Tools

Do-it-yourself home electrical work requires the use of electrical tools, and specific wire and home wiring equipment. This section addresses the most important and most commonly used basic electrical tools, and how to safely use, operate and work with them.

Using an Electrical Meter to Troubleshoot Wiring Problems

This informative video demonstrates how to use an electrical meter to troubleshoot a common wiring problem - identifying which wires to connect to a new fixture. Continue reading →...

Hammers for Home Electrical Projects

Every electrician's tool kit should include a good hammer. This article and infographic provide a good overview of this useful tool. Continue reading →...

Electrical Wiring Problems – Why You Need To Own a Meter

Here is a perfect example of a situation where a meter is an invaluable tool, and tips on how to use it. You removed a ceiling fixture to replace it with a new one, and in the process you t...

GFCI Circuit Breakers and Receptacles

An explanation of how a GFCI or ground fault circuit protector works and how it protects us from electric shock. Continue reading →...

Rack-a-Tiers

Rack-a-Tiers offers many innovative products for the professional electrician or for the home electrical DIYer. The company was started by two electricians with a vision for improving their...

Wire

A discussion of wire found within the home or residential electrical environment, how wire is measured and the composition of most wire. Continue reading →...

Circuit Breaker Won’t Reset

My circuit breaker won’t reset. What is the problem? What can I check for? This is one of the most common issues that can happen within the home’s electrical system. Continue reading ...

Mille-Rod Push-Pull Fish Rod Product Review

This is a product review of the Mille-Rod Push-Pull polymer fishing tool demonstrating the use of the tool to fish in wire to puck lights. Continue reading →...

Tools

Using a Digital Multi Meter E-Book

The Basics of Household Wiring DVD