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  1. Aluminum (?) to copper SEC splice

    Started by Ross Neag, 05-11-2009 06:33 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
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    Vern Heiler
    05-11-2009, 08:03 PM Go to last post

  2. Water heater tied to plug-in 220 outlet

    Started by Gene South, 05-11-2009 05:41 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,457
    Gene South
    05-11-2009, 06:20 PM Go to last post

  3. Panel Shut Off Requirement

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 05-04-2009 05:47 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 6,130
    Mike Schulz
    05-11-2009, 03:55 PM Go to last post

  4. multiwire branch circuit ?'s

    Started by Rick Cantrell, 05-11-2009 07:17 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,119
    Rick Cantrell
    05-11-2009, 09:07 AM Go to last post

  5. 15 amp receptacles on 20 amp circuit

    Started by Bob Hunt, 05-11-2009 04:50 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 12,740
    Jerry Peck
    05-11-2009, 08:02 AM Go to last post

  6. Service entance close to gas line

    Started by Terry Beck, 09-04-2008 05:37 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 7,663
    John Steinke
    05-11-2009, 07:43 AM Go to last post

  7. Extension cord below grade.

    Started by Rick Maday, 05-06-2009 08:13 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 4,011
    John Steinke
    05-11-2009, 07:37 AM Go to last post

  8. a/c disconnect

    Started by Jerome W. Young, 05-08-2009 04:32 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,128
    Jerome W. Young
    05-11-2009, 07:27 AM Go to last post

  9. Another tamper resistant question

    Started by Jim Robinson, 05-09-2009 05:52 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,522
    Bill Kriegh
    05-09-2009, 06:45 PM Go to last post

  10. Just looking for the name of this wire type.

    Started by Marc M, 05-08-2009 10:25 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,473
    Fred Warner
    05-09-2009, 07:49 AM Go to last post

  11. Smurf on the Wall?

    Started by A.D. Miller, 05-08-2009 08:46 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,092
    A.D. Miller
    05-09-2009, 07:17 AM Go to last post

  12. GFCI in Kitchen

    Started by Mike Schulz, 05-06-2009 09:30 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 38
    • Views: 5,106
    Jerry Peck
    05-08-2009, 05:08 PM Go to last post

  13. First Question: Neutral on Sub Panel

    Started by Acorn Home, 09-02-2008 06:36 PM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 13,637
    Jerry Peck
    05-07-2009, 06:22 PM Go to last post

  14. won't fit? I'll make it fit!

    Started by John Arnold, 05-07-2009 10:56 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,825
    wayne soper
    05-07-2009, 03:49 PM Go to last post

  15. Jackpot - Zinsco and FPE

    Started by Jim Luttrall, 05-05-2009 03:09 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,089
    Ted Menelly
    05-06-2009, 03:35 PM Go to last post

  16. 410.8 governs "clothes closets", but what about "storage cabinets"?

    Started by Michael Thomas, 05-05-2009 01:25 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,230
    Jerry Peck
    05-05-2009, 06:46 PM Go to last post

  17. maximum amps in a panel

    Started by Steve Miskinis, 05-01-2009 11:02 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 15,145
    Jerry Peck
    05-05-2009, 07:45 AM Go to last post

  18. Does FHA require

    Started by Bruce King, 04-22-2009 06:56 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 6,232
    M.Pondo
    05-05-2009, 06:59 AM Go to last post

  19. Ground clamps

    Started by Ken Amelin, 05-04-2009 05:01 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,874
    Jerry Peck
    05-04-2009, 07:34 AM Go to last post

  20. Hello from NY

    Started by Keith Bliss, 04-30-2009 12:13 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 3,952
    Chuck Weaver
    05-02-2009, 05:07 AM Go to last post

  21. Low overhead service drop to house kills young girl.

    Started by Jerry Peck, 04-29-2009 09:03 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,782
    John Steinke
    05-01-2009, 05:03 PM Go to last post

  22. painted receptacles

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 04-24-2009 06:18 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 10,804
    Jerry Peck
    05-01-2009, 12:02 PM Go to last post

  23. Is this allowed?

    Started by Marc M, 04-30-2009 08:50 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,619
    Randy Aldering
    05-01-2009, 11:35 AM Go to last post

  24. Service Equipment Question

    Started by Rick Hurst, 04-28-2009 04:47 PM
    10 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 6,880
    Jerry Peck
    04-30-2009, 06:49 PM Go to last post

  25. Post Checklist

    Started by Sidney Holmes, 04-16-2009 08:03 PM
    • Replies: 45
    • Views: 7,643
    Erby Crofutt
    04-30-2009, 04:05 AM Go to last post

