AllTradesJournal

Electrical Fires

3 articles

A family safely using kitchen appliances in a modern home, with the 2026 NEC codebook subtly represented, highlighting updated electrical safety standards.
Safety

What are the 2026 residential electrical safety practices and code requirements?

In 2021, residential electrical fires caused 295 deaths, 900 injuries, and over $1.

Ben Foster·August 8, 2026
A homeowner meticulously working on residential electrical wiring in a workshop, emphasizing safety and the complexity of DIY electrical projects.
How-To

Residential electrical wiring guide for DIYers

Annually, roughly 51,000 electrical fires ignite in US homes, claiming 500 lives and injuring 1,400, according to electrical home fire injuries analysis .

Scott Ramirez·July 7, 2026
Homeowner inspecting electrical panel with a visible spark from a wire, illustrating the importance of electrical wiring safety fundamentals.
Safety

What Are Electrical Wiring Safety Fundamentals for Homeowners?

Home electrical fires account for an estimated 51,000 incidents each year, resulting in nearly 500 deaths, more than 1,400 injuries, and $1.

Ben Foster·April 16, 2026