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Distribution and use of electricity throughout the home. Electrical standards vary greatly worldwide, so you need to provide your location in your question or profile to ensure you get answers that are relevant to you. Posting photographs of wiring junctions or drawing a wiring diagram and posting it is also highly recommended.

When to use this tag

Use this tag on any question that's related to the electrical system in your home.

You should make it clear in your question where you are located. This is because different countries have very different codes and standards, so doing this will help the people who are answering it to give you information that is relevant to your situation. We have country tags you can add.

Related tags

  • for questions about the (typically low-voltage wiring) used for data, audio and video communications;
  • , , for lighting related questions;
  • for questions about installing, testing or replacing electrical outlets.
  • for questions about installing, testing or replacing electrical switches.
  • planning and installing all types of electrical wiring.

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