Articles about Electrical
Add a Touch Sensor to a Light Fixture
How to Install a Touch Sensor Switch or a Remote Control Switch for a Light Fixture: Can I wire a touch sensor switch or a remote control for a light fixture?
CFL and LED Lighting Upgrades
Can I safely replace a 60watt incandescent light bulb with a CFL or LED Lamp? Replacing Light Bulbs with CFL or LED Lights.
My Outlets have 120Volts but Nothing Works?
My outlets are reading 120V on my meter but when I plug something in they do not work. Why Electrical Outlets May Not be Working.
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.
How to Make an Electrical Cable Splice
How to Splice Electrical Cables: Where the cables enter into the junction box will depend on the cable orientation, however I have found that it is best to enter at the same side in order to line up the conductors evenly for the splice.
Help for Bathroom Light Circuit Problems
My bathroom lights went out and now none of the lights or electrical outlets in the master bath or master bedroom are working, what could be the problem? How to Troubleshoot and Repair a Bathroom Light Circuit Problem.
Why Your Electric Energy Bill May Be High
How to Reduce Your Energy Bill: I have been having a high electric bill since I moved into my house.
Energy Savings Controls for Outdoor Lighting
How can a photocell be used to control outside lights? Control Different Types of Outdoor Security Lighting so they Come On Automatically and Save Money on Your Electric Bill.
How to Test a 240 Volt Dryer Circuit
My Dryer just Stopped Working, how can I Test the Outlet? Testing a 240 Volt Dryer Outlet, Tester Leads and Readings, What to do about Incorrect Dryer Voltage, How to Fix Dryer Problems.
What is The Purpose of the Neutral Wire
The Purpose of the Neutral Wire in Electrical Systems: What is the purpose of the neutral wire and the difference between the ground wire and the white neutral wire.
How To Solve EMF and Electrical Interference
Does my house have a problem with EMF? Power Quality and Surge Protection devices and How They Protect Your Home Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
How to Deal with Smart Meters EMF and RF Concerns
The Advantages of the Smart Meter Technology for our Homes and Communities.
I Lost Power to My House How Do I Fix It?
Why did I Lose Power to Part of my House? How to Turn the Power Back on to Your House.
Installing a Switch for a 240 Volt Pump
Methods of Wiring a Switch for a Pump: How to Wire a Control Switch for a 240 Volt Pump.
Electrical Wiring for Outdoor Christmas Lights
How can I control my Christmas lights from a switch? How to Wire a Switched Outlet to Control Your Christmas Lights, The basics for installing a switch controlled outlet for Christmas holiday lights.
Adding a Circuit Breaker to an Electric Panel
How to Check the Capacity of an Electrical Panel for an Additional Circuit: How to Find the Available Amperage of the Panel, Adding a Circuit Breaker
Electrical Code for Garage GFI Outlets and Receptacles
How to Plan and Install Electrical Wiring for Garage Outlets and Lighting Circuits: Electrical Codes about GFCI protection for 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles in garages.
Is It Safe To Install Aluminum Wire?
I have heard people say bad things aluminum wire, is it safe to use? Safe Practices When Installing Aluminum Electrical Wiring.
Upgrading Old Electrical Wiring in a Home
How to Upgrade Electrical Wiring in an Older Home: The best way to upgrade the electrical wiring is to start with the safety essentials, such as ensuring that the right grounding system is installed at the main electrical panel. Upgrading electrical wiring should begin with the main electrical panel because this is the foundation of the whole electrical system.
What to do about Home Electrical Power Surges and Spikes
How to Solve Electrical Power Quality Problems: It is probable that there is a problem with the main incoming power from the electrical provider.
