Helpful Tips

Stay safe on the job by preventing as many hazard situations as you can. Falls from heights, scaffold collapse, head...

Prevent injury or hazardous situations by keeping your cords organized. You can keep your cords organized with a few tools....

NEMA and UL announced changes for Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) standards. Find out more about these changes and what they...

Prepare an emergency kit with non-perishable food items and a clean water supply you can use for drinking as well...

Keep your family and home safe this holiday season by not overloading your circuit with Christmas lights. See how knowing...

Ensure holiday lighting safety by checking each lightbulb and cord for nicks or abrasions. Learn more do's and don'ts of...

When installing an electrical device, make sure you know the voltage of the product and the amount of power your...

Knowing how much voltage your fire alarm panel can handle can help keep your alarms working and help prevent a...

Your smoke detector chirping could indicate a fire or smoke, but it could also indicate a low battery or dirt,...

Follow the owner’s manual instruction provided with any detection device, but, in general, you should perform a functional test of...

LED streetlights can reduce your utility bill while still providing optimal brightness. See how LED street lights compare to fluorescent...

A single pole thermostat features two electrical wires and no off feature. A double pole thermostat features an off function...

LED lighting continues to rise in popularity. Versatility in LED lighting makes them far superior to traditional lighting due to...

Mobile home owners and two people living in the same home are each eligible for tax credit. Find out who...

If you made qualifying home improvement purchases and installations between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016, you may be...

See if your state offers energy rebates and tax incentives when you make qualifying purchases. With energy-efficient improvements, you can...

Energy rebate programs allow you to make energy efficient improvements. Consider switching to energy-efficient lighting solutions and see if you...

For HomElectrical’s fall Klein Tools Facebook giveaway, like our Facebook page and check Facebook and Twitter for sweepstakes updates! You...

One winner will be selected randomly on Facebook and tagged on HomElectrical’s Facebook Winners post. Winners must respond within five...

Talking about lifespan and lighting technology in the form of hours can get confusing. Find out how to convert light...