If you have an old house with dated electrical outlets, you know they weren't designed to meet the demands of today's appliances. They're also dangerous, because they're seldom grounded. It takes a ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

The typical range for electrical panel replacement cost is $522 to $2,082, with a national average of $1,274. The type of electrical panel, its amperage, location, brand, materials, labor and permits, ...

Wall outlets might not steal the spotlight when it comes to smart home upgrades, but they're more important (and more advanced) than ever. As our homes fill up with devices, from phones and tablets to ...

A. When replacing receptacles, remember that arc-fault circuit-interrupter type and ground-fault circuit interrupter type receptacles must be installed at a readily accessible location [406.4(D)]. If ...