Ah, electricity! You don’t pay much attention to it unless it starts acting up. Most electric outlets work hard behind the scenes, illuminating your home, keeping you warm/cool, and powering all those appliances that are vital to your daily life.
However, electricity can also be a potential source of destruction. DIYing your next electrical project might sound great on paper, but it does come with a few caveats. Wiring mistakes are all too common, and, left uncorrected, have the potential to cause short circuits, shocks, and full-blown fires. The latest ‘Fire Loss in the U.S.’ report records the largest number of home fire deaths in 2021, reaching a 14-year high since 2007.
So, what do you do?