Electrical Repairs

Electric Water Heater Problems Diagnosed

Electric water heaters often encounter problems and these troubleshooting tips will help you diagnose the problems.

Hidden Dangers Of Cracked Outlets

There are hidden dangers associated with cracked and damaged outlets.

Replace a Light Socket

Have you ever walked into a room and turned on a light switch only to hear a pop? You look at the light fixture and one of the bulbs isn't working. Under further investigation, you see that one of the sockets has outlived it's usefulness. The socket is discolored and one of its wires is burnt to a crisp. Learn how to replace the socket here.

Electrical Project Costs

Electrical improvements will put a bite in your wallet, especially with the high cost of copper these days. This is a look at what the average cost is for common electrical projects.

Ballast Gone Ballistic?

Fluorescent lighting is cool, soft lighting that works well in kitchens and utility rooms. If you’ve ever had one of these lights turn itself on and off, you may have a bad ballast. Sometimes it will seep a tar-like substance into the cover of your light. Either way, it is time to change the ballast.

Ballast Gone Ballistic? - Reassembly

After disassembling a ballast from a fixture, these step will make reassembling a snap.

Electrical How-to Series – Changing a Single Pole Switch

Electrical tips on how to replace a single pole switch.

Repairing & Replacing Electrical Cords & Plugs

Learn how to repair and replace electrical cords when they are not functioning properly,

How To Replace a Slip-on Connector

Find out how to replace a slip-on solder or solderless wire connector.