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  1. Cool polarity tester

    Started by Paul Johnston, 11-24-2008 04:36 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
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    Shannon Guinn
    11-25-2008, 06:09 AM Go to last post

  2. What is ths?

    Started by Michael Thomas, 11-20-2008 01:27 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
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    Michael Thomas
    11-21-2008, 09:18 AM Go to last post

  3. why get an inspection?

    Started by Gary Smith, 09-17-2008 04:59 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
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    Ted Menelly
    11-19-2008, 06:59 PM Go to last post

  4. Receptacles on floor

    Started by Brian Robertson, 11-10-2008 10:04 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 3,590
    Mike Schulz
    11-19-2008, 04:48 PM Go to last post

  5. Question Bulb to ceiling clearance

    Started by Trent Tarter, 11-02-2008 09:33 PM
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 11,240
    Jeff Remas
    11-17-2008, 06:09 PM Go to last post

  6. How many things can you find wrong

    Started by Dylan Whitehead, 10-13-2008 11:39 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,049
    Shannon Guinn
    11-14-2008, 06:31 AM Go to last post

  7. Water heater switch

    Started by Ken Bates, 11-04-2008 09:55 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 5,645
    Richard Stanley
    11-05-2008, 06:28 AM Go to last post

  8. what is the amperage for this house

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 10-24-2008 01:14 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 5,632
    Richard Hedrick
    11-03-2008, 10:11 PM Go to last post

  9. code requiring a 110-volt outlet in laundry area

    Started by Matt Fellman, 10-31-2008 10:56 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,986
    Matt Fellman
    10-31-2008, 10:44 PM Go to last post

  10. Please explain scorched nuetral.

    Started by Marc M, 10-29-2008 07:56 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
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    Gunnar Alquist
    10-30-2008, 09:08 PM Go to last post

  11. Help needed understanding panel

    Started by David OKeefe, 10-25-2008 02:26 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 4,689
    John Allingham
    10-28-2008, 07:10 AM Go to last post

  12. Question Need help with sub panel wiring.

    Started by James Edwards, 10-23-2008 04:10 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 7,852
    Mike Schulz
    10-27-2008, 10:37 AM Go to last post

  13. Are oil lines allowed above electric panel?

    Started by Ken Amelin, 10-23-2008 10:32 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 4,504
    Don Norman
    10-27-2008, 09:08 AM Go to last post

  14. ALUMINUM BRANCH WIRES RETURN

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 10-21-2008 02:39 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,600
    Ted Menelly
    10-21-2008, 04:03 PM Go to last post

  15. Need some advice on a project please :)

    Started by Jacob Sanchez, 10-15-2008 08:27 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 45
    • Views: 5,408
    Jacob Sanchez
    10-20-2008, 05:45 PM Go to last post

  16. Question Won't an all AFCI Panel Get HOT !

    Started by Bob Sisson, 10-17-2008 04:52 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,598
    Bob Sisson
    10-18-2008, 06:32 AM Go to last post

  17. How fry up some wires

    Started by mike huntzinger, 10-16-2008 06:07 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,192
    mike huntzinger
    10-17-2008, 08:03 AM Go to last post

  18. Over Amped Panel?

    Started by Matthew Barnicle, 10-15-2008 10:52 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,425
    Matthew Barnicle
    10-15-2008, 12:41 PM Go to last post

  19. 1957 UPGRADED ELECTRICAL SERVICE

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 10-08-2008 07:00 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 3,985
    Matthew Barnicle
    10-15-2008, 11:01 AM Go to last post

  20. Splashy Splashy

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 10-08-2008 06:43 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 3,805
    John Steinke
    10-15-2008, 10:03 AM Go to last post

  21. TV above jet tub

    Started by Dave Hill, 10-14-2008 02:34 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 9,996
    John Steinke
    10-15-2008, 09:44 AM Go to last post

  22. ground rod

    Started by Kevin Rutledge, 09-20-2008 12:46 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,909
    John Steinke
    10-15-2008, 08:57 AM Go to last post

  23. Voltage on grounding cable

    Started by Brian Robertson, 09-09-2008 11:39 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 3,777
    John Steinke
    10-15-2008, 08:37 AM Go to last post

  24. Can anyone tell me what they think the size of this panel might be?

    Started by Marc M, 10-13-2008 01:20 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,588
    Marc M
    10-14-2008, 02:39 PM Go to last post

  25. FPE Stab-Lok double lugged 100-amp

    Started by Grant Harrod, 10-09-2008 10:32 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,742
    Grant Harrod
    10-09-2008, 10:32 PM Go to last post

