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Testimonials

Great help on a 3-Way wiring diagram from your website.  Much appreciated, as I have had the same 3 Way switch, non-operational, for over 5 years.. arghhh...I know it is a simple thing yet looking at both sets of wires and trying to imagine the wire runs was a bit aggravating but you made it simpler!

Kudos
Brian, Winnipeg
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Awesome. Thanx Terry. Cool site and extremely informative.

Johnny
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Thank you for the info on the three way switch you saved the day.

EDDIE B.  in MIssissippi
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Thank-you for your free video, it helped.

Bob
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What a great explanation!!  You have been so helpful.  Thanks so much.  I will hunt down that timer and give it a go.

Ken
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Your website is great.  I have it bookmarked and now visit frequently.  I have no previous electrical experience and your website helped me redo some wiring correctly and way easier than I thought it would be.

Thanks again.

Nicholas V
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Hi Terry,

I stumbled onto your website while doing a Google search for an electrical panel that's being installed in my new home that's currently being built.

Even though I've been doing my own electrical work for many years (I am not a contractor), I found your site to be a  valuable resource of information for all things electrical. Your site is much appreciated. Thank you.

 
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Mike A
Toronto, Canada

 

 

Do-it-Yourself Wiring
Safety & Fundamentals Articles

Safety & Fundamentals
Safe Practices When Working Around Electricity
Simple home electrical repairs can be performed safely IF you educate yourself on the safe practices necessary for working around electricity.

Safety & Fundamentals
Electrical Code and the Do-It-Yourselfer
Electrical Code is a set of codes and standards intended to ensure the safe installation of electrical wiring and equipment.  It governs the use of electrical wire, cable and fixtures.

Safety & Fundamentals
Grounding and the Do-It-Yourselfer
The process of grounding adds protection against electrical shock by ensuring that YOU or any other individual does not become a path through which electricity moves. 

Safety & Fundamentals
Asbestos Removal Critical for Electrician’s Safety
Exposure to asbestos fibers can pose a real danger.  Be aware of the hazards associated with this material, and follow safe practices to eliminate the possibility of exposure.

 

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