John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

Whether you’re renting or buying, there are many criteria to watch for when touring a new home. In fact, you might be so concerned with ticking the boxes on your home checklist that smaller issues, ...

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And you can do it safely, in under an hour, and for less than $50. Credit... Supported by By Tim Heffernan Visuals by Clark Hodgin After 16 months, my home renovation is nearing a happy milestone: ...

Unless there’s a major safety issue, you’re only forced to upgrade stuff when inspections are needed, typically during renovations or major repairs. So it’s not too surprising that a lot of older ...

Health Canada issued a product recall notice for “Electrical Devices GFCI Safety Outlets” sold at Home Hardware. “Immediately stop using the recalled products, contact Unison Ridge for instructions on ...

A pet parent who noticed the dog obsessing over a specific power outlet took to Reddit for answers and quickly realized the canine might've saved the day. The owner's dog, Draco, started taking a ...

Learn how to add an outlet above or below an existing one without the need for mudding, taping, or painting. This video demonstrates how to run electricity from an existing outlet to a new location ...

Wall sockets in your home come in all shapes and forms. Some electrical outlets have a T-shaped hole to indicate that they're rated at 20A, while others feature USB ports to make charging your ...

Most electrical outlets are installed vertically, with one receptacle oriented above the other. But if you take a close look around your house, you'll probably find at least a couple mounted ...