By 2006 nearly half of all housing starts will include “structured wiring.” With this specialized “smart” wiring package, you can connect multiple computers within your home, view different satellite channels on multiple TVs, monitor security cameras from your TV or PC, and control your home’s energy consumption from anywhere in the world. A structured wiring ...
Are you having problems with your curling iron? Perhaps it won’t heat, has a broken spring or the barrel is really dirty. If so, I might be able to help. My parents were licensed cosmetologists and owned their own full-service beauty salon. As such, I grew up helping them with the family business. Part of ...
Installing a new ceiling fan where there is existing wiring from an old light fixture or fan is a relatively simple task. It helps to have a basic understanding of electrical skills as well as some basic mechanical know-how. If you wish to install a fan where there is not existing wiring, it is a ...
You will benefit from using residential wiring diagrams if you plan on completing electrical wiring projects in your home. An electrical wiring diagram can be as simple as a diagram showing how to install a new switch in your hallway, or as complex as the complete electrical blueprint for your new home. Although household electricity ...
Homeowners are often faced with the challenge of replacing their hot water heater at some point during their homeownership. This project is relatively simple and once you have the plumbing installed the next step is to wire the hot water heater to the main circuit breaker. While in many cases a homeowner will call an ...
Wiring a doorbell actually requires two wiring tasks to complete it. The chime portion of the doorbell has to have power source. This is usually a 110/120 volt circuit. The wires to the switches receive power from a transformer inside the chime box to convert them to a low voltage level. So, wiring a doorbell ...
Please consult your owner’s manual before wiring a vehicle, some require factory harnesses and relays. In order to wire your car or truck for trailer lights you need the following items: A good test light, a few scotch lock wire connectors about 6(in case you mess up one), A screwdriver or socket to remove your ...
If you want to add a touch of ambiance to a bland room, wall sconces may be just the ticket. Sconces can also add extra attractive lighting to a dim hallway. It is easiest to install them when they can be a part of a larger remodeling project. They can be installed anytime you choose ...
A stone column is the perfect addition to your homes curb appeal. Its simple yet functional design sets paths, holds lights, presents a mailbox or directs traffic. Best of all, a stone column is easy to build and with only a small investment of time and money. Run the Wires The first thing you should ...
When people go to the handy dandy residential homeowners warehouse store such as Home Depot or Menards, or to the local HWI or Ace hardware store to buy wire for the typical homeowner home improvement projects they are often not dealt with honestly by those retailers. An informed shopper can avoid those pitfalls that do ...
