Before you attempt to fix a faulty light switch, make sure you understand the basics of light switch wiring. Being a smart homeowner means knowing what is going on in your home and how it works, ...

You can add a second light switch anywhere in your house without wiring a new three-way switch thanks to smart home technology. This guide will show you what you need, and how to do this without ...

An electrician shares the top red flags to watch for. A flickering overhead light doesn't necessarily mean your electrical wiring is faulty, but it can be a red flag. Sometimes the flickering simply ...

Q: During a recent dinner date at my house, I thought about how romantic it would be if I could dim the lights. My light switch doesn’t have this feature and I would like to replace it with one that ...

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. is The Verge’s executive editor. He has covered tech, policy, and online creators for over a decade. One of the ...