In electrical work, installation requirements can be found in a variety of codes such as building, fire/life safety, or energy. Although trade specialists (such as electricians) may be experts in ...

After spending all my professional career in the electrical industry, 25 of which were in the electrical contracting side of the business, I have seen the good, the bad, and the ugly side of ...

The 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) introduces a significant shift in electrical design by prioritizing real-time power ...

Ask an electrician which way a receptacle, aka outlet, should be installed: “Ground up or down?” Typically, the answer is “both are fine,” though most of us have a preference. The National Electrical ...

The temptation to handle electrical projects yourself has grown stronger as home improvement costs continue to climb. Yet behind every outlet and switch lies a network of power that demands respect ...