Replacing a light fixture looks like the definition of “minor work,” which is why so many homeowners assume permits are ...

Changing a light fixture can be as simple as swapping out the unit, but it often includes more tasks that can be time-consuming or potentially hazardous. If a homeowner is working on an older home ...

A new light fixture can brighten up a room — and in some cases, it’s possible to replace an old light on your own. Chad Foor is a master electrician and the owner of Foor Home Services LLC, an ...

Before you attempt to fix a faulty light switch, make sure you understand the basics of light switch wiring.

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

A couple installing a light fixture - Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images The light fixtures we choose do so much more than simply illuminate our homes. They also play an important role in adding to (or ...

Most homes are full of lighting that looks good but works the same way it did decades ago. Flip a switch, light turns on.