Black Wires First on the electrical wire color code is black. “Black wires are most used as ‘hot’ wires in residential systems,” says master electrician Allyson Saling with Frontdoor home services app ...

(“Arcing”—which can ignite nearby flammable substances—occurs when electrical energy jumps across a gap between conductors; ...

Installing a hard wired smoke detector is an essential safety measure for any home. It provides peace of mind and could be a ...