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  1. 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: 758
    Michael Bronner
    02-28-2015, 05:22 AM Go to last post

  2. Is This Aluminum Wiring?

    Started by Kyle Montgomery, 02-16-2015 10:48 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 38
    • Views: 2,593
    Jerry Peck
    02-19-2015, 05:11 PM Go to last post

  3. Equipment Disconnect Location

    Started by James Hudson, 02-17-2015 05:41 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,067
    Jerry Peck
    02-17-2015, 05:24 PM Go to last post

  4. Double tapped?

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 02-04-2015 10:01 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 47
    • Views: 3,776
    Jerry Peck
    02-17-2015, 05:21 PM Go to last post

  5. Need a narrative.

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 02-04-2015 03:48 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 2,472
    JeffGHooper
    02-15-2015, 12:02 PM Go to last post

  6. Anybody seens something like this?

    Started by cory nystul, 02-06-2015 09:32 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,650
    david shapiro
    02-15-2015, 11:10 AM Go to last post

  7. 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: 2,428
    Jerry Peck
    02-15-2015, 10:21 AM Go to last post

  8. Butt splice connectors

    Started by Vern Heiler, 01-31-2015 11:28 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 3,366
    Donald Farrell
    02-12-2015, 07:49 AM Go to last post

  9. CT metering

    Started by Mbrooke, 02-09-2015 07:55 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 977
    john stone
    02-10-2015, 12:52 PM Go to last post

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

    Started by Jim Luttrall, 01-30-2015 04:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 2,004
    Jim Luttrall
    02-06-2015, 07:52 PM Go to last post

  11. 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: 1,079
    John Kogel
    02-05-2015, 03:37 PM Go to last post

  12. Amazed it is still here

    Started by Jim Robinson, 01-28-2015 04:41 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,076
    Bruce Low
    02-03-2015, 11:11 AM Go to last post

  13. Eaton AFCI - Blinking Red Light

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 07-02-2014 07:51 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 26,840
    Lon Henderson
    01-20-2015, 03:14 PM Go to last post

  14. Whats this bar in the electrical panel called ?

    Started by Sam Morris, 01-10-2015 08:51 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,054
    Jerry Peck
    01-13-2015, 07:39 AM Go to last post

  15. What is this device on the breaker?

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 08-13-2013 02:40 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,268
    Jerry Peck
    01-03-2015, 07:17 PM Go to last post

  16. Electrical in sauna

    Started by mark petty, 12-26-2014 05:02 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 3,798
    Jim Port
    12-29-2014, 05:24 PM Go to last post

  17. 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: 1,947
    Jerry Peck
    12-22-2014, 09:27 AM Go to last post

  18. 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: 1,755
    Jerry Peck
    12-19-2014, 04:22 PM Go to last post

  19. 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: 2,156
    Dave Ruth
    12-19-2014, 04:33 AM Go to last post

  20. Exclamation Circuit Breaker Recall

    Started by Julian Cofer, 12-18-2014 02:40 PM
    breakers, circuit breaker, electric, recall, schneider electric
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 708
    Julian Cofer
    12-18-2014, 02:40 PM Go to last post

  21. Todays Inspection

    Started by Raymond Wand, 12-13-2014 01:57 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 2,576
    gary carroll
    12-18-2014, 10:19 AM Go to last post

  22. Suretest

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 11-29-2014 03:23 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,050
    John Kogel
    12-01-2014, 05:21 PM Go to last post

  23. Ceiling installation on aluminum porch ceiling

    Started by mark petty, 11-18-2014 07:42 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,101
    Jerry Peck
    11-27-2014, 07:01 PM Go to last post

  24. A Half updated two family Main Panels question

    Started by chris vis, 11-25-2014 07:10 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,108
    jack davenport
    11-27-2014, 06:59 AM Go to last post

  25. Recessed lights and insulation contact question

    Started by mark petty, 11-21-2014 01:06 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,256
    Jerry Peck
    11-22-2014, 12:36 PM Go to last post

  26. What is this button for?

    Started by Paul Friesen, 11-08-2014 08:10 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 2,133
    Lon Henderson
    11-20-2014, 06:25 AM Go to last post

  27. Downstream service panel (AKA) Sub Panel

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-05-2014 04:33 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,278
    Brad Rodgers
    11-17-2014, 07:28 PM Go to last post

