Syracuse, N.Y. – Sept. 23, 2025 — Legrand®, a global leader in electrical and digital infrastructure, today announced the release of its Kitchen Countertop Outlet, delivering a sleek, safe, and ...

An outlet on the side of a kitchen island - Kristi Blokhin/Shutterstock Whether you finally have the chance to do a complete kitchen renovation or you are just looking for minor upgrades that can make ...

A horizontal outlet on a wooden wall with a black cord plugged in - Mint Images/Getty Images If you walk around your home, you will probably see a variety of outlets. In fact, there are a whopping 10 ...

Is your home up to code? The truth is, many homeowners aren't familiar with updated building codes, which can prove hazardous. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) issues an updated ...

Up through the 2017 edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC), there were requirements for “at least one receptacle outlet” for any island or peninsular counter larger than the prescribed minimum ...

All questions and answers are based on the 2011 NEC. Q. What are the Code rules for using floor receptacles to meet the receptacle wall outlet requirements in a dwelling wall space? A.Floor receptacle ...