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  1. Copper supply bonding

    Started by mark petty, 07-22-2014 04:22 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 814
    Jim Port
    07-23-2014, 01:57 PM Go to last post

  2. Electrical Roof Mast

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 06-26-2014 01:16 PM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 1,932
    Billy Stephens
    07-19-2014, 08:21 AM Go to last post

  3. More strange stuff..

    Started by Marc M, 06-24-2014 12:06 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,426
    john stone
    07-16-2014, 07:17 AM Go to last post

  4. BREAKER INSULATION ON WIRES

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 06-21-2014 03:57 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 2,619
    Dirk Jeanis
    07-15-2014, 06:19 PM Go to last post

  5. GFCI protected circuit

    Started by Ian Page, 06-29-2014 08:56 AM
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 1,742
    bob smit
    07-13-2014, 04:16 PM Go to last post

  6. non grounded conductor color(s)

    Started by Marc M, 07-06-2014 09:08 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 923
    Marc M
    07-06-2014, 09:03 PM Go to last post

  7. AC close to panel

    Started by Marc M, 06-29-2014 03:33 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,216
    Jim Port
    07-01-2014, 08:40 AM Go to last post

  8. Wall switch on/off diection

    Started by Marc M, 06-23-2014 09:32 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,029
    Stuart Brooks
    06-30-2014, 09:03 AM Go to last post

  9. wall sconce height

    Started by Chris McIntyre, 06-24-2014 03:05 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,440
    Rich Goeken
    06-30-2014, 06:00 AM Go to last post

  10. Grounded conductor split between two terminals

    Started by Marc M, 06-09-2014 07:22 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,147
    Marc M
    06-24-2014, 12:02 AM Go to last post

  11. Neighbor house burned 6AM

    Started by Dirk Jeanis, 06-04-2014 05:31 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,239
    Eric Barker
    06-21-2014, 04:04 PM Go to last post

  12. Stove wiring

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-23-2014 10:23 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 42
    • Views: 2,593
    Phil brody
    06-21-2014, 08:01 AM Go to last post

  13. Older Cloth Braid wire in older homes

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-17-2014 04:11 PM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 2,985
    bob smit
    06-18-2014, 05:50 AM Go to last post

  14. Panel concealed within cabinet

    Started by Ken Amelin, 06-07-2014 04:53 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 67
    • Views: 3,937
    Billy Stephens
    06-15-2014, 10:33 AM Go to last post

  15. "the Codes" in reference to another thread

    Started by Dirk Jeanis, 06-06-2014 01:02 PM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 1,203
    Jerry Peck
    06-12-2014, 12:12 PM Go to last post

  16. What kind of over current or main shutoff is this?

    Started by Ryan Castillo, 06-05-2014 07:19 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,136
    Terry Beck
    06-09-2014, 09:22 AM Go to last post

  17. Improper main electric panel installation

    Started by Charlie Crouthamel, 06-07-2014 08:45 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 994
    Jerry Peck
    06-07-2014, 11:39 AM Go to last post

  18. G.F.C.I outlet over edge of tub

    Started by Charlie Crouthamel, 06-04-2014 04:11 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,010
    Jerry Peck
    06-07-2014, 11:21 AM Go to last post

  19. New adventures in panel stupidity

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 05-27-2014 06:55 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,253
    Bob Wisnewski
    06-07-2014, 05:16 AM Go to last post

  20. Are you ready for this one

    Started by Ken Amelin, 05-31-2014 05:45 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 51
    • Views: 3,053
    Jerry Peck
    06-06-2014, 10:25 AM Go to last post

  21. New Depth in inaccessible panels

    Started by Bob Sisson, 05-17-2014 06:21 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 2,075
    Jerry Peck
    05-27-2014, 07:11 PM Go to last post

  22. service neutral splice

    Started by John Arnold, 05-13-2014 10:15 AM
    neutral, service, splice 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,733
    bob smit
    05-26-2014, 06:59 PM Go to last post

  23. MWBC Three circuit breakers?

    Started by Vern Heiler, 05-20-2014 06:19 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 1,292
    Vern Heiler
    05-22-2014, 04:44 AM Go to last post

  24. Older Home with 2 wires and no Ground

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-16-2014 10:45 AM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 1,493
    Jerry Peck
    05-20-2014, 08:12 PM Go to last post

  25. Replace service panel if equipment label is missing?

    Started by Bruce Leininger, 05-20-2014 04:18 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,129
    Scott Patterson
    05-20-2014, 05:37 PM Go to last post

  26. Frank Adams Electric fuse panel

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-15-2014 11:12 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 3,070
    Dirk Jeanis
    05-19-2014, 09:38 AM Go to last post

