Whether you are building a new home or just remodeling an older home, there are some basic circuits that are needed in a kitchen area to supply an effective amount of power to the appliances that will be used. Here is a list of the most commonly used circuits in … more »

In order to keep bathrooms free from mold and mildew, bathroom exhaust fans remove moisture and odor quickly and easily. The real secret is getting the right sized exhaust fan for the proper room size. Bathrooms are especially susceptible to moisture and odors. Because of these conditions, mold and mildew … more »

The National Electrical Code defines a switching device as, “A device designed to close, open, or both, one or more electrical circuits.”  The devices that fall under this classifcation are circuit breakers, cutouts, disconnecting means, disconnecting (or isolating) switch (disconnector; isolator), interrupter switch, oil cutout (oil-filled cutout), oil switch, or … more »

Turn Power On and Test the Baseboard Heater Thermostat Now that the connections are made to the baseboard heater thermostat, heater, and breaker, turn the circuit on and test out the thermostat. Turn the thermostat clockwise to trigger the thermostat switch. You’ll hear it click when the contacts pull in … more »

Wiring methods have changed over the years from knob and tube to flexible armored cable (Greenfield) to nonmetallic cable (NM), conduit (EMT), and underground feeder (UF) cable. From about 1890 to the present, wiring methods have become much safer due to the installation types of wiring and the addition of … more »

Direct burial cable is a special type cable that is designed to be run in a trench underground without the use of conduit to surround it. The electrical wires are encased in a thermoplastic sheath that seals out moisture and protects the wires within. Direct burial cable, often called exterior-rated … more »

Ceiling fans are not only a great addition to your home for circulating both heat and air conditioning around a room, they also add beauty to a room. Some ceiling fans are huggers that hug the ceiling. Others have long extension poles that allow them to hang down from angled … more »