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Video: Choosing and Using Electrical Testers

Learn to choose the right tester for the job, and use it with confidence by Joseph Fratello

9 Common Wiring Mistakes and Code Violations

Some are illegal, some are dangerous, and some are both—but all are simple to avoidby Joseph Fratello

Q & A: Should I upgrade ungrounded wiring?Online Membership Required

by Clifford A. Popejoy

Use a voltage tester to work safely around electricity

A trusted electrician teaches you how to verify the power is off by using a voltage testerby Clifford A. Popejoy

Is Your Old Wiring Safe?Online Membership Required

Inspect the electrical panel and exposed wiring to identify safety risks and upgrade optionsby Clifford A. Popejoy

Q & A: Polarity mattersOnline Membership Required

by Clifford A. Popejoy

Installing a Circuit Breaker in an Existing PanelOnline Membership Required

When adding a new circuit or replacing a faulty breaker, here is what you need to know to work safely in the panelby Bill Lewis

Q & A: Why do my lights flicker?Online Membership Required

by Clifford A. Popejoy

Q & A: Ungrounded ground-fault receptacles?Online Membership Required

by Clifford A. Popejoy

Editors PickTen Common Wiring ProblemsOnline Membership Required

A master electrician details some frequently found mistakes that could cost you your house or your lifeby Rex Cauldwell

Preventing House FiresOnline Membership Required

Knowing where fires commonly start can help builders to avoid tragedy during construction and even after the job is finishedby Charles Bickford

Code Check Electrical: Service Equipment Guidelines

A practical guide to the requirements of the National Electric Codeby Redwood Kardon

Q & A: Grounding a metal chimneyOnline Membership Required

by Rex Cauldwell

Working With Old WiringOnline Membership Required

Careful testing is your hedge against frayed insulation, faulty splices and missing ground wiresby David E. Shapiro

Q & A: GFI outlets on wooden decksOnline Membership Required

by Rex Cauldwell

Ground-Fault ProtectionOnline Membership Required

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

Video: Inspecting Old Houses: BasementsOnline Membership Required

Despite fears of a dark, scary place, recent mechanical upgrades put a positive spin on this inspectionby George Nash

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