You own an electrical appliance that has a 2-prong plug and you want to connect it. But you see that you can’t do it because the cord is too short. So, you reach for the extension cord. That’s when you see a problem. You have a 3-prong extension cord. I know it sounds familiar. Can …
A tamper-resistant outlet is probably the best solution for preventing any kind of tampering with outlets. Nevertheless, a tamper-resistant article can get quite frustrating to use if it resists plugging in. What to do if a tamper resistant outlet can’t plug in? Straighten bent plug prongs with a plier and align the two prongs of …
You want to daisy chain several outlets to one single circuit breaker in your room. But you’re not convinced enough if daisy chaining outlets is a safe thing to do. Is it good practice to daisy chain outlets? Daisy-chained outlets are not a good option for your home. It’s advised to refrain from daisy-chaining more …
Extension cables are widely used these days, despite the fact that they are not always the safest alternative. To protect themselves from shocks and disruptions, people rely on the fuses that come with extension cables. Do extension cords have fuses? Unless the extension cable is bought or obtained illegally it should have a fuse. Also, …
Are you uncertain about what you need for subpanel grounding? Well, it can be a bit confusing. But with the proper instructions, you’d be able to avoid future accidents or refrain from making obvious mistakes. What are the subpanel grounding requirements? To determine subpanel grounding requirements, check the wire size and types of wires used …
Are you thinking about installing a sump pump? It’s a good idea if you have found your basement ankle-deep in water. Sump pumps can cause critical damages if not installed correctly. What are the sump pump electrical requirements? To determine the electrical requirements of a sump pump, check the voltage of the sump pump before …
It’s not uncommon to find no place for connecting your ground wire. This is why you need to be aware of the basics and right spots. Because if you don’t, you may risk yourself to the dangers of electrical overloads. And I understand how confusing that may be. So you’re thinking if there’s no place …
Generator exhaust in a closed area can be a lethal thing. Exhaust releases fumes that carry carbon monoxide which is both colorless and odorless. An extension is often helpful to get the fumes out of the car. You might have thought or even tried to install an extension to generator exhaust. But you’re most likely …
A limited number of outlets is a very annoying problem. To solve this problem extension cords are used. Still, sometimes one cord is not enough to solve the crisis. Then you think about using two cords. Can you plug two extension cords in one outlet? You can plug two extension cords in one outlet if …
Electrical wiring with electrical tape isn’t a rational decision. But when you’re short of that tape you’d search for the alternatives. There you might consider duct tape as a substitute for electrical tape. Can you use duct tape instead of electrical tape? Duct tape is not a good alternative to electrical tape. They might be …