While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

Introduction of new medium-voltage Articles addressing systems over 1,000VAC and 1,500VDC, including Articles 235, 245, 305, 315, and 495, to support growing medium voltage installations.

Up through the 2017 edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC), there were requirements for “at least one receptacle outlet” for any island or peninsular counter larger than the prescribed minimum ...

Regarding the Jan. 28 Ask the Inspector response in “Older Electrical Outlets Were a Jolt”: I don’t think that two-prong outlets are a defect that must be listed by a home inspector. In a 50-year-old ...

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 ...

Are you building, renovating, or upgrading a house or a condo … or planning to someday? Don't forget the electric outlets and switches. These are small details, but they will contribute a great deal ...