Wiring | Over or Under Insulation?
Picture this. Your ceiling is installed and looking real tidy. It’s late, but there’s an hour or so before pack-up, and you know you’ll feel like a champion the next …
Picture this. Your ceiling is installed and looking real tidy. It’s late, but there’s an hour or so before pack-up, and you know you’ll feel like a champion the next …
I am always extra careful when it comes to electrical installations. There are plenty of rules to follow for code compliance, and it’s not just about where and how to …
Dedicated circuits are there to prevent overloaded circuits, reduce the risk of electrical fires, and ensure that your devices or appliances operate efficiently and effectively. Some major appliances like ovens, …
If your basement has ever flooded, you may be installing or maintaining a sump pump. Sump pumps move water away from the basement into a safe drainage area. Understanding the …
When there is an issue with an electrical cord, it is extremely important for your safety that you fix it as soon as possible. If you have exposed wire, you …
If you are asking if duct tape is conductive, you are probably wondering if it is suitable as a substitute for electrical tape. When it comes to the wiring in …
It seems odd that a gas appliance uses electricity, yet this is exactly the case with gas dryers. Knowing how much electricity a gas dryer draws can help with proper …
It can be easy to forget that there is an electrical component to gas dryers. I know that I first think of the gas supply and safety requirements, but electricity …
You may not consciously notice that orange/red glow from the dryer until it’s no longer there. The glow is from your ignitor, and if you don’t see it, something has …
Some appliances, like electric dryers, should be on dedicated circuits as a matter of safety. It’s all well and good to know this, but responsible homeownership means understanding it so …