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  1. Space above sump pump crock

    Started by Vic Lepouce, 03-16-2015 05:56 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 583
    Vic Lepouce
    03-16-2015, 05:56 AM Go to last post

  2. Why Electrical Inspections are Essential

    Started by Mbrooke, 02-27-2015 11:32 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,004
    Mbrooke
    03-15-2015, 08:01 PM Go to last post

  3. sub panel

    Started by Russell Melville, 02-27-2015 04:33 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,554
    Russell Melville
    03-07-2015, 04:00 PM Go to last post

  4. Question Black Wiring

    Started by Jeff Gainey, 02-20-2015 06:33 PM
    14 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 33
    • Views: 2,058
    Robert Sheppard
    03-07-2015, 04:41 AM Go to last post

  5. Dimming lights - it is NOT always a neutral problem

    Started by Jerry Peck, 03-01-2015 08:15 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,549
    Jerry Peck
    03-06-2015, 08:21 PM Go to last post

  6. Moved: Flexible gas connector in contact with flame

    Started by Chris Stichter, 03-02-2015 06:07 PM
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  7. If the main panel has been moved...

    Started by Mark Woodsman, 02-21-2015 03:29 PM
    electrical, main panel 6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 1,728
    Allen Ingling
    03-01-2015, 04:56 PM Go to last post

  8. Bonding screw ?? Here I go Again

    Started by Sam Morris, 02-25-2015 05:23 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 3,371
    Harvey Heidemann
    02-28-2015, 09:29 AM Go to last post

  9. LED light bulbs effects on wireless lights and fan switch

    Started by Steve Maple, 02-03-2015 05:37 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 1,795
    Robin Wells
    02-28-2015, 07:42 AM Go to last post

  10. Small plant illustrates what can be behind a wall.

    Started by Michael Bronner, 02-27-2015 05:17 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 777
    Michael Bronner
    02-28-2015, 05:22 AM Go to last post

  11. Is This Aluminum Wiring?

    Started by Kyle Montgomery, 02-16-2015 10:48 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 38
    • Views: 2,624
    Jerry Peck
    02-19-2015, 05:11 PM Go to last post

  12. Equipment Disconnect Location

    Started by James Hudson, 02-17-2015 05:41 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,097
    Jerry Peck
    02-17-2015, 05:24 PM Go to last post

  13. Double tapped?

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 02-04-2015 10:01 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 47
    • Views: 3,854
    Jerry Peck
    02-17-2015, 05:21 PM Go to last post

  14. Need a narrative.

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 02-04-2015 03:48 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 2,501
    JeffGHooper
    02-15-2015, 12:02 PM Go to last post

  15. Anybody seens something like this?

    Started by cory nystul, 02-06-2015 09:32 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,669
    david shapiro
    02-15-2015, 11:10 AM Go to last post

  16. Neutral and ground separation not always required in remote panels.

    Started by Trent Tarter, 11-17-2014 09:04 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 2,491
    Jerry Peck
    02-15-2015, 10:21 AM Go to last post

  17. Butt splice connectors

    Started by Vern Heiler, 01-31-2015 11:28 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 3,504
    Donald Farrell
    02-12-2015, 07:49 AM Go to last post

  18. CT metering

    Started by Mbrooke, 02-09-2015 07:55 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,003
    john stone
    02-10-2015, 12:52 PM Go to last post

  19. Ready or not, wireless home automation is here!

    Started by Jim Luttrall, 01-30-2015 04:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 2,036
    Jim Luttrall
    02-06-2015, 07:52 PM Go to last post

  20. Certain manufacturers smart meters in Canada are being replaced due to fire hazard

    Started by Jerry Peck, 01-29-2015 03:49 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,102
    John Kogel
    02-05-2015, 03:37 PM Go to last post

  21. Amazed it is still here

    Started by Jim Robinson, 01-28-2015 04:41 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,092
    Bruce Low
    02-03-2015, 11:11 AM Go to last post

  22. Eaton AFCI - Blinking Red Light

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 07-02-2014 07:51 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 28,098
    Lon Henderson
    01-20-2015, 03:14 PM Go to last post

  23. Whats this bar in the electrical panel called ?

    Started by Sam Morris, 01-10-2015 08:51 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,103
    Jerry Peck
    01-13-2015, 07:39 AM Go to last post

  24. What is this device on the breaker?

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 08-13-2013 02:40 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,293
    Jerry Peck
    01-03-2015, 07:17 PM Go to last post

  25. Electrical in sauna

    Started by mark petty, 12-26-2014 05:02 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 3,909
    Jim Port
    12-29-2014, 05:24 PM Go to last post

