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Electrical How To & DIY

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Generator Buying Guide: What You Need to Know (2024)

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How to Install a Wall Sconce

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How to Replace a Doorbell

Electrical Videos

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Understanding Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

S22 E2: Heath Eastman hangs some outdoor string lights
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How to Install Outdoor String Lights

S21 E25, Heath Eastman installs a basement AFCI circuit
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How to Install a New Basement Circuit

Electrical Ideas & Inspiration

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The 5 Best Inverter Generators (2024 Review)

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The 4 Best Portable Power Stations (2024 Review)

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Our 8 Best Solar Generator Picks (2024)

Electrical Installation

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S22 E5: Heath Eastman installs a generator transfer switch
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Simple Guide to Installing a Generator Hook-Up

S22 E4: Nathan Gilbert builds a utility cover
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How to Build a Utility Cover

Electrical Planning

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Using a portable power station to power a fridge in a blackout.

All About Portable Power Stations

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How Effective Are Surge Protectors?

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All About Multimeters