Home Improvement Tips & Ideas
Set yourself up for a bright, energy efficient, future with tips for smart lighting & wiring design for illumination, automation and security
Learn how to prepare for power outages because an extended power outage can cause significant property damage. A home backup generator is a solid investment when you consider the collateral damage of a prolonged power outage.
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Learn how to protect your home with automatic backup power in case of an outage. Find out how automatic standby generators work and what they will power in the event of an outage.
Learn about a prize-winning 10-watt Philips LED light bulb with a lifetime of more than 25,000 hours that could be in stores early next year.
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Tom Kraeutler from The Money Pit demos Lutron’s new Skylark Contour Dimmer. which improves the dimmability of CFLs and LEDs.
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Find out how portable generators can be used to power outdoor equipment like trimmers and also be used for outdoor entertaining to power a mini-fridge or sound system.
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Amprobe’s Electrical Test Kit provides a complete set of testing tools to help diagnose basic electrical circuits and determine when to call in a pro on that fix-it chore. Tom Kraeutler of The Money Pit shows you how to test outlets, find live wires and more.
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Learn how to avoid electric shock when doing home improvement projects. Find out about available test tools that test electric outlets for grounding.Â
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Learn about how most Americans are happy about switching to CFLs. Find out how to safely handle a broken CFL light bulb.
Learn how to install a dimmer switch. Find out how to replace your old switchplate with a dimmer switch safely.
Learn how to protect your home in a power outage. Find out about power generators, lightning rods, surge protectors and more.
Learn about two upgrades for your electric outlets. Find out how to have two-prong outlets converted to three-prong, and why raising outlets makes it easier to use vacuum cleaners.
Find out how to hang a light over your table without putting a hole in the ceiling. Learn how to use a boom stand microphone holder to hold a swag lamp.
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Learn how to create a light source where you have no window. Find out how to make a light box “window” for a windowless space, like above a kitchen sink, and create a bright light source where you have no window.
Learn how to pick a portable backup generator by knowing the amount of wattage and what you want to provide power to.
Get more dependable, quiet and comfortable results by installing a permanent automatic standby generator with Generac’s EcoGen Automatic Generator which supports renewable energy needs.
Kevin Hawes of Assured Home Inspections in Calgary, Alberta (via The Money Pit). Used with permission of the ASHI Reporter. This rudimentary labeling pretty much sums up the homeowner’s knowledge of which circuit breaker powers what. It should be an electrifying experience if there’s ever an emergency here! Diagnosis: Obviously, we’re witnessing an extreme lack …
Portable generators can be used in case of power outage at home, or on the go when camping, tailgating or on the job. Never be without power again, with a portable generator from Generac.
Standby generators are becoming a neccessity. Standby generators are now more affordable than ever. Learn about different types of standby generators.
Get information about standby generators or whole home generators that can protect homeowners against unforeseen power failure. Recent technological advancements have made automatic standby power generators more affordable for homeowners.
You wouldn’t think that a stereo or printer would be using electricity even when they are shut off, but they do. Here’s why and how using a power strip can save you $50 a year on electricity.
Drafty windows aren’t the only way air leaks into your home. Your outside walls may have some even bigger holes to worry about. Outlets on the exterior walls of your home can be big energy wasters. But air leaking through these holes can be easily sealed. To do that, turn the power off, remove the …
If your home was built between 1965 and 1972, you may be at risk for an electrical fire. Many homes built from 1965 to 1972 have aluminum branch circuit wiring which may overheat and cause fires. But the repair may not require replacing your wiring. For all the options, visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission …
There are few things as frustrating as running short on electrical outlets in your home. But with a little extra planning, you can be wired for satisfaction. Planning a wiring project is ultimately what gives it power. Begin by considering how the rooms will be used, and build in electrical service that will meet peak …
Last year, more than 75 percent of Americans suffered a power outage due to aging, outdated utility systems. To protect yourself, consider installing a whole-house backup generator. Once wired to your home’s electrical system, a whole-house generator can automatically repower important systems like heating, air conditioning and refrigeration before damage can be done.
