Wall outlets might not steal the spotlight when it comes to smart home upgrades, but they're more important (and more advanced) than ever. As our homes fill up with devices, from phones and tablets to ...

One of the often-ignored pieces of modern technology is powered receptacles (outlets), which are used daily to run a variety of devices and appliances. Electrical plug types come in a wide range of ...

Are you building, renovating, or upgrading a house or a condo … or planning to someday? Don't forget the electric outlets and switches. These are small details, but they will contribute a great deal ...

How Reliable Electrical Upgrades Protect Modern Homes Buckeye, United States - January 9, 2026 / Oliver Electric / ...

Workplace safety relies on more than good policies and proper training. It depends heavily on the condition and reliability ...

Wall sockets in your home come in all shapes and forms. Some electrical outlets have a T-shaped hole to indicate that they're rated at 20A, while others feature USB ports to make charging your ...

Last month in Code Basics, “Commercial Loads — Part 1,” on page 24 of the January issue, we discussed when it’s okay to apply demand factors when calculating ...

The majority of electrical outlets in your home look more or less the same: two outlets, three holes in slightly different shapes to insert up to three prongs and deliver electricity. Some outlets ...