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9 Common Wiring Mistakes and Code Violations

Some are illegal, some are dangerous, and some are both—but all are simple to avoid

Downsizing for Comfort

An architect designs a small in-town house that uses sustainable materials, solar energy, and water conservation to improve quality of life (and afford it)

A House for the End of Cheap OilOnline Membership Required

Healthful, light-filled, and energy-efficient, this home reaches back to its California past and toward a sustainable future

Retrofitting a Ceiling FanOnline Membership Required

With common-sense wiring and the right hardware, you can replace an existing light fixture with a breeze in almost any room in the house

Zero Energy, Infinite Appeal

Winner of a national green-building award, this low-maintenance house should produce as much energy as it uses

Installing an Electric Radiant FloorOnline Membership Required

Under tile, heat mats warm your toes without pipes and a boiler

Choosing and Installing a Bathroom-Vent FanOnline Membership Required

Pick a fan that's quiet and powerful, and keep the duct short

Tip: Form-fit vapor barrier

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