Wiring 101: 25 Projects You Really Can Do Yourself

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Yes, You Can!

Wiring 101 takes the mystery out of everyday wiring repairs and projects. You'll find complete directions for solving the 25 most common electrical problems faced by homeowners, with dozens of helpful tips for using tools, handling the unexpected, and saving money and time. You'll never again need to wait for an electrician. With Wiring 101 you can do it!

Inside you'll learn how to:

• Fix a favorite lamp in just minutes
• Fix frayed cords and broken plugs
• Replace faulty outlets, light switches, and lighting fixtures
• Install a money-saving programmable thermostat
• Install state-of-the-art halogen track lighting
• Add new phone jacks
• Add electrical outlets with raceway wiring

Table of Contents

Welcome to Wiring 101

BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Putting together a wiring kit | Understanding an electrical circuit | Turning off the power | Testing for current | Making wire connections

PROJECTS
Adding a wireless phone jack | Repairing phone jacks | Removing a broken lightbulb | Controlling lights from a keychain remote | Replacing a broken plug | Fixing a doorbell | Fixing a lamp socket | Replacing a lamp cord | Fixing a pull-chain switch | Installing a programmable thermostat | Adding a wireless light switch | Fixing a bad receptacle | Childproofing receptacles | Installing a GFCI receptacle | Replacing a bad light switch | Installing a dimmer | Installing a timer switch | Installing low-voltage cable lights | Replacing a ceiling-mounted fixture | Replace a hanging light fixture | Installing track lights | Installing a motion-sensing floodlight | Repairing fluorescent light fixtures | Fixing a ceiling fan | Extra credit: Installing raceway wiring | Index

Wiring 101: 25 Projects You Really Can Do Yourself