thecircuitdetective.com - Trade Secrets - Troubleshooting Home Electrical Problems

Description: Electrician's uncluttered site solves home electrical problems with thorough info, tips, and diagrams for electrical troubleshooting of breakers, GFCIs, 3-ways, etc

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For diagnosis of home electrical problems, ever wish you had a house wiring diagram, or reliable online advice?... I am Laurence (aka Larry) Dimock, The Circuit Detective , a master electrician in Washington state who concentrated on troubleshooting home electrical problems. I used to offer email and phone advice from here, but now that I've retired, you'll have to rely on this did-it-myself website to fix your problem, as over 13 million have since 2004. They say the site is exceptional. U.S. and Canada on

"I may have a Common problem that might be answered quickly in a FAQs format, or with guidance from a Diagnostic tree ." "I need to understand my electrical system better first"... Then go study the Background page and diagrams. "I know enough about breakers, outlets, and circuits, but I need tips on troubleshooting"... Then go to the Nutshell or full Troubleshooting page for step-by-step help to find the cause of your problem, and check the MENU above. "I have no malfunction, just a question about a wiring

... or if the internet is out, or if I don't keep the site running? Bookmarking won't help in those cases.

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