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 ...

When you purchase a home, you may notice large boxes covering the outdoor electrical outlets. This is a weather-resistant receptacle outlet box, and it's one of the most common electrical outlets ...

Outdoor power setups can quickly become a headache once cold weather, snow, and moisture enter the picture. Extension cords, ...

It’s the holiday season, and that means Christmas trees are lit all across the country. That also means the electrical wires lighting up these festive, outdoor trees are being frozen all across the ...

The image of a breaker box in your mind probably looks like a small metal box tucked away in a corner of your home. It's the metal contraption with switches that control the flow of electricity ...