When you consider that the company I work for charges $75.00 just for the first hour which includes travel time to your home, the purchase of a few books or videos containing the information you need seems small in comparison to the labor and parts cost of the contractor.

Anyone can "Do it Yourself" with the right DIY knowledge.

National Electrical Code Handbook 2008
If you’re the one that’s going to do the wiring it is important that the work is done correctly for the safety of you and your family. This is a great book that will help you have a good understanding of the NEC® and is completely updated to cover 2008 provisions.

2008 National Electrical Codebook
New requirements and advanced safety requirements in an effort to maximize the safety of the electrical system in your home or business.

Stallcup's Illustrated Code Changes, 2008 Edition
This is a great book for people who already have a good understanding of the 2005 code, and just need to know the new 2008 changes.

The Complete Guide to Home Wiring (Black and Decker Complete Guides Series)
Complete guide covering all aspects of home wiring. Homeowners will find all the information they need to tackle that challenging wiring project, from complicate electrical projects to hooking up your new DVD player and everything in between.

Wiring Simplified
This is revised and completely updated for the 2008 National Electric Code, this small manual continues its 75-year history of demonstrating how to install safe, convenient, and economical wiring.

Guide to Using the National Electrical Code
This book is designed to provide straightforward, easy-to-understand explanations of how to use and apply the Code.

Residential Remodeling and Repair Professional Reference
This is a great book for the do it yourselfer, it not only covers some wiring aspects but many other aspects of do it yourself home improvement.

Data, Voice, and Video Cabling
This book will help you get your home wired for high tech, wireless networks, hardwired or just a simple telephone it’s all within the pages.

Wiring Home Networks
Connecting it all together, computers, home entertainment systems, electrical and more. There is something to be said for having everything networked together, its not only functional its cool.

Home Security: Alarms, sensors and systems
There is nothing better than a safe home, the feeling of security is one that we all love to have. This book is full of great information that will start you on your way to a secure home.

Electronic Protection and Security Systems: A Handbook for Installers and Users.
This book covers a wide range of home security information that will help you the how to of doing your home security yourself.

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