Articles about Electrical
What is the Rated Ampacity of Copper AWG 4-3 Romex?
The amperage capacity will depend on the Type of Insulation, such as THW, THHN, etc. They all have different temperature ratings. This will show…
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Lights Dim Out Very Often – Help!
It sounds like there is a loose connection that is beginning to fail, you may want to check….
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Electrical Question – What is a 2-wire Borilis?
Question: A 2-wire borilis. What is the meaning of that term, pertaining to electrical wiring?
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Electrical Question from Eric about Electrical Wiring
Eric, Thanks for your question. – The main focus of this website is Residential Electrical Wiring.
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Question – There is Power Going to the Fixture, But it Still Isn’t Working
Because your old existing fixture stopped working it seems that there is a problem with the fixture circuit.
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Question – Why There are Different Types of Dryer Plugs
The new electrical code calls for a 4-wire plug for dryers.
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Question – Ceiling Fan Replacement
What are the right wiring connections for my ceiling fan?
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Question – Does a 240 Volt Light Fixture Require a 2-Pole Circuit Breaker?
See why installing a 240 volt circuit without a 2-pole circuit breaker poses a hazard.
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Question – Home with Electrical Overload – Part 1
This 100 year old home is having some electrical issues.
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Question – Home with Electrical Overload – Part 2
This 100 year old home continues to have power outages. Now we discover a moisture problem.
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Question – Cords and How to Identify the Individual Wires – Part 3
I think a hardware store employee gave me wrong advice about cords. One side is smooth, one is ridged; which is which?
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Question – Cords and How to Identify the Individual Wires – Part 2
Smooth side, ridged side: Which is which?
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