Here's what to look for, and how to fix what you find. Working on your own home is empowering, and it saves you money. Even ...

Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

Plugging a bunch of devices into a single outlet is convenient, but is it safe? Here's what you need to know about outlets ...

The most effective tool in electrical safety is knowledge — not only knowledge of the hazards but also knowledge of how to protect ourselves and others from those hazards. Throughout my career, I have ...

The temptation to handle electrical projects yourself has grown stronger as home improvement costs continue to climb. Yet behind every outlet and switch lies a network of power that demands respect ...

Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of professional experience as a writer and editor. She's previously worked at sites like Talking Points Memo, Insider, Delish, Angi and ...