Home inspectors will tell you that the most revealing part of an electrical system is often the first outlet or switch they ...

I'm wiring a new 220v outlet (with the help of my step-father) but I'd just like to make sure he is doing it correctly and that I understand a little bit more... Basically, I'm trying to wire a new ...

Two-pronged devices are commonly used for smaller gadgets like phone chargers while larger appliances typically come with a three-pronged cable.

One receptacle outlet slot is bigger than the other to keep you safe from a rogue wire in your hairdryer, vacuum or coffee maker.

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A lot of people are feeling tapped out these days. The last straw may have been the food processor, or the compact disc player but the problem is the same: not enough outlets for electrical appliances ...