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• How do I identify home electrical problems?
When an electrical circuit or device fails the best way to determine what has caused the problem is to begin.....
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• Smart Light Switch Wire Connections
I am trying to connect a smart light switch. The existing switch only has two black wires connected to it, which i assume are the line and load wire.
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• Wiring an Air Compressor that is Outside
Installing 8o gal air compressor that requires a 30 amp breaker,  Can I use a 50 amp hot tub GFCI breaker outside as a hook up?
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• Why Summer Heat May Cause Problems with Electrical Circuits
What is causing a problem with my electrical power in my home? Guide to Troubleshooting Electric Circuit Problems.
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• Installing Ceiling Fan Wiring
I want to install a ceiling fan in my bedroom, there is nothing there now. There is one switch on the wall that works on the top half of one of the baseboard outlets...
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• Electrical Code and Swimming Pool Light Fixtures
GFCI Ground Fault Protection for Swimming Pool Lights: NEC Article 680-20, As described in this electrical question, anyone who enters the pool with this light on is in Danger of Potential Electrical Shock!
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• Cord and Plug Safety for Electric Kilns
How to Replace an Electric Kiln Cord: We replaced the 2-prong twisted cloth cord on our old kiln with a new 3-prong plug and 20amp rubber electric cord, but we were told later that we should have used a twisted 20amp cloth cord.
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• Electrical Circuits for Garage Remodel Wiring
Warning About Splicing Electrical Cables and Circuit Sizes: I am working on a re-model project in my garage where I will enclose and insulate a room from the rest of the garage.
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