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Home electrical wiring can be confusing for the DIY-er. These posts offer answers to common home electrical wiring questions.

Should I Connect My Motor to 120 or 240 Volts

Learn the key factors that will help you determine whether you select 120 or 240 volts for a motor connection. Continue reading →...

How to Convert an Outlet or Receptacle from 120V to 240V

Learn the proper procedure for changing an outlet or receptacle from 120V to 240V. Continue reading →...

Stray and Induced Voltage

A discussion on encounters with stray and induced voltage including the electrical theory behind it and potential health and safety concerns. Continue reading →...

Outdoor Lamp Post Installation Questions

Answers to a question regarding the installation of an outdoor lamp post; more specifically, whether it would be necessary to install and wire an electrical box along with the lamp post. C...

How to Add a Receptacle to an Existing Circuit

Want to add a receptacle or outlet to an existing circuit? Depending upon the wiring configuration of the existing circuit, this can often be accomplished easily by a competent DIYer. Conti...

Kitchen Split Receptacle Circuits

What exactly is a kitchen split receptacle circuit? A detailed article, video and wiring diagram explains this common wiring scenario. Continue reading →...

Light Fixture Wiring Problems

You replaced a light fixture and now it doesn't work - you've got a light fixture wiring problem! Here's how to solve it. Continue reading →...

Replacing a Touch Lamp Control Unit

I received a question from a reader regarding replacing a touch lamp control module. She was reluctant to hook it up without getting confirmation on the correct wiring scheme as the colors o...

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