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

    Started by Trent Tarter, 11-09-2014 06:35 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,117
    Dave Ruth
    11-14-2014, 04:48 PM Go to last post

  29. Reset for bathrom GFCI is in garage

    Started by Terry Beck, 11-14-2014 12:04 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,236
    Jerry Peck
    11-14-2014, 10:31 AM Go to last post

  30. When were GFCI's required?

    Started by Paul Friesen, 11-13-2014 01:07 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 912
    Paul Friesen
    11-14-2014, 08:52 AM Go to last post

  31. AKA Sub-Panel

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-12-2014 03:53 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,680
    Rollie Meyers
    11-14-2014, 12:37 AM Go to last post

  32. How often should smoke detectors be replaced?

    Started by Jerry Peck, 08-14-2007 08:11 PM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 81,794
    Jim Robinson
    11-08-2014, 07:14 AM Go to last post

  33. Light switch proximity to entry door

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-03-2014 04:27 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 3,698
    Jim Port
    11-06-2014, 09:48 AM Go to last post

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

    Started by Garry Sorrells, 11-03-2014 10:40 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,187
    Jim Port
    11-04-2014, 12:41 PM Go to last post

  35. Meter and hose bibb

    Started by Tom Rees, 10-28-2014 07:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 2,838
    gargalaxy
    11-03-2014, 07:08 PM Go to last post

  36. Wiring in Service Panel Question

    Started by Lon Henderson, 10-23-2014 05:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,743
    Greg Madden
    11-02-2014, 11:56 AM Go to last post

  37. Old school night light?????

    Started by cory nystul, 10-27-2014 08:40 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,579
    Facilities
    11-01-2014, 06:32 PM Go to last post

  38. sinlge wire in double pull breaker

    Started by cory nystul, 10-22-2014 08:01 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,460
    Vern Heiler
    10-23-2014, 03:25 PM Go to last post

  39. Underground Service Settling.

    Started by Michael Chambers, 10-18-2014 10:34 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 2,020
    tj glenn
    10-23-2014, 09:38 AM Go to last post

  40. 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: 1,828
    Rollie Meyers
    10-19-2014, 01:32 PM Go to last post

  41. Pool lights and GFCI protection

    Started by mark petty, 10-09-2014 11:09 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,014
    Jerry Peck
    10-19-2014, 08:36 AM Go to last post

  42. Attic splice Snap connector

    Started by Eric Delio, 10-06-2014 02:39 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 69
    • Views: 4,050
    Mike Pagozalski
    10-18-2014, 04:03 PM Go to last post

  43. maximum nubmer of wires in a junction box

    Started by Sky Jones, 10-16-2014 10:20 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 960
    Jim Port
    10-17-2014, 11:51 AM Go to last post

  44. Breaker Tripping

    Started by Rick Cantrell, 10-15-2014 07:54 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 916
    Mark Reinmiller
    10-15-2014, 06:02 PM Go to last post

  45. 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: 2,069
    Jerry Peck
    10-15-2014, 10:48 AM Go to last post

  46. Newbie Introduction

    Started by david shapiro, 10-15-2014 07:38 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 612
    david shapiro
    10-15-2014, 07:38 AM Go to last post

  47. No ground?

    Started by Dave Rose, 09-30-2014 10:28 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 2,323
    Dave Rose
    10-06-2014, 10:20 AM Go to last post

  48. Cutler Hammer Panel

    Started by Donald Hobson, 10-02-2014 03:59 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,095
    Jim Port
    10-04-2014, 07:39 PM Go to last post

  49. electrical ground question

    Started by Tom Iovanne, 10-01-2014 11:15 AM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,433
    Joe Klampfer
    10-04-2014, 10:11 AM Go to last post

  50. AFCI receptacles

    Started by Marc M, 09-26-2014 09:12 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,411
    Marc M
    10-04-2014, 08:58 AM Go to last post

  51. 200.7 Using white wire as ungrounded conductor

    Started by Marc M, 10-03-2014 11:35 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,125
    Marc M
    10-04-2014, 07:18 AM Go to last post

  52. Service wires in contact with metal downspout

    Started by Ken Amelin, 09-30-2014 10:23 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,459
    Ian Page
    10-02-2014, 01:14 PM Go to last post

  53. will a DIY light fixture pass electrical inspection?

