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In a previous post we talked about how to install track lighting. Yet if you’re going to get the full enjoyment out of these modern, stylish lights you need to know how to troubleshoot track lighting too. Usually the biggest problem that people encounter is 1-3 lights that simply won’t come on. If you’ll recall […]

Learning how to replace a bathroom light fixture is a simple DIY task that can help you update your bathroom. Many bathrooms are saddled with light fixtures that are old, dingy, or outdated, so this is a quick way to give your home a fresh new look. This project doesn’t take too long to do.

Power outages are a way of life. Severe heat, severe storms, and accidents can all cause blackouts for long periods of time, making a backup power generator a necessity. You’ll have several different options for picking the right generator, so let’s go through the pros and cons of each. Portable Gas Generators Portable gas generators

Many of the projects that we’ve showcased on this blog require you to use a multimeter to test outlets before you get on with doing the rest of the work. In the interest of electrical safety we wanted to give this task some individual attention so that you’d know exactly how to do the job

Several of our DIY projects have required the use of electrical wire connectors or electric wire end caps. However, we’ve never covered how to use electric wire connectors safely, so we thought we’d rectify that situation today. It’s extremely important to create good, tight, safe electrical connections. Loose connections cause sparks which arc from wire

So you need to know how to replace a doorbell because your chime has stopped working? Don’t worry. This is a very easy DIY project that almost anyone can do. You’ll need a doorbell and chime kit. You can purchase one from almost any hardware store. Note that you’ll find both wired and wireless versions.

Landscape lighting can make your yard both safer at night and more beautiful. We perform many such projects throughout the Raleigh area. However, we also know that many people enjoy the pride and fun of doing these kinds of projects themselves. That’s why we’re taking the time to offer you a step-by-step guide on installing

Track lighting is a nice modern light fixture that can spruce up nearly any room, and it’s not that hard to install. In this post we’ll show you how to install track lighting. You’ll need to start with a basic track lighting kit. There are many alternatives to choose from! Next, you’ll need to locate

In a previous post we covered how to install an electrical outlet. Today we’re going to show you how to install a GFCI outlet. GFCI stands for “Ground Fault Interrupt Outlet.” This is an outlet that is capable of shutting itself down when it senses the threat of an electric shock. You’ll usually find GFCI