Have the Right Tools Handy. You don’t need a full tool bag for receptacles and switches, just a 4-in-1 screwdriver, wire strippers, a level and some electrical tape.

This obviously isn't true in every home, but after a quick Google search, I found that it's fairly common.So the next time you move to a new place, do a quick check for upside-down outlets before ...

Labeling the inside of the outlet cover itself is another way to keep track of which outlet is connected to which breaker switch—particularly if a room is split between two breakers.

The Enbrighten Plug-in 2-Outlet Wi-Fi Smart Switch doesn’t offer much in the way of extras; but at a price of a mere $20, it’s reasonably competitive in cost in comparison to other name-brand ...