Electrical

What’s Hot, What’s Not? Why pay for heat when all you need is light? Only 10 percent of the energy consumed by traditional incandescent bulbs translates into light. The other 90 percent is lost as heat.

Out in the country, some folks go to great lengths - and tremendous risk - to tap emergency power when the lights go out. 

Don't suffer service interruptions - a standby generator is a powerful partner in an emergency.

When you imagine a dream garage, I'll bet it includes an air compressor, a welder, a table saw or some other large tool. But many garages have only a single 15- or 20-amp circuit — far too little power to run these tools without overloading the circuit. To make your dream a reality, you need more power. In many cases, the best solution is to install a garage subpanel.

Effective garage lighting not only creates a more inviting atmosphere but also makes it easier to get your work done.

We answer your questions about customizing your home entertainment experience.

If you plan to use your deck after the sun sets, you'll need to add lighting around the perimeter to prevent guests from accidentally stepping off the edge in the dark.

Ever wish you had an easy way to make sure all the lights are turned off when you leave the house? Wouldn't it be great to light up your home's exterior as you pull into the driveway?

When most do-it-yourselfers consider installing GFCIs (groundfault circuit interrupters) in their homes, they probably think of protecting a child who might jump into a tub with a hair dryer or someone working around a wet kitchen sink with a faulty appliance. But, as codes prescribe and my own experiences confirm, GFCIs aren’t just for kitchens and baths. Here’s how a GFCI saved my life.

Installing a light post enhances visibility, curb appeal and security.