Residential Wiring Systems & Facilities Related Books and DVDs

2017 NEC & Related Products

2014 National Electrical Code (NEC) & Related Products

NEC Pocket Guide to Residential Electrical Installations, 2017 Ed. -

Confidently install electrical wiring in homes with frequently referenced Code requirements from the 2017 edition NFPA 70®: National Electrical Code®.

People deserve to be safe from electrical hazards everywhere, and protection is especially important in homes. Developed expressly for residential electrical contractors and installers, the 2017 edition NEC® Pocket Guide to Residential Electrical Installations combines frequently accessed requirements for projects in one-, two-, and multiple-family dwellings.

Throughout the Pocket Guide, requirements are listed in the same order they're followed during a typical installation, to help you improve your efficiency and accuracy! - (Softbound, 590 pp., 2017)

Before beginning a residential project make sure you’ve got Ugly’s Residential Wiring in your toolbox!

This quick on-the-job reference has been specifically designed to provide the most commonly required electrical wiring information for residential work in an easy-to-read, easy-to-access format.

The perfect tool for electricians, contractors, designers, instructors, students, and do-it-yourself home owners, Ugly's Residential Wiring saves you time and money by granting you instant access to specific rules, symbols and Code requirements for wiring dwellings to ensure your job stays on task and passes inspection the first time. - more

Detailed photos, diagrams, charts, tables, and calculations are included throughout. This practical, on-the-job resource is a must-have tool for every professional electrician. - more

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Great for everyone from home enthusiasts to professional engineers and technicians, the convenient take-along size is as perfect for professionals working out in the field as it is for hobbyists tinkering in the basement.

Audio/Video Cable Installer’s Pocket Guide packs over 200 illustrations that clarify all the methods, procedures, and tools you need to successfully tackle even the most complex installation job.

Author Stephen Lampen, an industry pro, anticipates and answers your every question on analog and digital audio, analog and digital video, including high definition video cabling; connectors; using Category 5, 5e, and 6 to carry audio and video; installation; and much more.

You'll also learn to understand the difference in amps, volts, and watts, arc-fault circuit interrupters, electricity flow and service panels, just to name a few. You’ll learn how to calculate total watts and determine the right breaker size for the number of fixtures you plan to install. - more

Code Check Electrical (8th ed.) -

This revised edition of Code Check Electrical has been completely updated to the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC), 2014 National Electrical Code (NEC) and 2015 International Residential Code (IRC). Spiral bound with durable, laminated pages, this reliable resource clearly details how to avoid the most common electrical violations while stressing the central safety principles behind the National Electrical Code.

The Eighth edition covers every type of residential electrical system, offering the most up-to-date information on grounding, bonding, service panels, branch circuits, GFCIs and AFCIs, switches, receptacles, and so much more.

Common code violations in building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical are explained with the help of 28 tables and 83 illustrations. - more

Common code violations in building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical are explained with the help of 28 tables and 83 illustrations. - more

It also lists a summary of the top Code changes in clear language so that you can see how the Code has evolved from the last edition. It is ideal for homeowners, inspectors, and builders working anywhere in the country.  - more

Written by nationally known security expert Bill Phillips, The Complete Book of Home, Site, and Office Security is the only book that offers:
Detailed, expert answers on every major security issue, from automobile theft prevention, to closed-circuit TV and video systems, to safes and vaults, to terrorism threats

Written without technical jargon and packed with at-a-glance charts, checklists, and illustrations as well as sample contracts and agreements, this indispensable guide focuses on choosing, installing, and troubleshooting security devices and systems, and offers up practical advice on starting and running a security consulting business.

Step-by-step, illustrated instructions for selecting, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing high-tech security systems and devices along with insider information on locks and other protective equipment. - more

Ideal for both commercial and residential projects, this one-stop resource will help you run any construction job more efficiently and economically. - more

Nothing is more essential in the construction industry than reading blueprints, and this pocket reference is the best of the best!

