Sometimes you open an outlet and it has more wires connected on the inside than you thought it would. In many cases you will find two black wires and two white wires, but sometimes you will find four or five or even more than six! So, why are there two black and two white wires … Read more
Are you trying to lay cable or wiring in a location with concrete? If so, you need to make sure you do so safely. There are numerous types of cables available, and all of them have their benefits and drawbacks. You need to make sure the cable is going to work well for whatever function … Read more
If you are thinking about digging your own trenches for utilities, there’s a lot you need to think about. Even though this is a great way to save money while you get your project off the ground, it is important for you to do so safely. Therefore, you need to have the right tools, the … Read more
Regardless of whether you are trying to add a new light fixture in your garage or are simply adding an outlet somewhere in your home, there is a chance that you are going to need to connect certain wires, extend a few cords, or reconnect your circuit. In this case, you may find yourself having … Read more
Do you need to add more outlets to your home? Do you have additional electrical needs you need to take care of? If so, you may be thinking about adding a junction box to your home. After your home is constructed, it can be a challenge to add a new junction box. You want to … Read more
When it comes to wiring ceilings joists or floor joists, you need to consider a large number of considerations before you finalize what method you will adopt. You can find these joists by going up into the attic or simply by making your way into the crawl space underneath. It’s one thing to consider whether … Read more
Every DIY-er out there has to face the inevitable challenge of running an electrical wire through a brick wall or concrete. This can either be a new construction home or an existing one. Depending on whether or not you can do this correctly will determine your level of skill. One of the biggest problems that … Read more
Whether you are wiring in your basement, crawl space, attic, garage, or even in your kitchen, you might have to pass several wires from the same point before splitting them up. This could either be for aesthetics or to ensure functionality. A common question people ask when two or more wires need to be passed … Read more
When it comes to wiring, one of the first considerations to make is the type of wire you need to use. An even pressing matter when it comes to wiring in your trench, the attic, underneath drywall, or in your crawl space. This gives rise to a very common question DIY-ers or inexperienced people ask … Read more
We recently discussed the details of what kind of wire you should use in a crawl space and discussed the importance of finding the right one – and making sure it is secured properly. When wiring in an attic or basement crawl space, you need to remember that you won’t have the same freedom as what … Read more