{"product_id":"wiring-a-homeowners-guide","title":"Wiring: A Homeowner's Guide","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003e1. Being Safe and Understanding Your System\u003cbr\u003e2. Tools and Techniques for Basic Replacements and Repairs\u003cbr\u003e3. Installing Lights and Fans\u003cbr\u003e4. Switches and Receptacles\u003cbr\u003e5. Repairs\u003cbr\u003e6. Planning for New Electrical Service\u003cbr\u003e7. Installing Boxes and Running Cable\u003cbr\u003e8. Wiring for New Receptables and Fixtures\u003cbr\u003e9. Fans and Heaters\u003cbr\u003e10. Cable, Data, and Smart Home Wiring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDescription for Sales People\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget audience. We are targeting entry-level DIYers who have some knowledge of home maintenance and repair but who might be intimidated by the more pro-level information in competitive titles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad appeal. Wiring and electrical repairs are popular home DIY projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSteve Cory\u003c\/b\u003e is an acclaimed builder, remodeler, and highly successful Do-It-Yourself (DIY) author who specializes in comprehensive home improvement guides. With extensive professional experience as a builder and remodeler, Cory focuses on providing practical, reliable, and step-by-step instruction to empower homeowners and enthusiasts to tackle complex projects with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStop paying exorbitant fees for simple electrical fixes. This is the essential, comprehensive resource that empowers you to safely and confidently tackle common household electrical projects, repairs, and installations.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectrical work is essential to home maintenance, yet often feels inaccessible to the average homeowner. \u003ci\u003eWiring: A Homeowner's Guide\u003c\/i\u003e demystifies complex wiring principles, ensuring your work is always safe, efficient, and up to current National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten specifically for the DIY enthusiast, this guide moves step-by-step, starting with the basics of how your home's electrical system works and how to safely navigate the service panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll gain hands-on knowledge of: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSimple Repairs \u0026amp; Replacements: \u003c\/b\u003e Safely replacing outlets, switches, light fixtures, and installing dimmer controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNew Circuits \u0026amp; Protection: \u003c\/b\u003e Adding new circuits, running new cable, and installing GFCIs and AFCIs for maximum protection in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSystem Upgrades: \u003c\/b\u003e Understanding how to replace old fuses with modern circuit breakers, upgrading main service panels, and handling high-demand appliance circuits (e.g., dryers, stoves).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModern Wiring: \u003c\/b\u003e Guidance on integrating specialized low-voltage lighting systems, running cable for data\/AV, and setting up smart home controls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith hundreds of clear diagrams and photos, this book provides the confidence needed to handle everything from basic troubleshooting to significant upgrades. Learn the fundamental rules of safety, understand essential tools, and ensure every wire you touch is connected correctly and legally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake charge of your home maintenance and confidently manage your electrical system with this clear guide from Steve Cory, the acclaimed builder, remodeler, and DIY expert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eCory, Steve\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve Cory is a freelance writer and photographer who specializes in detailed how-to projects. He has written extensively for Lowe's, STANLEY, Creative Homeowner, The Home Depot, and others. Cory is also the author of \u003cem\u003eTrim: A Homeowners Guide\u003c\/em\u003e (Taunton Press, 2015), \u003cem\u003ePlumbing: A Homeowner's Guide\u003c\/em\u003e (Taunton, 2016), and \u003cem\u003eBuilding Kitchen Cabinets and Bathroom Vanities\u003c\/em\u003e (Taunton Press, 2015).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Cory, Steve\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Taunton Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePub Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2019-09-10\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC:\u003c\/b\u003e House \u0026amp; Home \/ Do-It-Yourself \/ Electrical|House \u0026amp; Home \/ Remodeling \u0026amp; Renovation \/ General|House \u0026amp; Home \/ Maintenance \u0026amp; Repair\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubjects:\u003c\/b\u003e Electric wiring, Interior|Maintenance and repair|Dwellings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.95 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781641550031\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eASIN:\u003c\/b\u003e -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e SP-9781641550031\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taunton Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52868336877849,"sku":"SP-9781641550031","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/0380\/5209\/files\/9781641550031_spiral.png?v=1784622638","url":"https:\/\/westbindery.com\/products\/wiring-a-homeowners-guide","provider":"West Bindery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}