Wire on a Circuit.



How to Add a Ceiling Light Fixture


Installing Wiring for a Ceiling Light Fixture: The process of installing the electrical wiring will depend largely on the access to the area. In some cases the electrical circuit wiring may be extended from an existing ceiling fixture and fished to the location of the new light fixture.



How to Update Basement Electrical Wiring


How to update the wiring in a home where the main panel is in the basement with a couple of fuse boxes and replacing this with a circuit breaker box. I am Updating a Basement Electric Panel and Circuit Wiring.



How to Fix LED Light and Dimmer Switch Problems


Common Problems with Dimmer Switches and LED Light Bulbs. I replaced my 100 watt incandescent flood bulbs with 9 watt LED lights now they do not work.



How to add an Outlet to a Switch


Considerations when Adding an Outlet to a Switch. Can a receptacle outlet be added where a light switch is located?



Installing and Testing Dusk to Dawn Light Fixtures


I just installed a 150w dusk to dawn light fixture and it wont light up: How to Install the Electrical Wiring for a Dawn Outdoor Light Fixture.



How To Restore Lost Power In A Garage


How to Fix Lost Power Problem in the Garage. Electrical Question: I shorted out a receptacle in the garage and now the electricity does not work, how can I fix this?



Why Do I Have Lower Voltage Readings?


How to Identify the Cause of a Low Voltage Condition of an Outlet. Why is there only 48volts between the neutral and ground on an electric outlet?



The Causes of Lost Power to Outlets


Troubleshooting the Problem of Lost Power to Outlets, How to Locate and Repair Lost Power to Electric Outlets. I have no power in half my outlets, what could be the problem?



Upgrading Home Wiring and Planning Electrical Circuits


How do I figure out what to put on what circuits? How to Plan Circuits when Rewiring a Home, Upgrading Home Electrical Wiring and Planning the Circuits.



Electrical Junction Boxes for Home Wiring


Can I use a Plastic Nail Box in the attic as a junction box as long as I put a cover on it to conceal the wires.? Selecting The Right Junction Box for Home Electrical Wiring Projects, Types of Junction Boxes for Home Electrical Wiring.



Replacing a Ceiling Track Light


I installed all new track light, and my no-touch power tester lights up almost anywhere on the ceiling within 12 inches of the track. Is this normal?



Wiring Connections for a Heated Exhaust Fan


How to Check an Exhaust Fan Heater that Stopped Working: The circuit wiring for many heater exhaust fan units have temperature sensors installed and may be part of the blower circuit wiring which ensures that air movement is occurring to prevent a high temperature occurrence.



How to Keep Water Pipes From Freezing


How do I keep the water pipes and pressure tank from freezing in the winter?



How to Wire a Smart Thermostat


My current wiring only has 4 wires but I understand I can use the fan wire and make it a common wire. How to Wire a Smart Thermostat, Change the Wiring for a Smart Thermostat.



Kitchen Remodeling and Electrical Wiring


How Should I Rewire the Kitchen: How do I move some electrical wires in a kitchen wall that I need to remove?



How To Add an Electrical Outlet


I would like to add an electric outlet, how is this done? How to Install Electrical Wiring for an Outlet, Guide to Wiring When Adding an Electric Outlet, Locating a Power Source for an Outlet.



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