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Learn how to install & wire electrical outlets with tips from choosing the amps of the circuit to wiring the receptacle, in this free online video series.
There are 15 videos in this series:
The tools and equipment you'll need for wiring an electrical outlet are all right here, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
GFCI and standard electrical outlets are wired differently, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
15-amp and 20-amp electrical outlets are installed differently, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Picking a location for a new electrical outlet can be tricky, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Cutting a hole for a new electrical outlet can be tricky, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Drilling a hole in the ceiling or floor for an electrical outlet is sometimes necessary, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Feeding wires through the wall for an electrical outlet is sometimes necessary, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Turning off the power when wiring an electrical outlet is crucial to your safety, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Stripping electrical wires is an important part of the outlet installation process, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Installing an electrical outlet box isn't as hard as it sounds, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Wiring an electrical outlet is an important part of the installation process, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Installing a GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) on electrical outlets is crucial to your safety, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Wiring an electrical outlet to the box isn't as hard as it sounds, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Testing electrical outlets for connectivity is an important part of the installation process, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Testing the electrical source box is an important part of the installation process, learn how to install and wire a new electrical outlet with expert tips and advice on home improvement in this free video.
Wiring your home for additional power outlets is not difficult, but does require proper safety measures to be taken, as well as a general knowledge of how electrical wires work. As with any sort of conductor that carries electricity, it is recommended that individuals performing home repair, renovation or basic improvements take the necessary precautions before attempting to install or remove electrical wiring or additional power outlets. In this free video clip series, our expert will demonstrate the basic knowledge you need before adding an outlet in your home. Which tools you will need, how and where to drill, safety instructions and box installation instructions are included. Additionally, you will learn how to strip a wire and test for connectivity.
George A. Finn, III George Finn is an expert in mechanical systems. He has a Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He is a licensed engineer and licensed home inspector. He holds two U.S. and European patents, one on a valve and one on a pump. After spending 13 years in the aerospace defense industry, George founded a Home Inspection company, inspecting over 11,000 homes. He is professionally trained in all aspects of home maintenance and repair, and his home inspections include heating, cooling, electrical, and structural systems of a building. He has repaired and built homes. He has been an expert witness on home construction in Berkshire District court cases.dkdk
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