  26. Question on Main Line/Mast head and drip loop height

    Started by chris vis, 12-10-2014 10:06 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,975
    Jerry Peck
    12-22-2014, 09:27 AM Go to last post

  27. See Photo. If it has a closed cover, is a horizontal disposal receptacle allowed?

    Started by Gene South, 12-17-2014 06:50 AM
    closed weather cover, damp location, dry location, horizontal receptacles 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 1,769
    Jerry Peck
    12-19-2014, 04:22 PM Go to last post

  28. Reading Amperage with a AMP Meter

    Started by Derek Worchel, 12-11-2014 11:19 AM
    amperage meter usage, reading amp meters
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 2,172
    Dave Ruth
    12-19-2014, 04:33 AM Go to last post

  29. Exclamation Circuit Breaker Recall

    Started by Julian Cofer, 12-18-2014 02:40 PM
    breakers, circuit breaker, electric, recall, schneider electric
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 718
    Julian Cofer
    12-18-2014, 02:40 PM Go to last post

  30. Todays Inspection

    Started by Raymond Wand, 12-13-2014 01:57 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 2,592
    gary carroll
    12-18-2014, 10:19 AM Go to last post

  31. Suretest

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 11-29-2014 03:23 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,072
    John Kogel
    12-01-2014, 05:21 PM Go to last post

  32. Ceiling installation on aluminum porch ceiling

    Started by mark petty, 11-18-2014 07:42 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,231
    Jerry Peck
    11-27-2014, 07:01 PM Go to last post

  33. A Half updated two family Main Panels question

    Started by chris vis, 11-25-2014 07:10 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,126
    jack davenport
    11-27-2014, 06:59 AM Go to last post

  34. Recessed lights and insulation contact question

    Started by mark petty, 11-21-2014 01:06 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,283
    Jerry Peck
    11-22-2014, 12:36 PM Go to last post

  35. What is this button for?

    Started by Paul Friesen, 11-08-2014 08:10 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 2,155
    Lon Henderson
    11-20-2014, 06:25 AM Go to last post

  36. Downstream service panel (AKA) Sub Panel

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-05-2014 04:33 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,294
    Brad Rodgers
    11-17-2014, 07:28 PM Go to last post

  37. Main service disconnect 200 amp, panel 125 amp?

    Started by Trent Tarter, 11-09-2014 06:35 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,173
    Dave Ruth
    11-14-2014, 04:48 PM Go to last post

  38. Reset for bathrom GFCI is in garage

    Started by Terry Beck, 11-14-2014 12:04 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,257
    Jerry Peck
    11-14-2014, 10:31 AM Go to last post

  39. When were GFCI's required?

    Started by Paul Friesen, 11-13-2014 01:07 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 927
    Paul Friesen
    11-14-2014, 08:52 AM Go to last post

  40. AKA Sub-Panel

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-12-2014 03:53 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,703
    Rollie Meyers
    11-14-2014, 12:37 AM Go to last post

  41. How often should smoke detectors be replaced?

    Started by Jerry Peck, 08-14-2007 08:11 PM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 82,014
    Jim Robinson
    11-08-2014, 07:14 AM Go to last post

  42. Light switch proximity to entry door

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-03-2014 04:27 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 3,964
    Jim Port
    11-06-2014, 09:48 AM Go to last post

  43. QO Plug-on Neutral CAFI Circuit Breakers - Know before you go.

    Started by Garry Sorrells, 11-03-2014 10:40 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,207
    Jim Port
    11-04-2014, 12:41 PM Go to last post

  44. Meter and hose bibb

    Started by Tom Rees, 10-28-2014 07:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 2,892
    gargalaxy
    11-03-2014, 07:08 PM Go to last post

  45. Wiring in Service Panel Question

    Started by Lon Henderson, 10-23-2014 05:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,763
    Greg Madden
    11-02-2014, 11:56 AM Go to last post

  46. Old school night light?????

    Started by cory nystul, 10-27-2014 08:40 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,596
    Facilities
    11-01-2014, 06:32 PM Go to last post

  47. sinlge wire in double pull breaker

    Started by cory nystul, 10-22-2014 08:01 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,475
    Vern Heiler
    10-23-2014, 03:25 PM Go to last post

  48. Underground Service Settling.

    Started by Michael Chambers, 10-18-2014 10:34 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 2,052
    tj glenn
    10-23-2014, 09:38 AM Go to last post

  49. What is the code requirement for San Diego CA for AFCI and GFCIs

    Started by Loren Sanders Sr., 10-13-2014 07:36 AM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 1,894
    Rollie Meyers
    10-19-2014, 01:32 PM Go to last post

  50. Pool lights and GFCI protection

    Started by mark petty, 10-09-2014 11:09 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,087
    Jerry Peck
    10-19-2014, 08:36 AM Go to last post

