1. Announcement:
    InspectionNews Message Board Rules, Policies, and Disclaimers
    Brian Hannigan (Administrator)
    04-16-2007
    Views:
    116,557

Forum: Electrical Systems: Home Inspection and Commercial Inspection

Service Conductors, Panels, Overcurrent Protection Devices, Wiring Types and Methods, Switches, Receptacles, Light Fixtures ... For Home Inspections & Commercial Inspections

  1. Copper to aluminum connector

    Started by Richard Roshak, 07-17-2008 01:27 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 5,697
    Jim Luttrall
    07-17-2008, 08:16 PM Go to last post

  2. Lights and receptacles on same circuit

    Started by Mike Schulz, 07-17-2008 10:35 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,034
    Ted Menelly
    07-17-2008, 01:16 PM Go to last post

  3. 3 way switch at stairways.

    Started by Matthew Barnicle, 07-17-2008 11:28 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,066
    Jerry Peck
    07-17-2008, 12:58 PM Go to last post

  4. Does 2 x 120 volt = 240 volt wiring?

    Started by Terry Beck, 07-15-2008 07:26 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 10,987
    Jerry Peck
    07-17-2008, 10:04 AM Go to last post

  5. continuous neutral

    Started by Jim Zborowski, 07-10-2008 02:20 PM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 4,693
    Jerry Peck
    07-12-2008, 10:51 AM Go to last post

  6. Arrow Results! Ah Ha! Re: El

    Started by Tom McDonnell, 07-10-2008 05:37 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,076
    Daniel Stone
    07-11-2008, 11:20 AM Go to last post

  7. distribution panels

    Started by mathew stouffer, 07-11-2008 07:11 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,729
    Scott Patterson
    07-11-2008, 09:39 AM Go to last post

  8. Smile Aluminum wiring

    Started by Trent Tarter, 07-09-2008 10:01 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,269
    James Duffin
    07-10-2008, 07:45 PM Go to last post

  9. Outdoor sump pump GFI?

    Started by Matt Fellman, 07-10-2008 01:17 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,961
    Matt Fellman
    07-10-2008, 02:28 PM Go to last post

  10. Trip Tie Required?

    Started by Michael Scher, 07-09-2008 11:16 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,878
    Jerry Peck
    07-10-2008, 08:27 AM Go to last post

  11. Electrical: Laundry CENTER DRAIN w/ Duplex Receptacle

    Started by Charles Smith, 07-10-2008 08:03 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,617
    Charles Smith
    07-10-2008, 08:03 AM Go to last post

  12. Electrical: Service Drop Clearance

    Started by Charles Smith, 07-10-2008 07:09 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 4,300
    Charles Smith
    07-10-2008, 07:09 AM Go to last post

  13. Odd condition in fuse block

    Started by Jack Feldmann, 07-09-2008 02:01 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,131
    Jack Feldmann
    07-09-2008, 06:58 PM Go to last post

  14. GFI Outlet Controlling Multiple Locations

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 07-08-2008 03:44 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 10,283
    Jerry Peck
    07-09-2008, 07:18 AM Go to last post

  15. more electirc stuff

    Started by William Slade, 07-07-2008 10:30 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,757
    William Slade
    07-08-2008, 07:15 AM Go to last post

  16. Thumbs down Homebuilt electric...again...

    Started by Dave Mortensen, 07-07-2008 04:08 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,531
    Dave Mortensen
    07-07-2008, 04:08 PM Go to last post

  17. Receptacle in the tub enclosure!

    Started by Eric Laney, 05-22-2008 07:04 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,919
    William Slade
    07-07-2008, 10:52 AM Go to last post

  18. Funky eletrical stuff

    Started by William Slade, 07-07-2008 07:56 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,888
    William Slade
    07-07-2008, 08:47 AM Go to last post

  19. C.N.R Fuse?

    Started by Peter Wigle, 07-05-2008 04:00 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,749
    Jerry Peck
    07-06-2008, 03:10 PM Go to last post

  20. Gas Water Htr electrical

    Started by Peter Wigle, 06-30-2008 05:43 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 34
    • Views: 3,348
    Ted Menelly
    07-04-2008, 09:05 PM Go to last post

  21. #10 single strand Aluminum

    Started by Mike Schulz, 07-03-2008 03:47 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,435
    Jim Luttrall
    07-03-2008, 10:39 PM Go to last post

  22. Truly Electrifying Television

    Started by Michael Thomas, 06-30-2008 04:06 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 2,350
    Randy Clayton
    07-03-2008, 09:02 PM Go to last post

  23. Your thoughts on this service equipment panel.

    Started by Chris Stichter, 06-30-2008 01:20 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,304
    Randy Clayton
    07-03-2008, 08:56 PM Go to last post

  24. Refrigerators testing live voltage

    Started by Jon mackay, 06-17-2008 09:17 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,023
    Roger Kautz
    07-02-2008, 07:34 PM Go to last post

  25. 1987 FPE Panel?