Covering a multitude of trade industries, the DEWALT® Blueprint Reading Professional Reference gives plumbers, carpenters, roofers, electricians, flooring installers, and others access to all the important information.

Readers will learn how to read and understand blueprints, sections, elevations, schedules, site plans, architectural plans, structural plans, plumbing plans, HVAC & mechanical plans, electrical plans, and more. A comprehensive glossary of terms and abbreviations is also included for those on-the-job situations when a quick refresher is a must! - more

If you’re planning to do residential electrical work, this highly practical, up-to-date reference is a must-have resource. - more

The DEWALT Electrical Professional Reference 2017 Edition has been revised to reflect the regulations and requirements contained in the National Electrical Code® 2017.

With user-friendly charts, diagrams, formulas and tables on many aspects of designing and installing electrical services, this book also includes valuable information on ampacity, motors, controllers, overload protection, raceways, wiring, voltage, lighting and much more.

As the number one pocket reference guide in the industry, this is a must-have for professional building and technical trade contractors, service technicians, maintenance personnel, plant managers, engineers, designers, and architects alike. -  more.

Author Mark N. Shapiro has created this quick reference guide especially for those involved in the construction, inspection, cabling, and testing of Datacom systems.

With its informative do’s and don’ts, helpful tips, symbol explanations, clear illustrations, Code clarifications, tables and diagrams, and extensive glossary all in a color-coded, tabbed format, the Datacom reference guide is relied upon by data communications professionals throughout the country..

Although it is small enough to slip into a shirt pocket, the essential Doctor Watts Datacom reference guide is packed with detailed information. - more

The Dr. Watts 2014 Pocket Electrical Guide is UPDATED to reflect the 2014 National Electrical Code.

Containing the latest NEC tables, formulas, illustrations and detailed examples, this an indispensable reference for anyone working with electricity.

This shirt-pocket guide is loaded with essential information for everyday reference; it’s heavy laminated pages and built-in tabs make it sturdy and durable.

Whether you're moving into a brand new home, buying an existing property, or improving your current residence, you'll find the practical tips and step-by-step projects inside Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Audits will dramatically reduce your energy usage and boost your savings in no time. - more

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Electrical Grounding and Bonding, 5E (2017 NEC) -

Learn the essentials of electrical grounding and bonding. Based upon the 2017 NEC

Completely updated to reflect the 2017 National Electrical Code?, the Fifth Edition of this user-friendly, practical guide features thorough, current coverage of grounding and bonding requirements in both Article 250 and Chapter 5 of the NEC?.

Full of clear explanations, real-world examples, and vibrant, full-color illustrations, this trusted text will help you master and apply key electrical concepts, such as calculating conductor sizes, reading and interpreting NEC tables, using grounded conductor connections in AC systems, managing installations and sizing, and applying "green" practices for energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. - more

 - a user-friendly, practical guide provides a thorough and effective introduction to the essentials of electrical grounding and bonding.

Written in accordance with the 2014 National Electrical Code®, ELECTRICAL GROUNDING AND BONDING, Fourth Edition, features complete, up-to-date coverage of Article 250 requirements.

The text's detailed explanations, real-world examples, and vibrant, full-color illustrations will help you master and apply key electrical concepts such as calculating conductor sizes, reading and interpreting NEC® tables, using grounded conductor connections in DC and AC systems, and applying "green" practices for energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.

Ideal for students in degree programs, apprenticeships, and professional training such as IEC and NJATC courses, this proven guide is a must-have resource for career success. - more

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An introduction to electrical and electronic principles and practices and their uses in residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

This new edition has been reorganized to provide coverage of key electrical concepts at the beginning of the text. Other chapters have been expanded to include greater coverage on personal protective equipment, NFPA 70E, basic first aid, test instruments, printreading, and programmable logic relays.

