Flickering lights, etc.
I recently have run up against a problem with a mobile home I own, and I'm more or less at a loss as to where to begin- whenever an item is plugeed...
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over 14 years by johnm
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wireless down lighting
need additional lighting in my kitchen - heard about wireless down lighting that operates from a receiver plugged into an existing outlet and funct...
over 14 years by rstyer
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answers425
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GFI breaker
I have an above groung swimming pool & a shed being supplied by a 20 amp GFI breaker. Every time I turn on the shed light the breaker pops tripping...
over 14 years by loader_98
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answers758
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generator
How do you size a generator for your house?What is the right way to install it? I heard you could plug it into your elect. dryer outlet, as long as...
over 14 years by loader_98
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answers290
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Garage door sensors
I have a problem with the sensors on my craftsman garage door opener, I have tried to disconnect them so that i could operate the door, but to no a...
over 14 years by TomR
2
answers996
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Seeking Replacement Relay Switches
My family built a house back in 1972, and we used Surfacepack relay switches from Switchpack Systems. Mechanically and electrically, they were kin...
over 14 years by TomR
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answers375
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How to run new wiring?
I've read about wiring issues here, and the issues related to grounding. I too have an older home (1948) without grounded wiring. The wire cables...
over 14 years by Cyberdust1
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answers777
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ten pounds of junk in a five pound bag...
i recently wired a ceiling fan into an older home, the number of wires in the new junction box are giving me fits when i try to stuff them back whe...
over 14 years by clayphillips
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answers418
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Selecting correct breaker
What is the formula used to determine the correct amperage circuit breaker? I am rewiring an older home, and, having done some electrical work in t...
over 14 years by ren
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answers863
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light keeps burning out
I've replaced several bulbs in my basement landing light, which is recessed in the ceiling. I've even replaced the socket and checked the rest of ...
over 14 years by BobF
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answers713
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New Electrical Box
Is there an easy way to install a new electrical box in a pre-existing wall without destroying the wall?
over 14 years by DR HOME
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answers808
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Exhaust Fans - VERY QUIET
I heard of a very quiet bathroom exhaust fan that mounts in the roof rafters not the ceiling rafters. It is then duct down to the bathroom ceiling...
over 14 years by Donna
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answers974
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rewireing home
My house was built in 1956 and an addition added later. All wire needs to be replaced. The main house is not a problem but the addition has no atti...
over 14 years by TomR
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answers760
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TABLE SAW MOTOR
Need instructions for fixing Craftsman table saw. Relay/capacitor/...good. Windings good...must not be connected right. Any schematics available...
over 14 years by DR HOME
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answers383
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electrical wiring
i need instructions or a diagram for"wiring"a 240 volt 5 hp Craftsman air compressor from my shop to the service pole. Also is there anywhere I can...
over 14 years by tomlinson
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answers928
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junction boxes
while upgrading a wall, I am relocating the switch. The line in the wall is too short. I plan to place a junction box at the end of the existing li...
over 14 years by Brian Wood
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answers573
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3 way wiring
I recently purchased a new home and have begun renovating the basement I have discovered that a switch a 3 way switch has been wired incorrectly it...
over 14 years by Brian Wood
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answers512
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Flourescent Lights - Garage
Last spring I had two 8 foot flourescent double tube fixtures added to an existing circuit with two 100 watt regular light bulbs and 1 four foot fl...
over 14 years by Brian Wood
2
answers658
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Switch plates
I have single toggle switch plate that is 3.5inch wide and 5inch high. I can't find a replacement for this, since everything in stores for a single...
over 14 years by BobF
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answers907
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Exterior electrical outlet needed for block heater
Does anyone have any good easy solution how to provide an external outlet or how to get power to a car block heater?We live in a second floor rente...
over 14 years by ontrin
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