    Started by Matt Fellman, 06-24-2008 11:15 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 3,325
    David Banks
    07-02-2008, 04:33 AM Go to last post

  26. Derating Needed?????

    Started by Jon Randolph, 06-30-2008 05:20 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,823
    Jon Randolph
    07-01-2008, 07:57 PM Go to last post

  27. Smile Vacuum Trips Breakers. Two homes Same Bldr?

    Started by Tom McDonnell, 06-29-2008 06:08 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,825
    Matthew Skowron
    07-01-2008, 05:44 AM Go to last post

  28. Angry Smoke Detector from Hell

    Started by Rick Hurst, 06-29-2008 01:20 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 2,657
    Richard Moore
    06-30-2008, 12:43 AM Go to last post

  29. any votes as to what size is run off this 40 Amp breaker?

    Started by Lanny Freng, 06-28-2008 05:37 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 6,330
    Brandon Whitmore
    06-29-2008, 01:37 PM Go to last post

  30. GFCI receptacles protecting branch crts

    Started by Peter Wigle, 06-25-2008 07:35 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 4,459
    Jerry Peck
    06-28-2008, 10:47 AM Go to last post

  31. What type of panel is this?

    Started by Robert Dalga, 06-18-2008 04:18 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,002
    Richard Abrams
    06-25-2008, 04:27 PM Go to last post

  32. K & B and insulation

    Started by Anthony Alderman, 06-24-2008 08:35 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,278
    Michael Thomas
    06-25-2008, 10:32 AM Go to last post

  33. Electrical under kitchen island

    Started by imported_John Smith, 06-20-2008 03:33 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,141
    Jerry Peck
    06-24-2008, 12:48 PM Go to last post

  34. Bedrooms without light fixtures

    Started by Dylan Whitehead, 06-20-2008 07:18 AM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 6,081
    Dylan Whitehead
    06-23-2008, 07:01 AM Go to last post

  35. Service ampacity

    Started by Ross Neag, 06-18-2008 09:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,061
    Brandon Whitmore
    06-19-2008, 02:24 PM Go to last post

  36. Routing of Romex Cables In Stairwell Closet

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 06-16-2008 09:42 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 5,979
    Jerry Peck
    06-19-2008, 06:32 AM Go to last post

  37. Lightning Protection System quesion

    Started by Dave Hahn, 06-17-2008 09:32 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,880
    Billy Stephens
    06-17-2008, 06:52 PM Go to last post

  38. Question Minimum height for garage receptacles

    Started by Trent Tarter, 06-11-2008 09:24 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 28,788
    Jerry Peck
    06-17-2008, 06:55 AM Go to last post

  39. Smile afci ?

    Started by bb_becker, 06-01-2008 11:06 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,488
    John Steinke
    06-17-2008, 06:25 AM Go to last post

  40. weatherhead needed

    Started by Anthony Alderman, 06-16-2008 03:33 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,256
    Jerry Peck
    06-16-2008, 04:18 PM Go to last post

  41. Grounding rod directly below Hose bib

    Started by Ted Menelly, 06-16-2008 11:36 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,258
    Ted Menelly
    06-16-2008, 02:27 PM Go to last post

  42. Proper wording

    Started by Zibby Swieca, 03-16-2008 09:31 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 4,681
    Ted Menelly
    06-14-2008, 12:14 PM Go to last post

  43. another "what is this?"

    Started by Chris Stichter, 06-13-2008 03:42 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,567
    Richard Abrams
    06-13-2008, 04:38 PM Go to last post

  44. Should Panel Be Wired as a Sub?

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 06-12-2008 04:34 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,838
    Nick Ostrowski
    06-12-2008, 06:46 AM Go to last post

  45. Romex is attic

    Started by mathew stouffer, 06-07-2008 07:35 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 12,629
    Ted Menelly
    06-08-2008, 06:54 PM Go to last post

  46. GFCI outlers for ungrounded circuits

    Started by Terry Beck, 04-21-2008 06:05 PM
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 18,824
    Brandon Chew
    06-07-2008, 09:17 AM Go to last post

  47. Minimum branch circuits for a living room

    Started by Wendell Swedberg, 06-04-2008 06:28 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,534
    Richard Moore
    06-05-2008, 10:52 AM Go to last post

  48. GFCI protected outlets

    Started by Michael Vasquez, 06-04-2008 06:27 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,049
    Gunnar Alquist
    06-04-2008, 09:01 PM Go to last post

  49. Electric water heater disconnect

    Started by Richard Roshak, 06-03-2008 01:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,798
    Tim Voss
    06-04-2008, 06:34 AM Go to last post

  50. Grounds and Neutrals under common lug

    Started by Greg Jenkins, 04-21-2008 01:28 PM
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 17,746
    Jerry Peck
    06-03-2008, 06:43 PM Go to last post

  51. Exterior GFCI's

    Started by Chris Stichter, 05-14-2008 06:57 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 38
    • Views: 9,604
    Jerry Peck
    06-03-2008, 05:56 PM Go to last post

