DIY Electrical Repairs: What You Can and Can’t Do
What You Can and Can’t Do (Legally & Safely) Electrical repairs are divided into safe DIY tasks and off-limit work. Safe DIY tasks: • Replacing a light bulb or fixture, if the wiring is in place • Swapping out outlets and switch covers • Installing plug-in smart devices • Resetting tripped breakers Off-Limit Work: • Wiring or rewiring circuits • Installing or replacing circuit breakers or panels • Running new wires through walls or ceilings