Whether you're installing, extending, or rewiring a circuit, finding out the wire gauge and amperage you will need is a key first step. The gauge—or size—of the wire used needs to match amperage ...

Many DIY enthusiasts have to contend with electrical wiring eventually in some capacity. The descent into this rabbit hole often begins with the fundamental question: What exactly is a wire gauge, and ...

If there's one place to be overly cautious when doing household repairs, it's electrical work. Electrical issues cause roughly 51,000 household fires annually, according to the ESFI, resulting in ...

Just because you can connect two wires together, it doesn’t mean that you should, but if you need to, then here’s how. Let me start out by cautioning the reader: Just because you can connect two wires ...