How to Insulate Around Recessed LED Fixtures
Scott Caron offers advice on how to keep your home energy-efficient when using recessed lights
How to Install Rough Electricity in New Construction
Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron helps a homeowner wire her new basement that she’s in the process of turning into finished space
How Fuses and Circuit Breakers Work
Ask This Old House electrician Scott Caron demonstrates how fuses and circuit breakers protect a home.
How to Switch Basement Lighting
Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron helps a homeowner add switching to basement lights that used to be controlled by a pull string
How to Upgrade an Electric Meter and Panel to 200 Amp Service
Master electrician Scott Caron demonstrates the two parts of replacing an antiquated electrical system in our video series below.
How to Replace a Garage Door Opener
Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron replaces an old garage door opener with a smart opener in this edition of DIY Smarts.
How to Install Smart Smoke and CO Detectors
Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron installs smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in this edition of DIY Smarts.
Adding an Outlet to a Room
In this video, electrician Scott Carson walks you through how to add an electrical outlet without damaging your walls.
How to Install Kitchen Track Lighting
Ask This Old House’s Scott Caron explains the difference between general and task kitchen lighting. He takes you through choosing, shopping and installing your new system.
The Importance of Surge Protection
Ask This Old House master electrician Scott Caron demonstrates how surge protection safeguards a home’s appliances and electronics.