YouTube · DIY Home ElectricalDIY electrical videos from a licensed Prescott electrician
We run a YouTube channel called DIY Home Electrical. Each video walks through a common household electrical job the way we would do it on a service call.
How to wire a 3-way switch
How a 3-way switch works and how to wire one, so a single light runs from two locations.
Fixing an open ground outlet
What an open ground reading on an outlet tester means, how to find the cause, and how to fix it.
Put heat tape on a thermostat instead of running it all winter
A thermostatic controller that powers heat cable only when it is cold enough to need it, shown on an outdoor water tank.
3-way switch vs. smart switch
Controlling a light from two places with a compatible smart switch, without pulling new traveler wires.
How to fix crossed wires on a 3-way switch
What crossed or misplaced travelers look like on a 3-way switch, and how to sort them out.
Essential electrical tools for DIY work
The handful of tools worth owning before you take on electrical work around the house.
Before you pick up a screwdriver
Turn the breaker off and test that the circuit is dead before you touch a wire. Follow the applicable code and the manufacturer's instructions. If a job reaches the panel or the service, or you are unsure at any step, call or text (928) 482-2230 and we will take it from there.
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