Publisher's Synopsis
Those DIY indicates on tv make electrical repairs and upgrades seem pretty easy. While electrical work is properly within the potential of the average homeowner, it is necessary to do it right. Taking shortcuts should result in electrocution, brief circuits, and even fires. In fact, according to the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, 67,800 house fires are caused by electrical problems every year.
Here's a look at several common mistakes that homeowners make and how to avoid them.
