This well illustrated book offers instructions on how to tackle a number of home electrical projects. Whether you'd like to replace light fixtures, wall receptacles or switches, install a ceiling fan, or run a new electrical line, this step-by-step guide will show you how to do so safely and without a lot of fuss.

A wide range of other projects focus on outdoor wiring, wall and baseboard heaters, tankless water heaters, home entertainment centers, and communications systems (running data cable, coaxial cable, etc.).

If you need to rewire a lamp, repair a door chime, or are interested in backup generators, or want to know about wind and solar solutions, you'll find these topics are also addressed by the authors.

More general chapters explain what to do when the lights go out, how to avoid overloads, and how to shut off and restore power. Do-it-yourselfers should also make sure they read a very short but important section on when and how to hire a pro. Although many electrical jobs can be handled with the aid of this book, there are other occasions when it is smarter and safer to call in a knowledgeable electrician.