Most homeowners approach kitchen renovations with dreams of perfect functionality and stunning aesthetics. Yet behind the glossy cabinet fronts and granite countertops lurk code violations that can ...

Syracuse, N.Y. – Sept. 23, 2025 — Legrand®, a global leader in electrical and digital infrastructure, today announced the release of its Kitchen Countertop Outlet, delivering a sleek, safe, and ...

All questions and answers are based on the 2011 NEC. Q. What are the Code rules for using floor receptacles to meet the receptacle wall outlet requirements in a dwelling wall space? A.Floor receptacle ...

All questions and answers are based on the 2017 NEC. Underlined text indicates a change in the rules for the 2017 NEC. Q. What are the Code rules for the installation of countertop and work surface ...

Q: We built our house in 1985 and all of the bathroom outlets are GFCI by being wired that way via its own breaker in the circuit box. But I have two outlets near my kitchen sink that are not GFCI. Do ...

An outlet on the side of a kitchen island - Kristi Blokhin/Shutterstock Whether you finally have the chance to do a complete kitchen renovation or you are just looking for minor upgrades that can make ...

Whether you finally have the chance to do a complete kitchen renovation or you are just looking for minor upgrades that can make it feel sleeker and more modern, it is important to focus on the ...