  51. Attic splice Snap connector

    Started by Eric Delio, 10-06-2014 02:39 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 69
    • Views: 4,182
    Mike Pagozalski
    10-18-2014, 04:03 PM Go to last post

  52. maximum nubmer of wires in a junction box

    Started by Sky Jones, 10-16-2014 10:20 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 973
    Jim Port
    10-17-2014, 11:51 AM Go to last post

  53. Breaker Tripping

    Started by Rick Cantrell, 10-15-2014 07:54 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 930
    Mark Reinmiller
    10-15-2014, 06:02 PM Go to last post

  54. On my electric panel I have 220 breakers that I do not use

    Started by Loren Sanders Sr., 10-13-2014 09:44 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 2,118
    Jerry Peck
    10-15-2014, 10:48 AM Go to last post

  55. Newbie Introduction

    Started by david shapiro, 10-15-2014 07:38 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 622
    david shapiro
    10-15-2014, 07:38 AM Go to last post

  56. No ground?

    Started by Dave Rose, 09-30-2014 10:28 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 2,358
    Dave Rose
    10-06-2014, 10:20 AM Go to last post

  57. Cutler Hammer Panel

    Started by Donald Hobson, 10-02-2014 03:59 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,121
    Jim Port
    10-04-2014, 07:39 PM Go to last post

  58. electrical ground question

    Started by Tom Iovanne, 10-01-2014 11:15 AM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,469
    Joe Klampfer
    10-04-2014, 10:11 AM Go to last post

  59. AFCI receptacles

    Started by Marc M, 09-26-2014 09:12 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,428
    Marc M
    10-04-2014, 08:58 AM Go to last post

  60. 200.7 Using white wire as ungrounded conductor

    Started by Marc M, 10-03-2014 11:35 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,148
    Marc M
    10-04-2014, 07:18 AM Go to last post

  61. Service wires in contact with metal downspout

    Started by Ken Amelin, 09-30-2014 10:23 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,482
    Ian Page
    10-02-2014, 01:14 PM Go to last post

  62. will a DIY light fixture pass electrical inspection?

    Started by Mark Villalobos, 02-17-2014 12:44 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 6,331
    Mark Harris
    09-26-2014, 09:53 AM Go to last post

  63. Kitchen Counter Top Receptacle requirements

    Started by Mathew Keith Stouffer, 09-16-2014 07:21 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 2,453
    Rick Cantrell
    09-24-2014, 12:15 PM Go to last post

  64. 2,100 Sq Ft, 13 Rooms, and 9 Circuit Breakers

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 09-19-2014 03:00 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,335
    Nick Ostrowski
    09-21-2014, 07:10 AM Go to last post

  65. Need help identifying this thing

    Started by Steve Payson, 09-13-2014 01:41 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,644
    Steve Payson
    09-19-2014, 05:16 PM Go to last post

  66. Need picture of Painted & Scorched outlet

    Started by Bob Sisson, 09-19-2014 09:08 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 831
    Mark Reinmiller
    09-19-2014, 05:01 PM Go to last post

  67. Wet Walls

    Started by Sherrill Jeffcoat, 09-09-2014 03:09 PM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,711
    John Dirks Jr
    09-15-2014, 05:39 AM Go to last post

  68. grounding of panel

    Started by cory nystul, 08-29-2014 11:57 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 2,635
    Jerry Peck
    09-09-2014, 01:48 PM Go to last post

  69. PVC VS Conduit

    Started by Cory Bates, 08-29-2014 11:22 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,518
    Dirk Jeanis
    09-09-2014, 10:15 AM Go to last post

  70. Breaker Feeding Subpanel

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 08-28-2014 03:23 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,056
    Nick Ostrowski
    08-28-2014, 10:26 AM Go to last post

  71. Neutral bonding in multiple units

    Started by John Kogel, 08-03-2014 11:24 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,591
    John Kogel
    08-27-2014, 10:08 AM Go to last post

  72. 2nd re-inspect and still appears wrong.

    Started by cory nystul, 08-06-2014 06:01 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 2,130
    Jerry Peck
    08-25-2014, 02:45 PM Go to last post

  73. Doubling up breakers in subpanel

    Started by Rick Bunzel, 08-19-2014 06:40 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,521
    Mark Reinmiller
    08-25-2014, 10:53 AM Go to last post

  74. Branch wire - grounding conductor

    Started by Ken Amelin, 08-20-2014 04:56 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,345
    John Kogel
    08-25-2014, 07:30 AM Go to last post

  75. GE A Series II 400 Amp Panel Bond Location

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 08-12-2014 07:03 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,472
    Rollie Meyers
    08-24-2014, 11:14 PM Go to last post

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