How to Strip a Wire Safely and Correctly

Stripping a wire means removing a section of the insulating plastic cover to expose the electrical conductor underneath. Here’s how to do it.

How to Use Wire Nuts (The Right Way)

Wire nuts—also called twist-on wire connectors—are small, inexpensive parts that play a big role in household electrical safety. Used correctly, they create secure electrical connections. Used incorrectly, they can lead to loose wires, flickering lights, or worse. In this guide, we’ll walk through how to use wire nuts step by step, what size to choose,Continue reading “How to Use Wire Nuts (The Right Way)”