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Where Do You Want the Blocking? Online Membership Required

Five tradesmen weigh in on where to put solid blocking for stair skirts, grab-bar anchors, and everything else the code leaves out by Justin Fink

Website prevents Juiced Newtons

Trade association launches online resource devoted to electrical safety and education

Wiring a Master Suite AdditionOnline Membership Required

Adding circuits for a new bedroom and bath offers lessons in rough electrical work and integrating new and old wiringby Clifford A. Popejoy

Video: Drilling Holes Through Studs in Tight PlacesOnline Membership Required

What to do when the drill and bit are longer than the space between the studsby Clifford A. Popejoy

Sizing an Electrical Service

Although a 200-amp service is adequate for most residences, calculating the actual load is a good idea. This chart from Code Check Electrical can help you with your calculations.by Clifford A. Popejoy

Wiring Your House for Today and TomorrowOnline Membership Required

Structured wiring can link the phones, computers and TVs in your house right now, and who knows what else in the futureby Jerry Heesen

Rough Electrical Wiring

Knowledge of the code and a few tricks ease wiring circuits for standard receptacles and lightsby Clifford A. Popejoy

Wiring Stoves and DryersOnline Membership Required

Code now requires a four-slot receptacle to provide both 120 volts and 240 voltsby Rex Cauldwell

Ground-Fault ProtectionOnline Membership Required

An inexpensive electrical device saves lives and is required by building codesby Rex Cauldwell

Tip: Documenting projectsOnline Membership Required

by Howard Furst

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