There’s really no problem in replacing an existing light fixture with a ceiling fan in terms of the electrical needs. But what you really have to be careful of is to make sure the electrical box that ...

Let’s face it: Many homes today feature inadequate, poorly positioned, and sometimes plain-old ugly light fixtures. But you don't have to live with anything you don't love, especially when so many ...

Sometimes homeowners prefer to replace a standard light fixture with multiple recessed lights throughout the ceiling, which increases the cost for labor and materials. Chandeliers, pendant lights, and ...

Juan has been a home inspector for 10 years and runs a successful home inspection company in Richmond, VA. He loves inspecting homes, but his real passion is educating home owners and newer inspectors ...

Replacing a light fixture looks like the definition of “minor work,” which is why so many homeowners assume permits are ...

If you’re considering updating the lighting in your home to a more cost-effective and energy-efficient option, you might be wondering what to look for in a new ceiling light. While the market is ...

Before you attempt to fix a faulty light switch, make sure you understand the basics of light switch wiring.

After an evening of entertaining and before the empty wine bottles are put out for recycling, consider this daring reuse option: Make a light fixture from one or two of those bottles. Yep, I've got ...