How To Change One Light Switch To Two
Dear Mr. Electrician: How do I change one light switch to two in my bedroom? The existing wall switch controls a wall outlet. I...
Switched Outlet Wiring Diagrams
Dear Mr. Electrician: How do I wire a switched outlet? I need the wiring diagram for a switched electrical receptacle outlet in my basement. ...
Light Switch Wiring Diagrams
Dear Mr. Electrician: What is the correct light switch wiring diagram I should use to connect ceiling lights?
Answer: There is no set method of...
Holiday Safety Tips
Dear Mr. Electrician: How can I make my home safe for the holidays? My family wants to set up elaborate decorations, but we don't...
4 Gang Meter Base Replacement
Dear Mr. Electrician: How does a four gang electric meter socket base get replaced? I live in a condominium community. While walking my dog...
Cheap Wood Shop
Dear Mr. Electrician: How can I build a cheap wood shop in my home?
Answer: Yes you can build a wood shop on a tight...
Four-Way and Intermediate Switch Wiring Diagrams
4-Way & Intermediate Switch Diagrams
Dear Mr. Electrician: How do I wire four way switches? I need additional light switches to control the same light...
Three Way Light Switch Wiring Diagrams
Dear Mr. Electrician: I need a 3-way light switch wiring diagram. I have two switches that control one light in my kitchen. I am...
Electrical Conduit Hole Saw Sizes
Dear Mr. Electrician: What are the actual hole saw sizes for the various trade sizes of electrical conduit? I plan to install a lot...
Replacing Non-Grounded Electrical Receptacle Outlets
Dear Mr. Electrician: When I plug cords into my two-prong non-grounded electrical receptacle outlets the outlets are so loose that the plugs keep falling...