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23
Why do electricians prefer not to use the push-in connections on receptacles?
Nov 28 '14 at 2:32
22
What tool is a solid metal cube with dimples or half spheres on every side?
Jul 20 '14 at 17:56
19
How to prevent batteries leaking out in devices?
Apr 21 '13 at 22:07
18
Is it dangerous to run electrical cords through heating vents?
Dec 10 '12 at 5:30
16
What is the pointed end of a spud or construction adjustable wrench used for?
Oct 10 '12 at 5:52
15
Which side of a two-wire cable should be used for “hot”?
Jul 10 '13 at 5:13
15
Is a high electric bill for a pump house caused by a well pump running constantly?
May 23 '13 at 2:30
13
Why aren't there more PVC gutters in the U.S.?
Mar 8 '13 at 2:59
12
How can I fix a stripped hole in an aluminum piece?
Sep 2 '12 at 15:45
12
What's the difference between three phase 240 V and standard household 240 V?
May 18 '14 at 3:17
12
How do I wire this motor with 240V?
May 14 '13 at 4:47
10
Should the water heater be shut down if the water main has to be turned off?
Jan 8 '14 at 2:47
10
Is it bad that my cordless drill is smoking?
Feb 4 '13 at 4:48
9
How can I identify the conductors in an appliance cord with only the green wire colored?
May 11 '14 at 21:27
9
Does Pex tubing have any advantages over copper?
Jan 2 '13 at 7:01
9
AC/DC adapters making strange buzzing crackling noise in all house, what causes it?
Dec 19 '12 at 15:39
9
Should a kitchen sink S-trap be replaced?
Nov 13 '12 at 7:18
9
How do I remove floorboard nails from joists?
Aug 18 '12 at 22:47
8
Can I upgrade existing T12 fluorescent fixtures to T8 just by replacing the ballast and bulbs?
Jun 14 '14 at 2:28
8
Why is plywood with tongue and groove preferred for flooring?
Sep 6 '14 at 1:31
8
What is the silicone-like coating on CREE LED light bulbs?
Oct 21 '13 at 21:58
8
Why am I getting strange results when using a power meter to measure CFLs?
Oct 10 '13 at 3:37
8
How do I optimally cut a bolt to length?
Sep 3 '13 at 14:31
8
How do I repair a warped sliding glass door track?
Aug 18 '13 at 16:04
8
Why am I only getting 92V at receptacles?
Mar 23 '13 at 6:25
8
Can I use a rotary tool to sharpen knives and other blades?
Jan 6 '13 at 3:21
8
Do outlets in damp locations require GFCI protection?
Aug 13 '12 at 6:42
7
What is this thing inline with my dryer vent?
Aug 1 '15 at 19:54
7
Is it safe to wire regular receptacles to the end of an extension cord?
Jul 16 '13 at 1:53
7
Can I use brake fluid or steering fluid to stop a fan from squeaking?
Apr 1 '13 at 15:36
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