Unlike traditional outlets, recessed outlets have a plate that is set deeper into the wall or floor, so that when it’s in use, the plugs aren’t protruding and wasting space. Here's what you ...

A lot of older homes still have old-school two-prong outlets. It's a good idea to upgrade them—and you can do it yourself.

If this results in a sunken receptacle that shows gaps between the wall plate and outlets, you can try spacers, and there are several types available. The simplest are C-shaped plastic bits that ...

Installing a new electrical outlet in a finished wall can seem like a big task due to the potential for drywall damage, but there's one great hack you can use.