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Electrical Renovation

From insightful plans to how to guides, learn about all things electrical renovation.

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Running Electricity to Your Kitchen Island

Running electricity to your island shouldn’t be too difficult, especially if you’re taking out the existing cabinets.
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Inside Your Home’s Electrical Service Panel

Get essential knowledge about your home’s power distribution center.
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23 Things You Didn't Know You Could Fix Yourself

Expand your DIY repertoire and save money by making bathroom, kitchen, and outdoor repairs yourself.
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How Electrical Circuit Breakers and GFCIs Protect a Home

Master electrician Scott Caron shares tips for preventing shocks and electrocution
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How to Add an Electrical Outlet

Master electrician Allen Gallant powers up a new outlet
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Inside an Electrical Outlet

A cracked, loose, or (ouch!) shocking electrical receptacle is a candidate for replacement. But before you head out shopping for a new one, know what to ask for and how to connect everything safely.
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How to Install a Stand-by Generator

In this how-to video, This Old House host Kevin O'Connor explains how to install a whole house stand-by generator.