Switches controlling line-to-neutral loads must have a neutral conductor installed at a switch serving bathrooms, hallways, stairways, or rooms suitable for human habitation or occupancy, as defined ...

Several options are available to make it easy to replace a standard two pole light switch with a combo switch/power outlet for grounded appliances. Adding a much-needed outlet to any room may be as ...

In this video, I’ll show you how to wire up a light switch, whether it’s got 3 wires, 4 wires, or you’re adding a switch to a new construction. I’ll also cover wiring a light switch and outlet combo, ...

“The first thing any homeowner needs to know is if they are not comfortable or do not know what they are doing when it comes to working with electricity in any way, hire a professional,” says Joe ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you have a room with no overhead light fixture, or one in which the main light switch isn’t convenient, you can solve your problem by adding a ...

I have a whole bunch of devices that are charged via USB, so I'm thinking about installing an electrical outlet with built-in charging ports. It's a pretty straightforward project, right? These ...

Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

When thinking about upgrading your lighting or outlets with smart home technology, smart light bulbs or plugs likely come to mind. Those are certainly useful smart devices, but a smart switch may ...