Whether you want a more convenient outlet or just more outlets in general, knowing how to install receptacles is a handy tool. The actual installation process isn't difficult, but there are a few ...

August 7, 2014 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Ever find yourself juggling three or four different chargers on a two-socket outlet? Fix that problem once and ...

Ask an electrician which way a receptacle, aka outlet, should be installed: “Ground up or down?” Typically, the answer is “both are fine,” though most of us have a preference. The National Electrical ...

This isn’t exactly a how-to install of a 240V outlet/EV charger at your home, because this isn’t something that I’d personally advise anyone to do. More than likely, if you’re qualified to install a ...

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For the past few years, the design world has been making a valiant effort to catch up to our obsession with our smartphones and tablets. One of the most exciting changes: electrical outlets have ...

All questions and answers are based on the 2017 NEC. Underlined text indicates a change in the rules for the 2017 NEC. Q. What are the Code rules for the installation of countertop and work surface ...

Living in a compact studio apartment, I consider even the smallest gains in my living space big wins. A single inch could determine whether or not a piece of furniture fits, or give me the clearance I ...