  52. Correct terminology for multiple-meter panel

    Started by Michael Thomas, 06-01-2008 09:05 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,065
    Jerry Peck
    06-03-2008, 05:54 PM Go to last post

  53. Kitchen outlet circuit powers under-cabinet lights.

    Started by Michael Thomas, 05-31-2008 08:53 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 5,430
    Shannon Guinn
    06-02-2008, 10:49 AM Go to last post

  54. Opinions Wanted

    Started by Steven Turetsky, 05-30-2008 11:00 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 2,433
    Brandon Chew
    06-01-2008, 09:57 AM Go to last post

  55. Electrical service box located in closet

    Started by Kevin Luce, 04-19-2007 10:22 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 21,004
    Randy Clayton
    05-28-2008, 07:40 PM Go to last post

  56. high tech bathroom

    Started by John Arnold, 05-27-2008 10:56 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,298
    Jon Randolph
    05-28-2008, 07:30 PM Go to last post

  57. Old Meter Base?

    Started by Dave Mortensen, 05-28-2008 02:00 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,741
    Dave Mortensen
    05-28-2008, 07:23 PM Go to last post

  58. stuck in traffic photo

    Started by John Arnold, 05-27-2008 02:46 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,761
    John Arnold
    05-27-2008, 06:40 PM Go to last post

  59. Buried ground wire

    Started by Scott Medlin, 05-22-2008 07:01 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 11,001
    Jerry Peck
    05-27-2008, 02:19 PM Go to last post

  60. Hot temp on ACFI's

    Started by Gregg Austensen, 09-26-2007 05:43 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 3,198
    Jerry Peck
    05-27-2008, 10:23 AM Go to last post

  61. AFCI in attached bathroom

    Started by Jim Luttrall, 10-11-2007 03:00 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 4,374
    Travis Grubbs
    05-27-2008, 03:11 AM Go to last post

  62. Feed From Main Panel to Sub Panel

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 05-25-2008 05:40 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 15,678
    Jerry Peck
    05-25-2008, 05:38 PM Go to last post

  63. Wall scones in a tub surround

    Started by Randy Clayton, 05-06-2008 07:39 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 4,534
    Michael Greenwalt
    05-24-2008, 09:40 AM Go to last post

  64. Sorry if this is an overpost. Pulling 120 volts from a 240 breaker

    Started by Paul Kondzich, 05-20-2008 07:46 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,228
    Randy Clayton
    05-22-2008, 07:18 PM Go to last post

  65. Grounding electrode conductor size for copper

    Started by Wendell Swedberg, 05-20-2008 05:02 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,542
    Jerry Peck
    05-20-2008, 06:48 PM Go to last post

  66. How to word this...Obsolete service

    Started by Paul Kondzich, 05-20-2008 02:50 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,417
    Paul Kondzich
    05-20-2008, 02:50 PM Go to last post

  67. Question Open ground outlets

    Started by Trent Tarter, 05-16-2008 08:47 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,147
    Matthew Barnicle
    05-19-2008, 10:13 PM Go to last post

  68. Sure test 61-165

    Started by David Banks, 05-16-2008 09:03 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,562
    Jeff Spencer
    05-19-2008, 08:39 PM Go to last post

  69. single strand ground

    Started by John Arnold, 05-19-2008 10:49 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,457
    Jerry Peck
    05-19-2008, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  70. Location of panelboard

    Started by RobertSmith, 05-18-2008 04:31 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,676
    Richard Stanley
    05-19-2008, 11:15 AM Go to last post

  71. Minimum conductor size

    Started by Wendell Swedberg, 05-17-2008 02:36 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,892
    Jerry Peck
    05-18-2008, 05:14 PM Go to last post

  72. Size of dedicated branch circuit

    Started by Wendell Swedberg, 04-21-2008 04:05 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,477
    Brandon Chew
    05-18-2008, 12:37 PM Go to last post

  73. Dimmer switches

    Started by Wendell Swedberg, 05-17-2008 06:22 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,143
    Brandon Chew
    05-18-2008, 11:41 AM Go to last post

  74. recent insp

    Started by Markus Keller, 05-17-2008 06:45 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,500
    Markus Keller
    05-17-2008, 06:45 PM Go to last post

  75. Cables entering distribution panels

    Started by mathew stouffer, 05-16-2008 08:02 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,120
    John Steinke
    05-16-2008, 06:10 PM Go to last post

Thread Display Options

Use this control to limit the display of threads to those newer than the specified time frame.

Allows you to choose the data by which the thread list will be sorted.

Order threads in...

Note: when sorting by date, 'descending order' will show the newest results first.

Icon Legend

Contains unread posts
Contains unread posts
Contains no unread posts
Contains no unread posts
More than 25 replies or 10000 views
Hot thread with unread posts
More than 25 replies or 10000 views
Hot thread with no unread posts
Closed Thread
Thread is closed
Thread Contains a Message Written By You
You have posted in this thread

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

Forum Rules