Expanded content includes the latest information on NFPA 70E® arc blast and arc flash requirements, portable generator sizing, power optimization, utility power factor and peak demand penalty, load shedding, power factor correction, smart grid and smart appliance technology, and wireless speakers. - more
Instructor's Resource Guide Available

Concise text and descriptive illustrations cover the Code and its application to wiring methods and materials, conductors and overcurrent protection devices, branch circuits and feeders, grounding, transformers, services, special locations, calculations, and renewable energy systems. - more

Electrical Systems based on the 2014 NEC is a comprehensive reference and instructional tool for journeyman and master electricians, inspectors, contractors, electrical designers, and others in the electrical trade.

Green Building & Alternative Energy

Featuring the latest industry standards and procedures, longtime market leader ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL, Nineteenth Edition, provides comprehensive, authoritative coverage of the 2017 National Electrical Code® (NEC®), as well as a thorough grounding in Electrical Knowledge and Applications.

Drawing on decades of industry and classroom experience, the authors guide you step-by-step through the critical tasks and responsibilities you can expect as a professional electrician in both new construction and existing homes.

Extremely reader friendly, the text offers detailed explanations without being overly technical, and content clearly relates the NEC to real-world installation processes used by today’s professionals. - more

Delivering the very latest in industry standards and procedures, bestselling ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL, 18e provides comprehensive, authoritative coverage that fully implements the 2014 National Electrical Code®.

The text's signature three-part organization thoroughly covers Code, Electrical Knowledge, and Applications. Extremely reader friendly, it offers detailed--but not overly technical--explanations as it guides you step by step through the critical tasks and responsibilities that face today's professional residential electricians in both new construction and existing homes.

Vivid Illustrations are fully coordinated with the latest NEC® regulations and provide further clarity. In addition, foldout plans at the back of the text give you hands-on practice applying Code requirements. Includes a complete set of residential building plans - more

ELECTRICAL WIRING RESIDENTIAL, 17E, updated to comply with the 2011 National Electrical Code®, is a bestselling book that will help you learn the basics of residential wiring in both new and existing homes.

This book uses a practical approach and comprehensive coverage to guide you step-by-step through the critical tasks and responsibilities that face today's professional residential electricians.

With coverage of energy conservation laws like Title 24, as well as today's important concepts such as ground fault circuit interrupters, smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms, 2011 NEC® requirements for house wiring, and Solar Photovoltaic Systems, you can feel confident you are getting the very latest in industry standards and procedures. Includes a complete set of residential building plans.

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Designed for quick reference at any job site, the Electrician's Troubleshooting and Testing Pocket Guide enables electricians using portable meters to test, maintain, and troubleshoot all types of electrical equipment and systems.

An ideal choice for anyone interested in mastering basic electricity, house wiring, or commercial installations.

ELECTRICITY 1: DEVICES, CIRCUITS AND MATERIALS, Tenth Edition, maintains the user-friendly style and proven instructional approach that are so effective, all while incorporating new material and updates based on the 2011 National Electrical Code®

Designed to help you learn fundamental electrical concepts and explore their practical applications, this trusted text provides a solid foundation in electron theory and movement, direct-current series circuits, parallel circuits, series-parallel circuits, voltage line drops, rotating machinery fundamentals, and ...  more

ELECTRICITY 2: DEVICES, CIRCUITS AND MATERIALS, Tenth Edition, maintains the user-friendly style and proven instructional approach while incorporating new material and updates based on the 2011 National Electrical Code®.

An ideal choice for anyone interested in mastering basic electricity, including AC power, wiring installation, lighting, and effective troubleshooting.

Designed to help you learn fundamental electrical concepts and explore their practical applications, this trusted text provides a thorough introduction to various types of alternating current (AC) circuits, as well as key principles such as power, power factor, power factor correction, inductive reactance, capacitive reactance, and impedance. - more

A comprehensive guide to the entire energy auditing process, from benchmarking and developing energy conservation goals to implementing system changes and verifying the results.

Topics presented in this manual include energy audit types; preplanning; retrofit cost-effectiveness; energy audit reports; common benchmarks; audit safety; residential HVAC system equipment, water heaters, and lighting; commercial and industrial HVAC system equipment and lighting; retrofit modeling; and system recommissioning.

