Bob meets up with Greg Roulette the electrician who is working on the rough wiring of the house. Greg ran all the circuits back to one central location, the circuit breaker panel. Greg demonstrates how to rough wire the breaker panel, which has ground, neutral and hot wires that are being "made up" in the panel box. They also discuss how wires are sized throughout the house. For example, the kitchen requires 20-ampere circuits, which are 12-gauge wire. The higher the number on the gauge of wire, the thinner the wire is. The discussion moves onto the question of can the homeowner do this themselves? Yes they can! The homeowner must obtain a permit and abide by all codes just as the electrician must do!

Outlets should be checked periodically for wear, cracks or other signs that they should be replaced.

Replacing an outdoor lighting fixture with a motion activated spotlight can conserve energy and increase home security.

Installing a new ceiling light fixture can greatly improve a room's aesthetics and illumination.

Replacing a light fixture with a ceiling fan can bring comfort and energy savings to the home.

Pressure washing—also known as power washing—is a fast, effective way to restore siding, decking, stone and cement surfaces to their natural color and beauty.

You can add character, detail and historic charm to your home with the addition of beadboard wainscoting and a chair rail.

A well-maintained air conditioner will run more efficiently, saving you money on utility bills.

A dimmer can be an energy-efficient alternative to a regular light switch.

Weatherstripping is an easy way to block cold or hot air from entering the home around doors, windows and electrical plates.