Smart Guide®: Wiring: Step-by-Step Projects

Home wiring made simple! The latest edition in our popular Smart Guide® Series untangles the mystery of electricity and wiring for the home. Easy-to-follow instructions - updated to conform to the latest National Electrical Code -guide homeowners through the basics of home wiring, including how to safely and effectively work with wiring and descriptions of the tools that will make the job easier. Homeowners learn how their home electrical system works, the different types of cables found in the home, and how to make simple electrical connections. Chapters on switches, receptacles, plugs, cords, lamps, ceiling fixtures, thermostats, and outdoor wiring provide information on installing and repairing these electrical components.