Smart Home

Install a new fixture safely and quickly

When you plug in a blender, turn it on, and the power goes off, you've got a circuit overload. Here's...

GFCIs save lives. Learn how to test your GFCIs two ways, with these instructions.

Install a floor outlet and say goodbye to hazardous extension cords.

Running wiring in surface channels eliminates the big job of opening walls.

Easy-to-install smart light switches deliver more safety, convenience and can cut your energy bills.

Install an Exterior Outlet

Electrical metallic tubing (EMT) is strong, cheap and easy to bend once you learn how. These tips will help you...

Fix old-house wiring problems. Bring old light fixtures wired with knob-and-tube wiring up to code by installing an electrical box...

Installing ductwork isn't hard when you have these expert tips.

Adding a new light or receptacle to your garage or basement is easier than you think.

If your fireplace is whirring, grinding, rattling or squealing, here's how to figure out where that noise is coming from...

Learn how to set up Google Home shopping list across several apps and how to find the shopping list in...

These DIY home security systems are easy to set up and don't require monthly subscription fees. Secure your home in...

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to use a digital multimeter.

If you're wondering what home devices work with the Amazon Alexa, here are our top 12 picks. Ranging from smart...

It's better to be safe than sorry, especially with electricity. Conducting these annual electrical safety checks will give you peace...

Smart TVs have enhanced at-home entertainment by making it possible to watch streaming services, like Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime,...

Can't hear the doorbell from the back of the house? It's easy to correct that by adding a second doorbell...

Wire a remote sensor to operate light fixtures anywhere around the house.

Replace a standard lamp switch with an in line switch

LED lights use less energy, last longer and come in many different colors. If you've been attracted by LED lighting...

Replace a cranky old switch in about an hour.

Replace a faulty phone jack in 10 minutes.

Is your lamp cord coming loose at the plug? Here's how to replace a polarized plug safely and easily.

How to wire a new plug safely

When disaster strikes and there’s no water coming out of the tap, don’t get left high and dry. Instead, follow...

Here's what happens when you flush a goldfish down the toilet.

Breathe easy! We've found the best air purifiers to use throughout your home.