When you think about electrical work at home, you probably picture dramatic fixes like rewiring a whole house or replacing a ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

It's no secret, nor is it a mystery, that water and electricity do not mix. We never want to get water on or in any of our electronics, much less our outlets. Unfortunately, it can still happen ...

Home inspectors are trained to treat a sketchy outlet setup as a potential emergency, not a cosmetic flaw. When they see the wrong combination of receptacles, wiring, and protection devices, they know ...

Chance are you know about smart outlets and outlets with integrated USB ports, but you might be surprised at how many different outlets you can buy and install in your home. Of course, they’re all ...