All questions and answers are based on the 2017 NEC. Underlined text indicates a change in the rules for the 2017 NEC. Q. What are the Code rules for the installation of countertop and work surface ...

Outdoor outlets serve as a reliable power source for speakers, lighting, and tools to help maximize your outdoor living space. However, many homeowners have none or very few throughout their home's ...

Outdoor electrical outlets are a big help in home maintenance and for warm-weather entertainment, yet many homes don’t have enough of them. Do-it-yourselfers with experience and knowledge of ...

Chance are you know about smart outlets and outlets with integrated USB ports, but you might be surprised at how many different outlets you can buy and install in your home. Of course, they’re all ...

Ever find yourself juggling three or four different chargers on a two-socket outlet? Fix that problem once and for all by swapping out a traditional outlet for one that includes USB ports. Because I ...

Apple accessory maker NewerTechnology recently released a specialized electrical outlet, called the Power2U, that includes two USB ports for charging mobile devices. Available in four colors—to match ...

When the temperature drops and your space heaters, holiday lights, and kitchen gadgets all run at once, your electrical ...