When you're going to tackle your own electrical projects, make sure that you have all the right products and enough of them!
Tools Needed - Wire cutters, strippers, stapler, and screwdrivers
Cable - Purchase enough cable to reach your circuit and allow at the least 10% extra to accommodate any bends. Also, check to see if the cable will be able to handle the amperage that you will be using it for. Although low resistance wire is more costly, it will save money in the long run by reducing power loss or blown fuses and will increase safety.
Boxes - Remember that you will need a box for every break in the cable, which includes outlets, fixtures and splices.
Wire Connectors - Purchase at least two wire connectors for every cable slice that you plan to make. Most light fixtures come pre-wired and will have to be sliced on the circuit cable. However, sockets and switches do not require connectors because they can be mounted directly on the cable.
Insulated Staples - Use these staples to mount the cable to the studs. Make sure that you have the right size for the cable you are using.
Insulated Tape - Necessary for wrapping splices or taping any electrical wires.
Wall Plates - Make sure that you have the right number and configuration to match the fixtures installed.
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