Electrical Wiring: How to Run Power Anywhere
The easiest way to bring electricity to a shed, garden or lamppost
How to Replace a Light Fixture
Replace a light fixture without the hassle with these electrical tips from veteran pros.
How to Bury Underground Cable
We break down four options for underground wiring. Here's what you need to know.
Should You Do Your Own Electrical Work?
Handy homeowners do electrical work all the time. With the right tools and knowledge, you can increase your skills safely...
27 Top Tips for Wiring Switches and Outlets Yourself
Play it smart and stay safe when wiring outlets and switches
How to Hide Wiring: Speaker and Low-Voltage Wire
Ways to hide speaker, telephone, thermostat and other types of low-voltage wiring
How to Connect Old Wiring to a New Light Fixture
Mount an electrical box in a plaster wall
How to Install Surface-Mounted Wiring and Conduit
With metal conduit, you can run power almost anywhere. We'll show you how to do it safely and easily.
How to Rough-In Electrical Wiring
Do-it-yourself guide with professional techniques for a safe wiring job.
Adding a Second Doorbell Chime
Two options for installing extra ringers
Cable and Telephone Wiring
Upgrade communications wiring and hardware for better reception with less interference.
Home Automation DIY System
Switch anything from anywhere
12 Tips for Easier Home Electrical Wiring
Even if you have years of wiring experience, there are always a few tricks you may not know. We worked...
The 8 Most Common National Electric Code Violations
Many problems stem from new additions to the National Electrical Code (NEC), while some common mistakes violate codes that have...
What You Should Do with Crowded Electrical Boxes
Double the box size without destroying the wall.
Use a Surge Protector for Electronic Devices
Surge protectors are a must
Tips for Coaxial Cable Wiring
In today's information age, a massive amount of information is being pushed through our coaxial cables, leaving very little room...
How to Successfully Move Electrical Boxes
Extension rings will do the trick
Installing Communication Wiring
Installing Cat-5 and coaxial cable for Internet, computer, telephone and other uses.
Fishing Electrical Wire Through Walls
Run electrical cable through walls and across ceilings without tearing them apart by fishing wire
7 Common Mistakes DIYers Make with Electrical Projects
Watch out for these common wiring mistakes that trip up DIYers working on electrical projects.
Stripping Wire
Tools and tricks to help you master the basics of how to strip wire
How to Make Safe Wire Connections
With the right wire nut connectors and terminals, it's fairly easy to make safe, strong electrical connections
Dealing With Electrical Wires That Are Too Short
When working with electrical, you will run into a situation where someone didn’t leave enough slack inside the electrical box.
How to Run Wire Through a Wall to Avoid Water Leaks
Tips for a trouble-free installation
Running Underground Cable
Run electrical cable in PVC conduit at least 12 inches deep in the ground.
How to Wire a Light Socket
For safety, wire your lamps correctly
Illuminate Your Deck With Low-Voltage Light Fixtures
Stay up late: Enjoy your deck well into the evening hours
How to Wire a Garage (Unfinished)
How to add outlets and lights to an unfinished garage.