Includes Interactive DVD - more

This hands-on resource also describes the tools you'll need and provides sources for additional information and discount parts. - more

The IRC contains coverage for all components of a house or townhouse, including structural components, fireplaces and chimneys, thermal insulation, mechanical systems, fuel gas systems, plumbing systems and electrical systems. - more

Search easily through the complete text of the 2009 International Residential Code® in PDF format using Adobe® Reader® version 8.0 or later. View all of the text, illustrations, figures, equations, tables and margin rulings. 

• Copy and paste text, figures, and tables
• Use the "Update" feature to keep your code current and receive updates of subsequent printings
• Mac and Windows® compatible.

The Single Seat version allows for installation on one computer and a backup installation.

Bonus material included! Helpful resources such as: excerpts from code references, historical background on code changes, informative articles from ICC's Building Safety Journal, Internet links to many useful tools, and much more

Making Everyday Electronics Work: A Do-It-Yourself Guide -

UNDERSTAND, MAINTAIN, AND IMPROVE THE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS IN YOUR HOME AND AUTO

Making Everyday Electronics Work: A Do-It-Yourself Guide explains how electricity works and shows you how to take care of the electronics and electrical systems around your house.

Save time and money by doing your own electrical diagnostics with help from this practical resource! Learn how to measure electrical current strength, test for electromagnetic interference, and trace failures in circuits.

Save power and even replace your current power source with alternative forms of energy. And don't let a tangle of cables and an alphabet-soup of electronics terms keep you from installing a new entertainment system. You'll learn all the practical information you need to know in this easy-to-understand book! - more

There's no way you can memorize everything in the National Electrical Code. But if you understand why and what is intended, you will be better prepared to remember the details you need for every day use.

Mastering the NEC DVDs are designed to help electricians, designers, supervisors, contractors and maintenance personnel understand the NEC. Or use to train and re-train electrical staff.

Each volume runs from 75 to 95 min. each and are packed with updated information that affect your daily work. - more

Narrated by Scott Forde  •  Written by Mark Ode

The 2014 NEC Important Changes DVD has been modified and updated with the National Electrical Code requirements that have changed.

Get the inside scoop on working with the new 2014 NEC code changes.

Approximately 100 minutes - more

The 2011 NEC Important Changes DVD is revised and updated to explain the National Electrical Code requirements that have changed to give electricians the inside track on working with the new NEC codes.

The 2011 Important Changes DVD uses everyday language allowing electricians the opportunity to determine how the new NEC codes will affect their work.

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NFPA 73: Standard for Electrical Inspections for Existing Dwellings, 2016 Ed.

Identify electrical fire and shock risks and keep existing homes up-to-code with the 2016 edition of NFPA 73.

Developed by NFPA®, the NEC® source, for the home inspection community along with apartment complex managers and homeowners, NFPA 73: Standard for Electrical Inspections for Existing Dwellings has the latest provisions home inspectors need for verifying the safety of electrical systems in one- and two-family homes, multi-family dwellings with three or more units, mobile homes, and manufactured homes.

Determine compliance objectives based on the NFPA 70®: National Electrical Code® (NEC).

The 2016 NFPA 73 helps users identify AFCI and GFCI protection requirements by NEC edition. Updated, user-friendlier Annex tables show when and where AFCI and GFCI protection were required, so it's easy to look up provisions based on the year the dwelling was built. - more

NFPA 73: Standard for Electrical Inspections for Existing Dwellings, 2011 Ed.

Reduce electrical hazards and keep dwellings up-to-code with the 2011 NFPA 73!

Re-titled to facilitate use in the home inspection community, the 2011 edition of NFPA 73: Standard for Electrical Inspections for Existing Dwellings has the latest provisions home inspectors need for verifying the safety of electrical systems in one- and two-family homes, multi-family dwellings with three or more units, mobile homes, and manufactured homes.

