The humble junction box might not be what you think of when you think of your home's electricity, and you might even wonder what it does. Do you even need one?

Knockouts are the places where an electrical box has been punched through to allow for wiring, so connections for outlets, light fixtures or additional wiring can be made within the box ...

That’s why home owners should look into smart electrical boxes, which function as both a protective safety net for charging EVs, as well as providing oversight to a home’s energy consumption.