To find the right circuit in the electrical panel, you first plug the socket tester into a socket. Then you go to the panel and slide the probe up and down all the breakers. You then do a complete ...

You probably think your biggest home safety worry is a leaky roof or a cracked foundation. Think again. Hidden behind your ...

Adding a single outlet can feel like a tiny upgrade, but the moment you touch that receptacle, a major breaker panel rule can ...

Phillips Industries says that in the June issue of its “Qwik Tech Tips” (www.phillipsqwiktechtips.com) newsletter, a simple easy-to-understand diagram shows the 7-pin round (J560) terminal functions ...

It is normal to see a small spark when you are plugging an appliance or a charger into an electrical outlet. The small spark ...

The distinction between a branch circuit and a feeder can be a source of confusion for many Code users. The first step in eliminating this confusion is to understand that the NEC defines a branch ...

Article 210 contains the requirements for conductor sizing, conductor identification, overcurrent protection, and GFCI and AFCI protection of branch circuits. It also contains requirements for ...

Home electrical sockets pose serious risks like shocks and fires due to common oversights. Counterfeit chargers, frayed wires, wet appliances, overloaded sockets, broken covers, and foreign objects ...