  26. Interesting Article

    Started by Matt Fellman, 04-29-2009 08:27 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,018
    Matt Fellman
    04-29-2009, 08:27 PM Go to last post

  27. Post Inspectors Push for Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter in New Homes - WBOY-TV

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 04-29-2009 06:30 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,148
    Brian Hannigan
    04-29-2009, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  28. Undersized wiring

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 04-27-2009 05:21 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 5,805
    Jerry Peck
    04-29-2009, 08:59 AM Go to last post

  29. CHILD SAFE OUTLETS

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 04-28-2009 06:39 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,071
    Jerry Peck
    04-29-2009, 07:50 AM Go to last post

  30. Fuse panel

    Started by Kendall Goad, 04-28-2009 05:25 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 4,064
    Jerry Peck
    04-29-2009, 07:30 AM Go to last post

  31. transmission lines

    Started by Ron Bishop, 04-27-2009 02:27 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 4,397
    Christopher Gorton
    04-28-2009, 08:42 AM Go to last post

  32. "Smurf Tubing"

    Started by A.D. Miller, 04-27-2009 07:30 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 6,450
    A.D. Miller
    04-27-2009, 02:15 PM Go to last post

  33. Electrical Panel 100 amp to a 60 amp

    Started by Sam Morris, 04-23-2009 08:35 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 11,093
    Jerry Peck
    04-27-2009, 12:01 PM Go to last post

  34. cu/al breakers

    Started by daniel nantell, 04-25-2009 07:03 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 8,312
    Jerry Peck
    04-26-2009, 07:19 PM Go to last post

  35. Child proof /tamper resistant outlets

    Started by Ken Amelin, 04-24-2009 09:46 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 9,684
    Rick Hurst
    04-25-2009, 04:31 PM Go to last post

  36. wording

    Started by wayne soper, 04-22-2009 01:51 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 48
    • Views: 6,331
    Jerry Peck
    04-25-2009, 07:56 AM Go to last post

  37. Smoke alarm on GFCI?

    Started by Mike Huppi, 07-10-2007 05:34 PM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 13,313
    Jerry Peck
    04-23-2009, 07:38 AM Go to last post

  38. AFCI Exception

    Started by Ken Amelin, 04-21-2009 10:00 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,633
    Bill Kriegh
    04-23-2009, 04:59 AM Go to last post

  39. Service equipment and sub panel(s) question

    Started by Marc M, 04-20-2009 09:46 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,352
    Jerry Peck
    04-21-2009, 10:44 AM Go to last post

  40. Jacuzzi Tub Protection

    Started by Greg Subick, 04-20-2009 07:01 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,065
    Greg Subick
    04-20-2009, 07:27 PM Go to last post

  41. how to heat roofing tar

    Started by John Arnold, 04-17-2009 09:44 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,115
    John Steinke
    04-20-2009, 07:14 AM Go to last post

  42. Turnbull fused disconnect

    Started by Jeffrey L. Mathis, 04-15-2009 04:41 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,988
    Jerry Peck
    04-17-2009, 09:35 AM Go to last post

  43. code history question

    Started by Bruce King, 04-10-2009 08:20 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,972
    Jerry Peck
    04-16-2009, 11:51 AM Go to last post

  44. Wire size question

    Started by Marc M, 04-14-2009 08:01 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,444
    Marc M
    04-15-2009, 07:20 AM Go to last post

  45. Acceptable Tie?

    Started by Rick Burkman, 04-14-2009 11:21 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 3,033
    Jerry Peck
    04-15-2009, 06:18 AM Go to last post

  46. Bored holes for "home runs"

    Started by James Savage, 04-14-2009 05:58 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,010
    Bill Kriegh
    04-14-2009, 10:55 PM Go to last post

  47. Disposal switch improperly placed?

    Started by Greg Subick, 04-08-2009 02:41 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 49
    • Views: 11,521
    Scott Patterson
    04-14-2009, 02:41 PM Go to last post

  48. VERY Strict Building Inspector

    Started by Stuart Brooks, 04-10-2009 08:12 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 37
    • Views: 7,126
    Bill Kriegh
    04-14-2009, 07:25 AM Go to last post

  49. new electric diag toy

    Started by Markus Keller, 04-05-2009 09:11 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 3,971
    Mike Truss Guy
    04-14-2009, 12:32 AM Go to last post

  50. Mounting Range Convenience Outlet

    Started by Gary Anglin, 04-09-2009 07:55 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 5,416
    Joe Klampfer
    04-13-2009, 08:27 AM Go to last post

