Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Upgrading your home’s wiring and electrical panels can bring your home up to code and help you avoid electrical fires and shocks. This process can be expensive, though. Here’s what you need to know ...

Dear Jerry: I always enjoy reading your columns but I don’t recall ever having seen this issue addressed and so I thought I’d drop you a note. As a professional electrical contractor I see all kinds ...

Water and electricity are two things that should never mix, right? So, what should you do if you notice rust on the bottom of your electric panel, or even water dripping out? Don't panic, but don't ...

While the distribution board (DB) box may be a really important part of the home — it helps to distribute electricity within your space after all — it can be a huge design downer. They are usually ...

Q. This week: Our house was built in about 1955 and we've got quite a problem. A summer storm that rolled through our area last night brought with it wind and rain that pelted our house right up to a ...