  26. GFCI outlet at jacuzzi tub

    Started by Jody Humbert, 10-01-2008 10:39 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 10,754
    Jerry Peck
    10-02-2008, 10:04 AM Go to last post

  27. Honey where are my Shocks, I mean socks

    Started by wayne soper, 10-01-2008 09:38 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,187
    Brent Crouse
    10-02-2008, 10:01 AM Go to last post

  28. Exclamation GFCI (kitchen/bath) - Max # of branch

    Started by Robert Alexander, 09-20-2008 06:01 AM
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 8,339
    Jerry Peck
    09-30-2008, 05:29 PM Go to last post

  29. Unprotected cable from meter to SE enters exterior wall

    Started by Michael Thomas, 09-24-2008 12:08 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 7,057
    Eric Barker
    09-26-2008, 06:33 PM Go to last post

  30. How does does this happen?

    Started by Marc M, 09-24-2008 09:09 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,227
    Markus Keller
    09-26-2008, 05:03 PM Go to last post

  31. 12 awg and 15 amp breaker-is this just overkill?

    Started by Marc M, 09-19-2008 07:28 PM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 21,028
    Jerry Peck
    09-26-2008, 04:49 PM Go to last post

  32. Hurricane Ike & Out of State Inspectors Notice

    Started by Wayne Carlisle, 09-26-2008 06:55 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,444
    Wayne Carlisle
    09-26-2008, 06:55 AM Go to last post

  33. Best knob and tube trick yet

    Started by Michael Thomas, 09-22-2008 03:46 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,582
    Jim Luttrall
    09-22-2008, 04:13 PM Go to last post

  34. Service Riser/Lateral

    Started by Dan Blanchard, 09-21-2008 01:57 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,861
    Jerry Peck
    09-22-2008, 08:19 AM Go to last post

  35. Fixture/bath tub clearence

    Started by Steven Turetsky, 05-30-2008 11:25 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 3,411
    Steven Turetsky
    09-19-2008, 05:40 PM Go to last post

  36. Question 240 volt double pole breakers

    Started by Trent Tarter, 09-18-2008 10:25 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 5,989
    Eugene Cameline 3rd
    09-19-2008, 12:44 PM Go to last post

  37. Them copper wires

    Started by MaMa Mount, 09-17-2008 11:31 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 3,240
    Stuart Brooks
    09-19-2008, 06:21 AM Go to last post

  38. Cutler-Hammer Clipper Power System (surge protector) inside a service panel

    Started by Tom Edwards, 09-17-2008 05:35 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 8,925
    Jerry Peck
    09-18-2008, 10:20 AM Go to last post

  39. Separation between Breaker panel and hose bib?

    Started by Matthew Barnicle, 09-18-2008 10:13 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 4,014
    Jerry Peck
    09-18-2008, 10:16 AM Go to last post

  40. Arguing with an Electrician!

    Started by Peter Drougas, 09-17-2008 07:56 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,558
    Jerry Peck
    09-17-2008, 11:28 AM Go to last post

  41. wire life span

    Started by Markus Keller, 09-10-2008 02:46 PM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 19,412
    Jerry Peck
    09-17-2008, 07:44 AM Go to last post

  42. A GREAT ELECTRICAL SERVICE ENTRY

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 09-14-2008 06:33 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,033
    CHARLIE VAN FLEET
    09-15-2008, 07:51 PM Go to last post

  43. Switches at both/all entrances to a room

    Started by Bruce Ramsey, 09-14-2008 06:49 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,317
    Bruce Ramsey
    09-15-2008, 12:25 PM Go to last post

  44. Post If your home has a fuse box... - Lake Cities Sun

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 09-11-2008 12:50 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,904
    Brian Hannigan
    09-11-2008, 12:50 PM Go to last post

  45. quik ? with a picture about neutral/ground connection

    Started by Lanny Freng, 09-03-2008 07:32 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,760
    Jerry Peck
    09-05-2008, 06:07 PM Go to last post

  46. Dangerous Ceiling Fan

    Started by Rick Hurst, 09-04-2008 06:39 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,531
    Jerry Peck
    09-04-2008, 07:09 PM Go to last post

  47. AFCI - For Safety

    Started by Ken Amelin, 09-02-2008 06:30 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,465
    Jerry Peck
    09-04-2008, 04:30 PM Go to last post

  48. White wires to circuit breakers in service panel

    Started by Howard Tennyson, 08-23-2008 06:48 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 7,976
    Erby Crofutt
    09-01-2008, 05:48 AM Go to last post

  49. Rat's nest

    Started by wayne soper, 08-30-2008 02:38 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,735
    Derek Lewis
    08-31-2008, 10:04 AM Go to last post

