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Lighting Articles
- The Benefits of LED Lighting. These lights burn cool, unlike halogen, make great Christmas tree lights, and recent
developments have made them a more viable option for economical lighting. LED Lighting...
- Save Money with Low Voltage Lights. Using energy efficient low voltage lighting works in landscape lighting, saves on electrical bills, and allows for precision lighting in kitchen work areas. Save Money with Low Voltage Lights...
- Modern Pendant Track Lighting: Monorail and Other Contemporary Systems are Energy Efficient Update and upgrade with monorail and pendant lighting. Pendant Track Lights...
- Installing Undercabinet Lights. Undercabinet lighting comes to the rescue for task lighting in the kitchen, work shop, and home office. Undercabinet Light Installation...
- Install a Pendant Light. Pendants make excellent accent lights all over the home. Installation is easy and straightforward. Pendant Lighting Fixtures...
Wiring Articles
- Understanding Home Wiring. Confusing to many homeowners, the home's electrical wiring system is actually logical but must be installed and maintained according to local building codes. Residential Home Wiring...
- Replace an Electric Light Switch. Has a light switch, ceiling fan switch, 3 way switch, or garbage disposal switch gone bad? Learn how to safely remove the faulty electric switch and install a new one. Replace an Electric Light Switch...
- How to Wire a Kitchen. Wiring or re-wiring during a kitchen remodel should be carefully planned out and done compliant to local building code. Kitchen Electrical Basics...
- How to Wire a Bathroom. Bath wiring is strictly controlled by local electrical building code to prevent mishaps and to put the outlets right where you need them. Bathroom Electrical Basics...
- How to Wire a Utility Room. Wiring your utility room? Follow these guidelines for maximum effectiveness. Utility Room Electrical Basics...
- Typical Electrical Building Codes. No matter where your home is located, you've got building codes to live and build by. This article gives you an idea of what to expect before you delve into the details of your local code. Electrical Building Codes...
- Types of Residential Conduits. There are several types of electrical conduit that are found in the modern home. Each is appropriate for its interior or exterior application. Residential Electrical Conduits...
- Electrical Ground Fault Protection. GFCI outlets can save your life in the kitchen and bathroom. Older building codes didn't necessarily mandate them. But, if you dont have 'em, install 'em. Ground Fault Outlets...
Air Conditioning and Heating and Ventilation Articles
- Installing Ceiling Fans. Using a ceiling fan allows you to set your thermostat higher in the summer and lower in the winter. How to Install a Ceiling Fan...
- Troubleshoot and Fix a Thermostat. If your heating or central air conditioner just doesn't seem to be acting right, the first and easiest thing to do is check your thermostat. Thermostat Maintenance...
- Understanding Air Conditioner Units. Find out which is right for you! Air Conditioner Basics...
- Types of Air Conditioning Units. There's one for any situation. Find the one that's right for you and avoid the summer blues. Central air, portable A/C, swamp coolers, and more. Look for the Energy Star label. Central Air Conditioning Units...
- Electric Heat Pump Overview. Modern heat pumps are incredibly efficient and that means bucks in your pocket. Variable speed blowers, scroll compressors, and more. Electric Heat Pumps...
Appliance Articles
- Repair Your Clothes Dryer. Diagnose and repair your broken clothes dryer to avoid a costly service call by an appliance repairman. Troubleshoot and fix a Clothes Dryer...
- Benefits of the Tankless Water Heater. This article compares the energy efficiency of a tankless water heater to a conventional storage water heater. Both electric and gas units save energy and save money. The Tankless Water Heater...
- Troubleshooting Refrigerators. Refrigerators are one of the longest-lasting and maintenance free appliances in the home. But, on occasion, things go awry. Find out how to troubleshoot yours. Troubleshooting Refrigerators...
- Troubleshooting an Electric Range. No doubt about it - no range, lessened cooking ability. Troubleshoot and fix it; you don't want to be a slave to the microwave! Troubleshooting Electric Ranges...
Electrical Gadgets and Miscellaneous Articles
- Surveillance Systems for Home Security. The use of video surveillance cameras, along with a DVR or VCR recording device, helps homeowners avoid to deter home break-ins or solve crimes that have been committed. Surveillance Systems for Home Security...
- Circuit Testing with a Multimeter. This little diagnostic device seems perplexing to the electrical neophyte. But this article is the Rosetta Stone of meters. Learn it, love it, live it! Multimeter Basics...
