I had to switch off a few circuit breakers in my basement and found it hard to see the stamped numbers on the electrical panel because it’s pretty dark down there. Tired of squinting, I decided to ...

Electrical work can be intimidating, but if you do your research and follow some basic safety measures, you can learn to wire for lighting, outlets, and more. Wiring an electrical outlet is a standard ...

Apple accessory maker NewerTechnology recently released a specialized electrical outlet, called the Power2U, that includes two USB ports for charging mobile devices. Available in four colors—to match ...

Home inspectors keep circling the same problem in their reports: improvised electrical work that looks clever at first glance but quietly raises the risk of fire, shock, and failed inspections. What ...

One of life’s little annoyances is when you find an electrical outlet not working. But annoying as it may be, a non-functioning electrical outlet is actually fairly simple to deal with. Troubleshoot ...