Electrical & Lighting
Fences are the most common way to keep a dog from roaming, but another option that I’ve found works well is to install an electronic containment system around your yard. Watch this video to find out what’s involved in adding a hidden wire barrier to your yard.
The name of the Sylvania LED Golden Dragon Puck Lights may be a handful, but these little battery powered, under-cabinet lights are so easy to install and use that you’ll be enjoying them before you can say, “Now what were they called again?” Read this review to find out more.
Running wires for electronics devices, cable TV, telephones, and speakers is now a lot easier thanks to this super thin wiring from FlatWire. The wire is as thin as a business card and can be used to power everything from electronics to 12-volt lighting. Watch this video to find out more.
The magicJack is a popular and inexpensive way to make and receive phone calls over a computer that’s equipped with broadband Internet access. Watch this video as we put the magicJack to the test to see if it would work for you.
If you live in a hurricane prone area, it’s important to make emergency preparations long before a storm is on the horizon. This includes stockpiling food and water, storm shutters or plywood to cover windows, tarps to protect damaged roofs, and a generator to provide backup power.
Before hanging drywall in your home, make sure everything that’s supposed to be in the wall cavity is in place. Watch this video for a checklist of items that need to be installed before the drywall goes up.
Portable generators offer many advantages in remote outdoor situations, especially if there’s work to be done. They can power everything from tools to lights to music. With this much versatility, portable generators are must have item for the serious home improvement DIYer.
Greetings from the Stone Ages! Well, not really, but things around my house have certainly taken a step backwards this last couple of weeks! Thanks to a frayed power line outside, my house experienced something called a “missing neutral,” which led to lots of smoke, sizzles, and chargrilled appliances. Read on to find out more.
