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Dec 11, 2021
Broken electrical cords are a common household irritation and have multiple causes — from accidents with power tools to pets gnawing on cables. Here's how to fix an electrical cord by wiring a new plug or using a shrink tube.
Dec 04, 2021
Choosing the right lightbulb wattage is essential for your safety, so it's important to understand how to choose the correct wattage for each household fixture. Find out what lightbulb wattage means and which bulb to pick for each fixture type.
Dec 03, 2021
To avoid this damage from power surges, you can install a whole-house surge protection device. These devices safely diffuse excess electricity into the ground. Learn how to install whole-house surge protection yourself.
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Dec 01, 2021
Americans use roughly 6.6 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity to power holiday light displays every year. That statistic may leave you questioning how much it costs to light up your home for the holidays. Here's how to calculate how much energy your display is using.