Ask an electrician which way a receptacle, aka outlet, should be installed: “Ground up or down?” Typically, the answer is ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

In your home’s electrical system ... Grab a friend, a radio or a receptacle tester. Position a friend in the room with the tester, or plug in the radio and turn it up. Start flipping breakers ...