  27. Blocked service panel

    Started by Brandon Adams, 03-08-2014 02:27 PM
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 2,118
    Don Hester
    05-16-2014, 06:23 AM Go to last post

  28. FPE Panels News Story

    Started by Billy Stephens, 04-27-2014 10:49 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    10 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 84
    • Views: 5,037
    Garry Sorrells
    05-14-2014, 06:15 AM Go to last post

  29. Have You Ever Seen This???

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 05-05-2014 12:56 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 894
    Jim Robinson
    05-13-2014, 12:39 PM Go to last post

  30. White ceramic type substance on breakers, what could it be?

    Started by mark petty, 05-08-2014 04:14 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,359
    Tom Rees
    05-12-2014, 06:28 AM Go to last post

  31. Panel meltdown mystery

    Started by Bill Miller, 04-21-2014 08:02 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,288
    Mbrooke
    05-11-2014, 11:46 AM Go to last post

  32. Tempered glass

    Started by Gerald May, 04-15-2014 01:27 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 901
    Steve Lottatore
    04-30-2014, 06:33 PM Go to last post

  33. Smoke detectors

    Started by Wayne Edwards, 04-24-2014 02:49 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,080
    Bob Wisnewski
    04-30-2014, 06:05 AM Go to last post

  34. Service Panel De-Rated ?

    Started by Dan Harris, 04-29-2014 05:35 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,072
    Jerry Peck
    04-29-2014, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  35. Jumpers across circuit breakers

    Started by Walt Roze, 04-28-2014 01:17 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,199
    Garry Sorrells
    04-29-2014, 05:39 AM Go to last post

  36. Proper Wiring for Wall A/C Unit

    Started by Brian Harwood, 04-28-2014 03:41 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 954
    Brian Harwood
    04-29-2014, 02:35 AM Go to last post

  37. Electricians Terminology

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 02-03-2014 04:41 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 85
    • Views: 5,518
    Robert Mattison
    04-24-2014, 05:34 AM Go to last post

  38. Anyone know about the reliabiltiy of these mini-breakers that replaced fuses?

    Started by ren ramsey, 03-25-2014 05:14 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 92
    • Views: 8,420
    Raymond Wand
    04-23-2014, 02:14 PM Go to last post

  39. Pool bonding

    Started by Marc M, 11-21-2012 03:55 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,527
    Jerry Peck
    04-21-2014, 03:15 PM Go to last post

  40. Having a duh moment

    Started by ren ramsey, 04-17-2014 12:17 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,423
    Felix Lechner
    04-21-2014, 11:12 AM Go to last post

  41. Twisted Aluminum Neutrals

    Started by Lon Henderson, 04-16-2014 10:49 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 956
    Lon Henderson
    04-19-2014, 01:39 PM Go to last post

  42. Redneck roof job

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 04-17-2014 04:29 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,664
    Jerry Peck
    04-18-2014, 06:21 PM Go to last post

  43. Thanks for the note.

    Started by Ken Rowe, 04-10-2014 05:08 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,046
    Mike Clarke
    04-17-2014, 06:56 PM Go to last post

  44. Transformer panel for electric baseboard heat

    Started by Melvin Esh, 04-12-2014 02:40 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 1,995
    Gerry Bennett
    04-16-2014, 05:08 PM Go to last post

  45. Electrical wiring in contact with gas pipe, metal water pipe, and HVAC runs

    Started by Jody Humbert, 04-10-2014 02:43 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 14,117
    bob smit
    04-16-2014, 02:10 PM Go to last post

  46. Dual application recessed lights......

    Started by TcDuhon, 04-15-2014 10:18 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 888
    Mark Reinmiller
    04-15-2014, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  47. Electric Water Heater Clearance (Illinois)

    Started by Fred Rutherford, 04-14-2014 12:26 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 787
    John Kogel
    04-14-2014, 07:57 PM Go to last post

  48. Zinsco with copper bus bars

    Started by Matt Fellman, 04-08-2014 04:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 4,171
    Jerry Peck
    04-14-2014, 09:58 AM Go to last post

  49. Another fuse panel to kick around

    Started by John Kogel, 04-11-2014 08:07 PM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 1,884
    Bob Wisnewski
    04-14-2014, 05:04 AM Go to last post

  50. Lighting distance to pool water

    Started by Marc M, 04-11-2014 07:45 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,653
    Gunnar Alquist
    04-12-2014, 11:02 AM Go to last post

  51. Buried cable

    Started by manuel casares, 03-26-2014 06:03 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 2,236
    William Cline
    04-11-2014, 07:21 AM Go to last post

