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 ...

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 ...

Allied Moulded Products, manufacturer of fiberglass reinforced, non-metallic outlet boxes for residential construction, has obtained a unique UL fire rating. The company's outlet boxes can now be ...

Locate the circuit breaker or fuse that controls the outlet you plan to replace and shut off the power to the circuit. Plug a lamp, radio or the GFCI tester into the outlet to test for power and make ...

If you've ever noticed an attractive front yard garden, only to have your eye drawn immediately to the outdoor electrical box ...