The 2011 NFPA 73 makes it easy to identify where AFCI and GFCI protection is required by your state or jurisdiction. A new Annex table shows when requirements for AFCI and GFCI were added to the National Electrical Code® (NEC®) by edition.

The 2011 NFPA 73 calls out areas that require investigation, examination, or inspection, including coverage of incorrect conductor insulation temperature for wiring of luminaries, and inappropriately used conductors or cables.

NFPA 73: Electrical Inspection Code for Existing Dwellings helps safety officials identify potential hazards in existing electrical systems in:

• One- and two-family homes
• Multi-family dwellings with three or more units
• Mobile homes
• Manufactured homes

Protect against fire and shock hazards more efficiently!

Make sure you're working with the latest facts...inspect electrical systems in existing dwellings more efficiently with the latest NFPA 73!

The Latest Information on Repairing and Replacing Old Wiring

Fully revised and updated for the 2008 National Electrical Code (NEC), this one-of-a-kind guide provides the information you need to work with electrical wiring in old houses, apartment buildings, historic residences, and commercial structures.

Old Electrical Wiring, second edition helps you to determine whether electrical systems should be torn out and replaced or retrofitted in order to bring an older building up to Code.

Filled with on-the-job photos and illustrations, this practical handbook covers safety, problem-solving, inspecting, and repairing outdated, dangerous, and illegal systems. - more

One and Two Family Dwelling Electrical Systems, 9E

International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)

Now in its ninth edition, this book explains the design, installation and inspection of electrical systems in new and existing one- and two-family dwellings.

The text covers the subject in detail and meticulously updates the material as it pertains to the 2014 National Electrical Code and the 2015 International Residential Code  - more

International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)

Now in its eighth edition, this book explains the design, installation and inspection of electrical systems in new and existing one- and two-family dwellings. This eighth edition covers the subject in detail and provides information relative to application of not only the 2011 NEC, but also Part VIII of the 2012 International Residential Code.

International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)

One- and Two-Family Dwelling Electrical Systems has been developed for those involved in design, installation, or inspection of electrical systems in new and existing dwellings.

Ready references to both the National Electrical Code (2008) and International Residential Code (2009) and to products in the UL White Book are included for your convenience.

Illustrations and detailed examples provide background information, and tables and photos present visual confirmation of the text.

Electrical Inspection Certification Program - International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)

The IAEI - 1- & 2-Family Dwelling Study Guide, 2017 is designed for busy people who are working and studying at the same time. It not only gives you basic answers, but it also teaches you the steps to solve the problems, and how to navigate the National Electrical Code to find the answers quickly and efficiently.

So what are you waiting for? With study and focus, you could be ready for the next exam - be it state or certification.

For over thirty years, the IAEI study guides have strived to be the most comprehensive available to prepare you for certification success in 1- and 2-Family Dwelling Electrical Systems, Electrical General, and Electrical Plan Review, or any master electrician or journeyman electrician exams. - more

International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)

Photovoltaic power systems are being installed throughout the U.S. The power output from PV systems ranges from a few hundred watts to many megawatts. Most of the systems are not operated or owned by any electric utility and therefore come under the requirements of the National Electrical Code.

This book reviews PV systems, explains how each part interacts with the other parts and reviews the Code requirements.

PV installers who pursue additional PV-specific and electrical training and work closely with the local permitting and inspecting authorities perform the best, most code-compliant installations. - more

Common scenarios and procedures are discussed throughout. Specified electrical requirements are in accordance with the National Electrical Code^®.  - more

Printreading Based on the 2017 NEC? provides a thorough foundation for understanding drawings and concepts related to electrical printreading.

It includes important changes that appear in the 2017 National Electrical Code? as they pertain to one-family dwellings, multifamily dwellings, commercial locations, industrial locations, special equipment, and hazardous locations.

