Top 100 Electrical Projects

1. 76. Motion-Activated Lights (02:45)

   

   Learn how to install motion-sensor lights to the exterior of your home.

2. 77. Design Outlet Covers (02:31)

   

   Snazz up your outlets and light switches with your own decorative covers.

3. 78. Hanging Drywall (00:00:56)

   

   You can save hundreds or thousands of dollars by hanging drywall yourself.

4. 79. Tying In With an Addition (00:03:49)

   

   Marc helps a family remodel their kitchen to tie in with an addition.

5. 80. Stud and Electrical Sensors (04:50)

   

   Take the guess work out of locating wall studs and electrical wires.

6. 81. Switchplate & Outlet Covers (00:48)

   

   Coordinate switchplates and electrical outlets to any color you want.

7. 82. Electrical Safety Tips

   DIY Network host Jeff Wilson offers electrical system safety tips.

8. 83. How to Replace an Outlet

   

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   These step-by-step instructions demonstrate how to easily replace an electrical outlet.

   Time:

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   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

9. 84. Bathroom Electrical Tips

   DIY Network shares tips to keep in mind when you're dealing with wiring in a bathroom.

10. 85. Wire and Metal Cutting Tools

    DIY Network shares which tools can be used to cut through wire and metal materials.

11. 86. Safe Splicing (04:01)

    

    Helpful tips for making safe electrical wire connections in your home.

12. 87. Changing a Light Switch

    

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    Replacing or upgrading a light switch is a simple and inexpensive DIY project.

    Time:

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    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

13. 88. How to Reroute Electricity in a Bathroom

    

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    Proper lighting is especially important in a bathroom, and in some older baths, light fixtures might need to be relocated. Learn how to...

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $50 - $100

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

14. 89. Add an Electrical Switch

    

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    Install a second switch in an existing switch box.

    Time:

    2 hours

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

15. 90. Digital Circuit Breaker Finder (01:17)

    

    Trace circuits at the breaker box to make sure your wiring is good.