Electrical

Fluorescent Bulb Safety

Are CFL Bulbs a Health Hazard? Now that incandescent lightbulbs have been phased out, energy-saving...

Home Intercom Systems

As a child, I never lived in house without a home intercom system. We weren't rich or lazy....

Home Low-Voltage Lighting And Wiring

Photo credit: Easy Outdoor Decor Low-voltage lighting systems have become popular in recent...

An Introduction To Home Automation

In the computer age of the 21st century, more and more tasks are becoming automated. Automation...

What Are Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breakers?

Pretty much everyone is familiar with the effect of a tripped breaker in the home. Suddenly,...

My Power Went Out

When all suddenly goes dark and quiet in the house, who's the first person you call? The...

Should I Repair Or Replace My Electrical Control Panel?

The electrical control panel, or "breaker box," is the heart and mind of your home’s...

How To Replace A Plug

Source: Samuel M. Livingston, Flickr.com The appliance is good condition, but the plug is...