Electrical plans are used in conjunction with NEC? requirements to familiarize the learner with standards that promote best practices. This informative and full color textbook serves as both an instructional tool and a valuable technical reference for professionals in the field. - more

Printreading has been completely updated to reflect changes in the 2014 NEC^® and maintain its status as an industry standard by incorporating fundamental printreading skills and relevant NEC^® topics.

Different types of prints used in industry are represented throughout the textbook, including plot plans, floor plans, and elevations. Prints are also used in conjunction with code requirements to determine dwelling load calculations.

This textbook serves as both an instructional tool and a valuable technical reference for professionals in the field. - more

Completely updated to reflect changes in the 2011 NEC®, this text maintains its status as the industry standard by incorporating printreading skills and relevant NEC® topics.

Large illustrations organize and simplify complex topics for easy learning. Numerous trade competency tests and two final exams are included.

A comprehensive glossary contains definitions of common electrical and printreading terms.

This text serves as both an instructional tool and a valuable reference for professionals in the field. - more

Printreading for Installing and Troubleshooting Electrical Systems, 2E -

The textbook contains 15 chapters and includes nearly 200 electrical prints along with examples to reinforce key concepts. Review questions, examples, activities, and trade competency tests are included to assess learner comprehension, while providing examples of real-world printreading tasks. - more

Includes 2 Sets of Prints!

Printreading for Residential Construction, 6E presents printreading fundamentals and provides printreading activities related to residential construction.

Topics presented include sketching, computer-aided design (CAD), trade math symbols and abbreviations, plot plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, and details.

This new edition provides information on revised building codes, LEED for Homes, green building practices, advanced house framing techniques, insulation, and the whole-house systems approach. - more

Printreading for Residential and Light Commercial Construction, 6E -

This edition includes information on a newly constructed 19,000 sq ft multistory veterinary center. Also included is updated coverage on building codes, the CSI MasterFormat™, LEED^® certification, and green building technology, which complements the prints. - more

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Using step-by-step photos as often as possible to convey important tasks, this book will train the residential facilities handyman in all the responsibilities of the job!

Safety for each task is addressed, as well as important employability skills for success on the job.

Completely up to date with the 2017 edition of the National Electrical Code®,

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY: HOUSE WIRING, Fifth Edition, delivers a proven approach to learning the latest and best practices in residential electrical wiring.

This vividly illustrated, full-color text is based on the Home Builders Institute (HBI) National Skill Standards relevant to achieving a first job as a residential electrician.

It provides in-depth coverage of key topics such as safety, hardware and materials, tools, meters, print reading, and common residential wiring practices, providing a wide-ranging, highly practical introduction to today’s industry. - more

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY: HVAC, 2ND EDITION covers the installation, startup and service of residential air conditioning and heating systems with a hands-on approach.

Based on NAHB/ Home Builders Institute's Skills Standards for HVAC, this edition present material as a theory, then offers how-to instructions with step-by-step procedures and illustrations.

Students explore matter, energy, heat and the basics of refrigeration for a working knowledge of the behavior of heat and how it is transferred.

A start-up and service section illustrates steps to ensure proper airflow and refrigerant in a system. Coverage also addresses oil, gas, electric and geothermal heating systems as well as boilers, hydronic heating and radiant heating. - more

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Residential Printreading covers common residential construction materials and techniques and relates this information to various residential prints using a fundamental approach.

Print reading and construction practices are presented in the sequence that occurs on an actual job site - from property layout and excavation through finish installation.

Five sets of plans included in the Prints Folder provide authentic printreading experiences. The prints include drawings and related construction documents for a contemporary one-story house, a two-story tract house, a one-story ranch house, a large colonial house, and a contemporary multistory house. - more

A Practical Guide Based on the 2008 National Electrical Code®

The third edition of Residential Wiring is a practical introduction to the general wiring principles, methods, installations, calculations, and service equipment used in 90% of dwellings.

Covering actual construction practices for installing electrical systems in one- and two-family dwellings, the text combines in-depth instruction of 2008 NEC rules with detailed, hands-on information about residential wiring practices and full color illustrations to make this an accessible and reader-friendly textbook. - more

Residential Wiring and Smart Home Technology focuses on the principles, installation, and operation of wired and wireless residential electrical and electronic systems.

