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If anyone has any insight on any specific relays I should purchase, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

I would stay away from any sort of relay switching Mains AC. Instead, get an X10 (or whatever is used today) controlled wall socket. Have it installed by an Electrician where you get (and keep) a receipt for that work -- for insurance purposes.

Then get an X10 controller for your Arduino. Now you're not directly involved with house wiring -- which is a good approach to stay out of trouble (insurance, safety, liability).

hth

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