  52. Unhappy Electrician said the Double Lugged Neutrals are Okay per panel directions?

    Started by Mike Gault, 01-28-2014 04:25 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 53
    • Views: 2,766
    Jerry Peck
    04-09-2014, 05:32 PM Go to last post

  53. Main Panel or Subpanel in unit where main disconnect is in basement

    Started by Melvin Esh, 04-07-2014 01:56 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,420
    Jerry Peck
    04-08-2014, 06:34 PM Go to last post

  54. Saw on Face Book ?????

    Started by Randy White, 04-02-2014 09:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,471
    Glenn R Cummings
    04-05-2014, 03:11 PM Go to last post

  55. Would you call it out?

    Started by cory nystul, 03-29-2014 09:24 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 595
    Billy Stephens
    03-30-2014, 08:35 PM Go to last post

  56. Electric Water Heater Installation - Plug-In

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 03-26-2014 03:09 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,320
    Mbrooke
    03-27-2014, 04:36 PM Go to last post

  57. Panel contamination pictures?

    Started by ren ramsey, 03-20-2014 05:54 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 69
    • Views: 3,989
    Jerry Peck
    03-27-2014, 05:10 AM Go to last post

  58. Main panel clearance in finished basement

    Started by Matt Kearney, 03-21-2014 12:28 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,351
    Rick Cantrell
    03-26-2014, 08:43 AM Go to last post

  59. extended wire in box?

    Started by cory nystul, 03-14-2014 04:53 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 1,921
    Daniel Rogers
    03-17-2014, 07:04 AM Go to last post

  60. Then comes the invasive inspection.

    Started by Glenn R Cummings, 03-12-2014 07:48 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,439
    Don Hester
    03-17-2014, 07:00 AM Go to last post

  61. Tandem breakers

    Started by Daniel Robinson, 03-10-2014 05:48 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 900
    Jim Port
    03-13-2014, 05:19 PM Go to last post

  62. Electrical Panel in Bathroom

    Started by Sam Morris, 12-10-2013 04:19 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 12,358
    Jerry Peck
    03-11-2014, 05:35 PM Go to last post

  63. Multi stranc copper?

    Started by cory nystul, 03-07-2014 10:08 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,022
    Jerry Peck
    03-09-2014, 08:29 AM Go to last post

  64. Help with this mess

    Started by Daniel DeCamp, 02-27-2014 08:06 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,675
    Jack Feldmann
    03-08-2014, 03:28 PM Go to last post

  65. Pain Panel Rating and Main Breaker

    Started by Phillip Joyner, Jr., 02-27-2014 07:07 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 49
    • Views: 2,778
    Tim Fuller
    03-05-2014, 09:00 AM Go to last post

  66. Warranty date and lifespan expectancies

    Started by Marshall Brown, 02-28-2014 07:20 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 1,937
    Dan Harris
    03-05-2014, 06:32 AM Go to last post

  67. never seen one of these

    Started by wayne soper, 02-27-2014 03:31 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,468
    Tom Rees
    03-03-2014, 04:51 PM Go to last post

  68. Radon testing agreements

    Started by Marshall Brown, 03-02-2014 08:51 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 726
    Ken Amelin
    03-03-2014, 04:42 AM Go to last post

  69. over fusing of electrical outlets

    Started by Stephen DeCosta, 02-24-2014 09:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 3,660
    Donald Farrell
    02-28-2014, 07:45 AM Go to last post

  70. Unexpected tripping of AFCI

    Started by Gene South, 02-22-2014 02:00 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 5,017
    John Kogel
    02-24-2014, 03:47 PM Go to last post

  71. How to Indentify Neutral Conductors? Survey Says?

    Started by Mike Kleisch, 02-19-2014 07:55 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,196
    Jim Port
    02-19-2014, 05:24 PM Go to last post

  72. copper clad aluminum branch circuits

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 02-17-2014 06:12 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,144
    Mbrooke
    02-19-2014, 12:09 PM Go to last post

  73. Electrical at RV sites

    Started by Jeff Zehnder, 02-17-2014 04:20 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 936
    Jerry Peck
    02-17-2014, 10:50 AM Go to last post

  74. A Challenge.....

    Started by Matt Fellman, 02-12-2014 05:15 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,396
    Speedy Petey
    02-16-2014, 04:51 AM Go to last post

  75. Electrical baseboard breakers got me confused.

    Started by Eli Smith, 02-09-2014 11:52 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,360
    Rollie Meyers
    02-15-2014, 06:40 PM Go to last post

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