If you have an electrical outlet that isn't working properly and you feel like it's time to replace it, we're here to tell you that it's not very hard to do. There are a few precautions you need to ...

Replacing a worn or broken outlet is as easy as turning a few screws, but it can be very dangerous if the power to the outlet is not shut off first. Step 1: Before attempting to replace an electrical ...

Wall outlets might not steal the spotlight when it comes to smart home upgrades, but they're more important (and more advanced) than ever. As our homes fill up with devices, from phones and tablets to ...

If you have an old house with dated electrical outlets, you know they weren't designed to meet the demands of today's appliances. They're also dangerous, because they're seldom grounded. It takes a ...

Q: When I plugged my cell phone charger into a kitchen outlet, my phone didn’t start charging as it normally does—rather, it seemed that this one electrical outlet was not working. Is there something ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Upgrading your home’s wiring and electrical panels can bring your home up to code and help you avoid electrical fires and shocks. This process can be ...

Q: I have a heavy-duty circular saw, and the plug on the end of the cord got smashed during a move. My mother has a lamp with a damaged plug, too. I don’t use the saw much, so I don’t want to dump too ...

I recently bought a new home and it still has many old 2 prong outlets (built in 1948). When I use a circuit tester it shows the outlets are grounded. As you would assume, due to the age of the home, ...

Q. What are the requirements when replacing nongrounding-type receptacles? A. If an equipment grounding conductor doesn’t exist in the outlet box, the existing nongrounding-type receptacles can be ...