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Here's a thought. In areas where I can't avoid running CAT and Coax near AC lines, is there value is running a short length of conduit? In one case I thought a 4-5' length of EMT conduit would help me get through a "busier" AC area. In another, some of my cabling needs to run near the electrical...

Hi: I am going to prewire for some blinds and called Hunter-Douglas and Somfy and both call for 16/2 cable. For some reason, I'm finding some in wall 16/2 speaker wire (by Omega) cheaper than the equivalent sized lamp cord. This surprised me, but perhaps it is a bulk thing. The point is, just...

Hi: I've been looking into motorized shades for my pre-wire next week. My intention was to follow the general advice of the Wiring 102 guide and run one 18/2 stranded for power and one 22/4 solid for possible control, but I thought I'd do a bit of checking nevertheless. I managed to check out...

Hi: I've been doing some reading and planning on what I will be putting into our new house (just starting construction). The "Wiring your New House 101" guide is pure gold!! I've been wondering which brands of cable to use and haven't been feeling confident in selecting a particular brand over...