  50. Grounding Rod "OMG"

    Started by john thurmond, 08-30-2008 12:35 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,276
    Rollie Meyers
    08-30-2008, 03:43 PM Go to last post

  51. Determining age of breaker panel

    Started by Jack Wingo, 08-09-2008 03:43 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 5,149
    Jim Port
    08-29-2008, 03:08 PM Go to last post

  52. Height of outlet

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 08-29-2008 05:58 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,129
    Jerry Peck
    08-29-2008, 10:03 AM Go to last post

  53. Aluminum wire Bonded to Ground Bus Bar

    Started by Roni Litmanovic, 08-26-2008 03:45 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 4,886
    Jerry Peck
    08-27-2008, 06:42 PM Go to last post

  54. ID this breaker config

    Started by Kevin Chiu, 08-25-2008 02:36 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,441
    Jerry Peck
    08-26-2008, 04:17 PM Go to last post

  55. strange switch in garage

    Started by John Arnold, 08-26-2008 02:32 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,157
    John Arnold
    08-26-2008, 03:35 PM Go to last post

  56. Sub panels

    Started by Jim Port, 08-24-2008 09:43 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,709
    Jim Port
    08-26-2008, 10:00 AM Go to last post

  57. Receptacles.

    Started by Greg Frazier, 08-20-2008 05:46 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 3,359
    Jerry Peck
    08-26-2008, 06:29 AM Go to last post

  58. AC breaker installation

    Started by mathew stouffer, 08-14-2008 04:40 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 66
    • Views: 7,247
    Mike Schulz
    08-25-2008, 02:44 PM Go to last post

  59. Fan/light over shower

    Started by Tom Edwards, 08-19-2008 02:38 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 11,031
    Jerry Peck
    08-20-2008, 08:45 PM Go to last post

  60. Siemens Box Blowing main breaker

    Started by Blain Plantz, 08-17-2008 10:24 AM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 4,950
    Jerry Peck
    08-19-2008, 05:33 AM Go to last post

  61. Cool Switches

    Started by Jerry McCarthy, 08-14-2008 04:39 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,439
    Mike Schulz
    08-18-2008, 02:51 PM Go to last post

  62. Sub panel wiring

    Started by Tom Rees, 08-15-2008 08:08 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 8,081
    Brandon Chew
    08-17-2008, 10:09 AM Go to last post

  63. Main panel powered directly through breaker?

    Started by Christopher Kovac, 08-14-2008 06:47 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,861
    Corn Walker
    08-15-2008, 09:16 AM Go to last post

  64. Question from the Insurance Service Industry

    Started by Dan Cullen, 08-12-2008 07:51 PM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 3,827
    wayne soper
    08-14-2008, 11:13 AM Go to last post

  65. Double taps

    Started by Chip O'Brian, 07-30-2008 02:30 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 5,349
    Jerry Peck
    08-13-2008, 07:29 PM Go to last post

  66. Aluminium wiring

    Started by mathew stouffer, 08-13-2008 12:06 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,471
    James Duffin
    08-13-2008, 04:43 PM Go to last post

  67. Flashing lights on dimmer switches

    Started by Mike Cudahy, 08-04-2008 05:12 AM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 47,799
    Joe Klampfer
    08-11-2008, 10:23 PM Go to last post

  68. here we go again, guys

    Started by Jim Zborowski, 08-09-2008 04:39 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 4,180
    Jerry Peck
    08-11-2008, 08:24 AM Go to last post

  69. Gas and oil resistant wires

    Started by wayne soper, 08-08-2008 07:07 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 3,562
    Brian Thomas
    08-10-2008, 06:59 PM Go to last post

  70. service neutral bypass main cabinet

    Started by Jerome W. Young, 07-29-2008 04:05 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 41
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    Ted Menelly
    08-06-2008, 07:29 PM Go to last post

  71. Water supply and panels

    Started by Richard Roshak, 08-06-2008 02:53 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,663
    Billy Stephens
    08-06-2008, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  72. Jetted tub GFCI breaker installation question

    Started by mathew stouffer, 08-05-2008 08:48 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,318
    mathew stouffer
    08-06-2008, 10:30 AM Go to last post

  73. federal pacific stab-lok

    Started by Brian Thomas, 08-03-2008 04:43 PM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 9,432
    Nolan Kienitz
    08-05-2008, 08:31 PM Go to last post

  74. knob and tube

    Started by Tom Rees, 07-28-2008 09:01 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 47
    • Views: 8,364
    Kirk Hersee
    08-02-2008, 02:57 PM Go to last post

  75. GFCI requirement

    Started by Dan Harris, 08-02-2008 07:03 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,906
    Jerry Peck
    08-02-2008, 02:48 PM Go to last post

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