Jul 29 2025
Need to troubleshoot a dead outlet? Then you need a multimeter. This helpful device can help you test outlets, cords, light strands, bulbs, and more by measuring the flow of electricity.
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Electric fireplaces are a much less expensive alternative to adding a wood-burning fireplace to your home. Electric models provide a significant amount of heat
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Jul 29 2025
If you live an older home with two-prong outlets, you’re probably starting to run out of outlet space.
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Jul 29 2025
If you live in the United States and your home was built after the 1940s (or your outdated wiring has since been updated), you can expect the electrical wires behind your walls to follow certain color standards.
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Jul 22 2025
When chilly weather rolls in, there's nothing quite as comforting as an electric blanket. But, as cozy as they are, they’re also magnets for dust,
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Jul 21 2025
Working on your home's electrical components is a job best left to the pros, but knowing how to use an electrical tester is one of the most empowering skills a homeowner or DIYer can have
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Jul 17 2025
Most people know that using frayed extension cords and burning candles unattended are unsafe practices, yet about 370,000 house fires in the US still claim lives and cause billions of dollars in damages every year.
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Established in 1994, Mr. Electric® is a global franchise organization providing electrical installation and repair services. Recognized by Entrepreneur magazine among its “Franchise 500,” Mr. Electric franchisees provide these services to both residential and commercial customers at almost 200 locations worldwide. Mr. Electric is a subsidiary of the Neighborly® family of service franchises.
