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Coiled Cords
Never use an extension cord while it is coiled or looped. Never cover any part of an extension cord with newspapers, clothing, ... |
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Cord Connections
To keep tools from disconnecting from the extension cord, try this: Before joining the cords, first make half of a square ... |
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Cord Requirements
When you hook up a power tool to an heavy-duty extension cord, remember that all cords are not alike and all power tools do ... |
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DIY Electrical Inspection
Here's another great tip from BobVila.com.
Now’s a great time to do a whole house electrical inspection, and you can do ... |
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Extension Cord Overload
Don't overload extension cords by plugging in appliances that draw a total of more watts than the rating of the cord. Use ... |
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Extension Cord Tangle
If your extension cord gets tangled up, don't pull on the ends. Instead, gently loosen all the tighter snarls in the middle ... |
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Flood Prep - Electrical
Keep these points in mind when you have your electrical system components raised:
a) Electrical system modifications ... |
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Hands Off Pipes
In many houses, the electrical system is grounded to the water service entrance pipe. Since the entire plumbing system is ... |
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Lightning Damage
In addition to direct strikes, lightning generates electrical surges that can damage electronic equipment some distance from ... |
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Lightning Paths
There are three main ways lightning enters homes and buildings: (1) a direct strike, (2) through wires or pipes that extend ... |
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Lightning Protection
Installing a lightning protection system is not a do-it-yourself project, but it is very important in protecting your home ... |
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Loose Wire Fix
Wiring that falls out of its routing on equipment or trailers has a tendency to get torn off. Metal clips work to solve this ... |
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Parts Keepers
To save small parts during a project, don't overlook plastic sandwich bags or the small plastic bags available at the grocery ... |
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Photovoltaic Shingles
A new concept in solar power, photovoltaic shingles, can help protect your home from the elements while generating ... |
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Power Your Home with the Sun
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
When photovoltaics—or the conversion of solar energy to electric power—came on ... |
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Securing Cords
In locations where furniture or beds may be pushed against an extension cord where the cord joins the plug, use a special ... |
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Simple Fixes
Before you tear into a repair job, start by checking for the simplest cause instead of assuming the worst. For example, before ... |
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Soldering Clay
Keep a mound of modeling clay handy to your soldering equipment. You can use it to hold small pieces at odd angles to each ... |
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Storm Candle
During a power failure, a votive candle contained in glass can provide bright, continuous light for many hours and even days. ... |
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Warm Cords
Check the plug and the body of the extension cord while the cord is in use. Noticeable warming of these plastic parts is ... |