This edition provides expanded material on utility power generation and distribution, electrical safety, and NEC® guidelines.

New topics include smart home infrastructure, security and fire alarm systems, and energy management applications supported by the smart grid.

A lifestyle applications chapter covers improvements to convenience and comfort provided by smart home technology. - more

Includes a CD-ROM with an interactive study center that helps you retain what you've learned, and study for the electrician's exam. - more

Step-by-step reference guide to help you understand everyday home electrical wiring projects

Common codes which pertain to these projects are referenced and, of course, Dr. Watts will assist you throughout with helpful advice and tips.

Safety first! Remember, electricity is dangerous and potentially lethal.  - more

Featuring step-by-step instructions and useful photos and illustrations, this hands-on guide is filled with solar energy solutions you can put to use right away.

Solar Power for Your Home shows you how to set up a variety of simple, money-saving solar projects quickly and easily, such as a solar water heater, a solar pool pump, solar lighting, a solar oven--and even a solar-powered lawn mower!

Learn all about the different types of solar technologies, including passive solar and photovoltaic, and determine which best suits your projects.

You'll get details on assessing current energy use in your home, estimating the costs of solar installations, and calculating your overall savings. - more

Filled with case studies and illustrations, this state-of-the-art design tool covers new solar technologies…design implementation techniques…energy conservation…the economics of solar power systems…passive solar heating power…and more

This comprehensive new text provides an overview of the latest information on the safe, efficient, and practical use of electrical test instruments.

Test Instruments provides an overview of typical electrical test instruments used for installation tests, process equipment operation, quality control, and troubleshooting activities.

Common electrical measurements are presented with an overview of measurement principles and procedures.- more

Step-by-step applications show how to troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems. Activities provide hands-on experience in solving troubleshooting problems.

This third edition includes new and expanded coverage in the following areas: Alternative Energy Solutions, NFPA 70E® requirements, and Motor Nameplate Interpretation.

Each textbook includes a CD-ROM designed for self-study. It includes interactive Quick Quizzes® for each chapter, an Illustrated Glossary, and Reference Material.

Textbook, Workbook and Answer Keys available: - more

This invaluable resource also includes information for those seeking licensing and certification, as well as different measures that should be taken to ensure that a UL or other agency listing is not voided. - more

Troubleshooting and Repairing Major Appliances, Third Edition provides easy-to follow procedures for using test meters, replacing parts, reading circuit diagrams, interpreting fault and error codes, and diagnosing problems. more...

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Uglys Electrical Reference Book (2017) -

A 'must-have' Electrical Reference for anyone that does Electrical Work - keep one in the Office and one on the Truck!

Electrical Formulas, Conversion Tables, Symbols, Charts, Wiring Diagrams, Conduit Bending and more. All in an easy to read format.

Ugly's Electrical References book is a popular pocket-sized book used by electricians, engineers, contractors, designers, maintenance workers, instructors, and the military.

It is a code-filled reference based on the 2017 NEC - more

Before beginning a residential project make sure you’ve got Ugly’s Residential Wiring in your toolbox!

This quick on-the-job reference has been specifically designed to provide the most commonly required electrical wiring information for residential work in an easy-to-read, easy-to-access format.

The perfect tool for electricians, contractors, designers, instructors, students, and do-it-yourself home owners, Ugly's Residential Wiring saves you time and money by granting you instant access to specific rules, symbols and Code requirements for wiring dwellings to ensure your job stays on task and passes inspection the first time. - more

You also see how to install main service panels, sub panels, ensure that a house is properly grounded, install receptacles, GFCI’s, switches, and fixtures for lighting, smoke detectors, track lighting, outdoor lighting, and recessed lighting; how to wire for appliances; how to protect against lightning and surge protection, and how to set up and wire stand-by generators. - more

 
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