Every home inspector has that mental list. You know, the one where they've seen the same dangerous shortcuts so many times ...

An electrical inspection costs $155 on average, though a typical range is $100 to $400. The total inspection cost is determined by the type of inspection, home size, wiring condition and accessibility ...

A home electrical inspection may save your life. Improperly installed wiring can lead to meltdowns, the sparks from which often ignite fires, said Fred Simmermon, a home inspector with HomePro of ...

You might think that with all our modern technology and safety awareness, homes would have safe electrical systems by now.

Electricity is one of those things in your home you probably don’t think about maintaining until something goes wrong. And indeed, with no moving parts, the electrical infrastructure of your home can ...

Daria is a freelance writer and editor based out of Charleston, SC, covering a range of topics including commerce, lifestyle, travel, and digital marketing. Her work has appeared in Southern Living ...

QDEAR BARRY: I recently bought a home from an investor who renovates and then resells old houses. Everything was going well until our main circuit breaker started tripping. An electrician told us that ...

Lauren has six years of experience writing and editing home improvement content. She covered lifestyle, DIY, design and cleaning at The Spruce for five years and contributed home improvement pieces to ...