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Normal toggle switches don't fit flush in metal electrical box cover

I am trying to replace this old two toggle switch that burnt out in this 4-inch box in my basement: ...

Asked on 11/01/2021

1 answer

Heat Damage to Laminate Counter-top Near Gas Range

While deep cleaning our new home, after closing, my wife and discovered what looks like some heat damage to the counter-top next to the gas range. The house was...

Asked on 11/01/2021

1 answer

How to deal with large 4-gang switch boxes and the need to wire together numerous wires (>4)?

I'm looking to upgrade my light switches to smart switches, which I've been doing mostly successfully around my house. However there are a number of large 4-gang switch boxes and...

Asked on 11/01/2021

2 answer

Cleaning black stains from redwood

I am using redwood 4x4s for the posts on an exterior deck. EVERY 4x4 at the Home Depot is stained with black from the binding straps, etc. See pic. Obviously...

Asked on 11/01/2021

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How do you solve a problem like a mystery switch?

I have a couple of switches in my house that I can’t determine what they do. How do I figure out what they are connected to, or otherwise troubleshoot a...

Asked on 11/01/2021

1 answer

Can I connect my EU 230V 2.8kW appliance to a US 240V 20A receptacle?

The appliance is a pizza oven with Schuko plug [Picture 1], running at 240V 50-60Hz 2.8Kw. The receptacle is a US 240V 20A [Picture 2] to which is currently connected...

Asked on 11/01/2021

2 answer

Wall Receptacle Outlet is getting hot! Help

I can use some help understanding why an outlet receptacle is getting hot, and if its being overloaded or if the wires are possibly compromised now from being overloaded multiple...

Asked on 11/01/2021

4 answer

Thermostat upgrade delivers heat instead of cooling

QUESTIONSThe apartment heatpump delivered cool air (16 degrees delta). The thermostat was changed out with a Radiothermostat CT50. CT50 switch configuration setting include HP (Heatpump) and Electric (see...

Asked on 11/01/2021

1 answer

Dishwasher plug blocking disposal outlet

I'm a beginner, so keep that in mind... My house has the dishwasher and disposal plugged in under the sink, where the bottom outlet is hooked to the disposal switch....

Asked on 11/01/2021

4 answer

Running Service to Outbuilding

We just built a house and wanted to run 400 amp service to the house to keep options open down the road, but I fear my contractor didn't account for...

Asked on 11/01/2021

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