How to Replace Electrical Cords & Plugs
In This Article: Types of Cords & Plugs About Cords & Plugs Replacing Electrical Cords An overview of how electrical cords and plugs work plus instructions on how to replace them Age and heavy usage can take their toll on appliance and lamp cords and plugs. Common victims are cords and plugs of appliances you […]
12 Ways to Save Energy Lighting Your Home
This article provides 12 ways you can save energy while lighting the home, with tips for efficient fixture placement and techniques to avoid wasting energy. At the risk of stating the obvious, converting your incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescent bulbs (see energy-efficient light bulb ) is critical to saving money on your light bills. […]
How to Replace or Install a Light Switch
This article offers step-by-step directions for replacing or installing a conventional light switch. When a light switch wears out because of their frequent use, it’s time to replace it. When a switch wears out, it may not work right or, worse, can give off sparks. A light switch that gives off sparks is a fire […]
Light Switches & Controls
Click! The switch is open, allowing current to flow through the light bulb, and the lamp is on. Click again, the current has been cut, and the lamp is off. We take switches for granted, but if you have ever remodeled a room, you know that it takes some thought to choose the right kind […]