Decide how much digging you’re prepared to do and how deep your trench will be. This helps determine the type of wiring and the method you’ll use. Underground cable and wire can be installed at ...

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

Don’t let short electrical wires cramp your DIY project. Splice in extra wire in a few seconds using easy push-in connectors. Electricians should leave at least six inches of wire in wall boxes, which ...

An image circulating of Facebook makes the claim that simply bending an electrical wire makes it safe to work on it even when it is live, because doing so stops the flow of electricity through the ...