Q: I want to install an additional electrical outlet in my bedroom. On the other side of the wall is another outlet in about the same place as where I want to add the new one. Can I tap into the ...

Fasten the pigtail wires to the outlet, then join the wires with wire connectors. The bare copper goes to the ground screw ...

Adding an outlet to any room may be as simple as replacing an existing wall switch with a combination switch/outlet. This can be done if the switch to be replaced is wired with the power source coming ...

Learn how to add an outlet above or below an existing one without the need for mudding, taping, or painting. This video demonstrates how to run electricity from an existing outlet to a new location ...

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