Don't underestimate the NEC's requirements for flexible cords and fixture wires — they're actually important enough that the standard covers them in two separate articles. Specifically, you'll find ...

The smallest size fixture wire permitted by the NEC is _____ AWG. Article 402 covers the general requirements and construction specifications for fixture wires. As noted in Sec. 402.6, "Fixture wires ...

Juan has been a home inspector for 10 years and runs a successful home inspection company in Richmond, VA. He loves inspecting homes, but his real passion is educating home owners and newer inspectors ...

Although newer homes have wall switches for most overhead lighting, fixtures in older houses may be controlled by pull chains from the light. Trying to find that pull chain in the dark can be ...

Q: I want to replace my old light fixture with track lighting. Is it much different from replacing a regular light fixture? A: There are a few minor differences, but nothing that should cause any ...

Landscape lighting describes a large and varied family of outdoor lighting fixtures. These versatile, weatherproof lights can be used to illuminate pathways, flower beds, trees, fences, driveways, ...

Dear James: I think track lighting would be a good alternative to my old ceiling fixtures in my kitchen and living room. The simplest part of the work is actually attaching the two wires and the ...