Adding an electrical outlet next to an existing light switch is easy, as long as there is a neutral wire in the box. Step 1: Turn the power supply off to the light switch at the main electrical panel.

Several options are available to make it easy to replace a standard two pole light switch with a combo switch/power outlet for grounded appliances. Adding a much-needed outlet to any room may be as ...

Q: I want to install an additional electrical outlet in my bedroom. On the other side of the wall is another outlet in about the same place as where I want to add the new one. Can I tap into the ...

If you've always wanted a dimmer for a light or lamp but didn't want to install one on the whole wall circuit, Instructables user (and Make author) DIY Hacks and How Tos shows us how to build an ...