    Started by Mark Villalobos, 02-17-2014 12:44 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 6,188
    Mark Harris
    09-26-2014, 09:53 AM Go to last post

  54. Kitchen Counter Top Receptacle requirements

    Started by Mathew Keith Stouffer, 09-16-2014 07:21 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 2,423
    Rick Cantrell
    09-24-2014, 12:15 PM Go to last post

  55. 2,100 Sq Ft, 13 Rooms, and 9 Circuit Breakers

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 09-19-2014 03:00 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,320
    Nick Ostrowski
    09-21-2014, 07:10 AM Go to last post

  56. Need help identifying this thing

    Started by Steve Payson, 09-13-2014 01:41 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,628
    Steve Payson
    09-19-2014, 05:16 PM Go to last post

  57. Need picture of Painted & Scorched outlet

    Started by Bob Sisson, 09-19-2014 09:08 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 817
    Mark Reinmiller
    09-19-2014, 05:01 PM Go to last post

  58. Wet Walls

    Started by Sherrill Jeffcoat, 09-09-2014 03:09 PM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,686
    John Dirks Jr
    09-15-2014, 05:39 AM Go to last post

  59. grounding of panel

    Started by cory nystul, 08-29-2014 11:57 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 2,622
    Jerry Peck
    09-09-2014, 01:48 PM Go to last post

  60. PVC VS Conduit

    Started by Cory Bates, 08-29-2014 11:22 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,504
    Dirk Jeanis
    09-09-2014, 10:15 AM Go to last post

  61. Breaker Feeding Subpanel

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 08-28-2014 03:23 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,041
    Nick Ostrowski
    08-28-2014, 10:26 AM Go to last post

  62. Neutral bonding in multiple units

    Started by John Kogel, 08-03-2014 11:24 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,572
    John Kogel
    08-27-2014, 10:08 AM Go to last post

  63. 2nd re-inspect and still appears wrong.

    Started by cory nystul, 08-06-2014 06:01 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 2,109
    Jerry Peck
    08-25-2014, 02:45 PM Go to last post

  64. Doubling up breakers in subpanel

    Started by Rick Bunzel, 08-19-2014 06:40 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,508
    Mark Reinmiller
    08-25-2014, 10:53 AM Go to last post

  65. Branch wire - grounding conductor

    Started by Ken Amelin, 08-20-2014 04:56 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,334
    John Kogel
    08-25-2014, 07:30 AM Go to last post

  66. GE A Series II 400 Amp Panel Bond Location

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 08-12-2014 07:03 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,456
    Rollie Meyers
    08-24-2014, 11:14 PM Go to last post

  67. Electrical room egress

    Started by Donald Farrell, 08-19-2014 10:39 AM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 3,928
    Donald Farrell
    08-20-2014, 08:02 AM Go to last post

  68. how many spliced circuits should be in one junction box?

    Started by Sherrie Lyle, 08-09-2014 10:40 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 5,453
    Dirk Jeanis
    08-18-2014, 06:47 PM Go to last post

  69. Scorched bus - 1990s Sylvania Panel

    Started by Matt Fellman, 08-11-2014 12:58 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,524
    Don Hester
    08-18-2014, 06:46 AM Go to last post

  70. Deteriorated cloth sheathing

    Started by Raymond Wand, 07-30-2014 06:02 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,448
    Raymond Wand
    08-07-2014, 04:03 AM Go to last post

  71. Multiple spices in main panel on 2007 home (over 45)

    Started by mark petty, 07-31-2014 03:00 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,552
    Dan Scherlis
    08-06-2014, 10:53 AM Go to last post

  72. Habitable space lighting requirements, switched lights.

    Started by Don Hester, 08-04-2014 10:08 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,273
    Don Hester
    08-05-2014, 04:52 PM Go to last post

  73. Ground wire from meter can to main panel box

    Started by mark petty, 07-30-2014 06:33 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 2,094
    Rick Cantrell
    08-01-2014, 11:11 AM Go to last post

  74. what is this?

    Started by Dave Hill, 07-23-2014 03:02 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 1,799
    David Dolch
    08-01-2014, 09:26 AM Go to last post

  75. Ufer rebar

    Started by mark petty, 07-25-2014 05:07 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 2,537
    Jerry Peck
    07-31-2014, 04:23 PM Go to last post

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