Home Automation

Some classic devices offer alternate functions.

This elegant style can create a calming, moody glow.

Some buzzy trends continue to expand.

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From big to small, these devices make life a little easier.

Installing electrical wiring can be dangerous.

Untangle the complex network of wires in your walls.

Some basics you may already know.

Know your wiring before installing your next big appliance.

The whole house can be connected on one system.

Understanding and troubleshooting humidifiers and dehumidifiers.

There's no need to get intimidated.

How to go about electrical ground rod installation.

Here are 3 different types of soldering irons you may consider for your DIY projects.

Lead-free solder is becoming more common, replacing the traditional solder made from lead and tin.

Out with the old, in with the new, more versatile option.

Wiring an outdoor living area, or having power to a shed, or outbuilding, you will to run cable.

There are 2 main types of receptacle wiring; one that continues on to another receptacle and end one.

Planning a light switch installation is not typically challenging, even for the novice.

More and more Americans are working from home, whether as their own bosses or as an employee.

Connect your shed to your household power supply.

Kick up the back-up generator with a transfer switch.

Smart thermostats reduce your carbon footprint and save money.

Looking forward to smart home tech that actually works?

These gadgets make life safer and more comfortable.

From security to savings, home devices are getting smarter.

Smart appliances are just easier to use, but they can save you money as well.

Some smart features make your home more valuable to buyers.

Automation technology not only can add a "wow" factor to your home, but also can make it safer.

Add these outdoor tech miracles for your next summer party.

Want to make your home safer and smarter but don't think you have the tech know-how? Think again!

It's almost unavoidable to have smart systems in your home.

A bad connection can cause a heating failure.

Smart home tech can make your life easier.

Wiring a shed means running power from the house, burying your wires, and hooking up a subpanel.

Dealing with electrical wires in any DIY project can be confusing and dangerous.

When wiring your home, it may be necessary to access your knockout box to create more locations.

Electrical grounding is the way to ensure that your family are not harmed by stray current.

There are many varieties of humidity sensors and an equal number of applications for them.

Nearly every home in America has 110v electricity pulsing through its outlets.

Accidentally cutting into a cable is a big no-no.

Filter the output from a dehumidifier.

Your smart speaker wants to help you lead your best life.

They make it easy to shut down the AC power for service.

110v and 220v wiring serve similar functions.