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 →... Electrical Tools and Equipment Before you tackle any electrical project, having the proper tools is essential to getting the job done efficiently, correctly, and most important, safely! The old saying, use the right tool...

How to Replace a Razor Only Receptacle With a GFCI You can easily replace that older style "razor only" outlet and upgrade your bathroom with a much safer Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacle. 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 Wire an RV Receptacle Step-by-step video and full article guides you through the installation of a dedicated, 30A, 125V R.V. receptacle so that you may have the luxury of being able to provide power to your store... 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 →...

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