Articles about Lighting

Electrical Question from Meredith about Troubleshooting

Question: I have two light fixtures in my kitchen that are controlled by one dimmer switch. Actually, there are two switches on different walls that control both. One fixture has 3 CFLs in it, the other has 1 incandescent bulb. Last night, both fixtures started flickering and buzzing, then went out.

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Troubleshooting

Electrical Question from Mike about Adding Lights

Question: I have track lighting installed..Hampton bay track and lights. I want to add a small hard wired light to hang from the track down over my kitchen island.

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Lighting

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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2-Pole Lighting Questions

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Home Electrical Wiring and Electrical Repairs

Please Note:
Unless otherwise posted, please refer to the following Guidelines when working on Electrical Projects:

Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced - Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Certified Electrician or Licensed Electrical Contractor.

Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter.

Estimated Time:
Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools, work with electrical wiring, and the available access to the project area.

Precaution:
Identify the project circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.

Important:
Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and National Electrical Codes, with a permit and be inspected.