  51. Post Single strand aluminum wiring

    Started by Trent Tarter, 04-09-2009 08:31 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 6,249
    Mike Schulz
    04-11-2009, 01:56 PM Go to last post

  52. Vertically mounted 2' x 4' fluorescent light

    Started by Jon mackay, 04-10-2009 06:07 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 6,194
    Jon mackay
    04-10-2009, 06:20 AM Go to last post

  53. About ready for a new enclosure?

    Started by Bruce Ramsey, 04-09-2009 05:18 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,403
    Jerry Peck
    04-09-2009, 05:41 PM Go to last post

  54. Darlin', hand me them kidney beans ...

    Started by John Arnold, 04-08-2009 11:05 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,843
    Fred Warner
    04-08-2009, 03:26 PM Go to last post

  55. Outlet above fireplace

    Started by Matt Fellman, 04-07-2009 10:03 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 4,346
    archivoyeur
    04-08-2009, 04:05 AM Go to last post

  56. New Splice Type

    Started by Jim Robinson, 03-31-2009 03:22 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 6,071
    ken horak
    04-07-2009, 02:14 PM Go to last post

  57. Romex running under joist

    Started by mathew stouffer, 03-13-2009 08:01 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 104
    • Views: 45,988
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    04-06-2009, 11:18 PM Go to last post

  58. Half Sparkless

    Started by A.D. Miller, 04-06-2009 03:34 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 3,677
    John Arnold
    04-06-2009, 12:17 PM Go to last post

  59. Can we be sure this gets fixed correctly?

    Started by John Kogel, 03-25-2009 10:14 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 4,290
    John Steinke
    04-06-2009, 07:16 AM Go to last post

  60. Light Fixtures in Clothes Closets

    Started by Dylan Whitehead, 04-02-2009 01:55 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 5,583
    John Steinke
    04-06-2009, 07:06 AM Go to last post

  61. Electrical panel full?

    Started by Ron Bishop, 04-02-2009 09:51 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 8,505
    Matt Fellman
    04-05-2009, 09:31 AM Go to last post

  62. outlet above h2o ???

    Started by Ryan Busch, 04-04-2009 04:55 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,065
    ken horak
    04-05-2009, 05:07 AM Go to last post

  63. Gray 2 prong to 3 prong adapters

    Started by Matt Fellman, 03-31-2009 07:33 PM
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 10,449
    Ted Menelly
    04-04-2009, 06:54 PM Go to last post

  64. toasted GFCI

    Started by John Arnold, 04-02-2009 01:45 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,489
    John Arnold
    04-02-2009, 05:19 PM Go to last post

  65. twistin' the night away

    Started by John Arnold, 04-01-2009 05:39 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,593
    Jim Port
    04-02-2009, 05:23 AM Go to last post

  66. twisting of wires in screw terminals and twisting of SE cable outer conductor

    Started by Jerry Peck, 02-05-2009 12:54 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 5,930
    Jerry Peck
    04-01-2009, 02:02 PM Go to last post

  67. 50 Amp breaker on a small range.

    Started by John Kogel, 03-29-2009 09:50 PM
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 5,032
    John Kogel
    03-30-2009, 07:43 PM Go to last post

  68. Finally a AFCI Tester

    Started by Wayne Carlisle, 03-27-2009 07:53 AM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 3,918
    ken horak
    03-30-2009, 06:36 PM Go to last post

  69. 690.64(B) 2005 Edition NEC

    Started by Fred Warner, 03-27-2009 04:22 PM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 10,356
    Fred Warner
    03-29-2009, 06:10 PM Go to last post

  70. Electrical Feeder Cable

    Started by Anthony Kiefer, 03-18-2009 01:43 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 7,917
    ken horak
    03-28-2009, 03:23 PM Go to last post

  71. BX Cable

    Started by Matt Fellman, 03-20-2009 07:43 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 37
    • Views: 22,491
    Jerry Peck
    03-28-2009, 01:22 PM Go to last post

  72. AFCI Question

    Started by Stephen G Sheldon, 03-27-2009 07:43 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 3,294
    Fred Warner
    03-27-2009, 04:31 PM Go to last post

  73. back fed main

    Started by John Arnold, 03-26-2009 05:12 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,312
    Jerry Peck
    03-26-2009, 05:26 PM Go to last post

  74. We Don't Need No Stinking Neutral Bar

    Started by Eldon (Scooter) Holliday, 03-23-2009 07:45 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,878
    Wayne Carlisle
    03-26-2009, 06:12 AM Go to last post

  75. Outdoor Condensing Units Over Protected...

    Started by Cody Atkinson, 03-24-2009 03:26 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 4,642
    Rollie Meyers
    03-24-2009, 07:04 PM Go to last post

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