When you purchase a home, you may notice large boxes covering the outdoor electrical outlets. This is a weather-resistant receptacle outlet box, and it's one of the most common electrical outlets ...

According to a recent notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, approximately 3,000 Garvin Pop-Up Electrical Outlet Floor Box Kits were recalled on August 20, 2019 because the ...

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has published ANSI/NEMA OS 3-2007 Selection and Installation Guidelines for Electrical Outlet Boxes. It provides designers, installers, and ...

While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

Learn the key differences between old work and new work outlet boxes in this detailed guide. Perfect for DIY enthusiasts, electricians, and anyone planning electrical upgrades. #ElectricalDIY #OldWork ...

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) recently published NEMA OS 3-2012, "Selection and Installation Guidelines for Electrical Outlet Boxes." The National Electrical Manufacturers ...

Wall outlets might not steal the spotlight when it comes to smart home upgrades, but they're more important (and more advanced) than ever. As our homes fill up with devices, from phones and tablets to ...

Q: When I plugged my cell phone charger into a kitchen outlet, my phone didn’t start charging as it normally does—rather, it seemed that this one electrical outlet was not working. Is there something ...

Chances are, you only have a few outlets near your desk and they're probably behind it, not to mention full of surge protectors and other devices. If you need easy access to a few open outlets, you ...