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  1. Neighbor house burned 6AM

    Started by Dirk Jeanis, 06-04-2014 05:31 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,506
    Eric Barker
    06-21-2014, 04:04 PM Go to last post

  2. Stove wiring

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-23-2014 10:23 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 42
    • Views: 3,090
    Phil brody
    06-21-2014, 08:01 AM Go to last post

  3. Older Cloth Braid wire in older homes

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-17-2014 04:11 PM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 4,258
    bob smit
    06-18-2014, 05:50 AM Go to last post

  4. Panel concealed within cabinet

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

  5. "the Codes" in reference to another thread

    Started by Dirk Jeanis, 06-06-2014 01:02 PM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 1,665
    Jerry Peck
    06-12-2014, 12:12 PM Go to last post

  6. 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: 1,435
    Terry Beck
    06-09-2014, 09:22 AM Go to last post

  7. Improper main electric panel installation

    Started by Charlie Crouthamel, 06-07-2014 08:45 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,238
    Jerry Peck
    06-07-2014, 11:39 AM Go to last post

  8. 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: 1,385
    Jerry Peck
    06-07-2014, 11:21 AM Go to last post

  9. New adventures in panel stupidity

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 05-27-2014 06:55 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,434
    Bob Wisnewski
    06-07-2014, 05:16 AM Go to last post

  10. Are you ready for this one

    Started by Ken Amelin, 05-31-2014 05:45 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 51
    • Views: 3,888
    Jerry Peck
    06-06-2014, 10:25 AM Go to last post

  11. New Depth in inaccessible panels

    Started by Bob Sisson, 05-17-2014 06:21 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 2,722
    Jerry Peck
    05-27-2014, 07:11 PM Go to last post

  12. service neutral splice

    Started by John Arnold, 05-13-2014 10:15 AM
    neutral, service, splice 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,981
    bob smit
    05-26-2014, 06:59 PM Go to last post

  13. MWBC Three circuit breakers?

    Started by Vern Heiler, 05-20-2014 06:19 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 1,655
    Vern Heiler
    05-22-2014, 04:44 AM Go to last post

  14. Older Home with 2 wires and no Ground

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-16-2014 10:45 AM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 1,795
    Jerry Peck
    05-20-2014, 08:12 PM Go to last post

  15. Replace service panel if equipment label is missing?

    Started by Bruce Leininger, 05-20-2014 04:18 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,476
    Scott Patterson
    05-20-2014, 05:37 PM Go to last post

  16. Frank Adams Electric fuse panel

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-15-2014 11:12 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 4,345
    Dirk Jeanis
    05-19-2014, 09:38 AM Go to last post

  17. Blocked service panel

    Started by Brandon Adams, 03-08-2014 03:27 PM
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 2,497
    Don Hester
    05-16-2014, 06:23 AM Go to last post

  18. FPE Panels News Story

    Started by Billy Stephens, 04-27-2014 10:49 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    10 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 84
    • Views: 6,047
    Garry Sorrells
    05-14-2014, 06:15 AM Go to last post

  19. Have You Ever Seen This???

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 05-05-2014 12:56 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,134
    Jim Robinson
    05-13-2014, 12:39 PM Go to last post

  20. 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: 1,557
    Tom Rees
    05-12-2014, 06:28 AM Go to last post

  21. Panel meltdown mystery

    Started by Bill Miller, 04-21-2014 08:02 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,499
    Mbrooke
    05-11-2014, 11:46 AM Go to last post

  22. Tempered glass

    Started by Gerald May, 04-15-2014 01:27 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,101
    Steve Lottatore
    04-30-2014, 06:33 PM Go to last post

  23. Smoke detectors

    Started by Wayne Edwards, 04-24-2014 02:49 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,333
    Bob Wisnewski
    04-30-2014, 06:05 AM Go to last post

  24. Service Panel De-Rated ?

    Started by Dan Harris, 04-29-2014 05:35 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,314
    Jerry Peck
    04-29-2014, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  25. Jumpers across circuit breakers

    Started by Walt Roze, 04-28-2014 01:17 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,426
    Garry Sorrells
    04-29-2014, 05:39 AM Go to last post

  26. Proper Wiring for Wall A/C Unit

    Started by Brian Harwood, 04-28-2014 03:41 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,193
    Brian Harwood
    04-29-2014, 02:35 AM Go to last post

  27. Electricians Terminology

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 02-03-2014 05:41 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 85
    • Views: 6,396
    Robert Mattison
    04-24-2014, 05:34 AM Go to last post

  28. 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: 11,283
    Raymond Wand
    04-23-2014, 02:14 PM Go to last post

  29. Pool bonding

    Started by Marc M, 11-21-2012 04:55 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,920
    Jerry Peck
    04-21-2014, 03:15 PM Go to last post

  30. Having a duh moment

    Started by ren ramsey, 04-17-2014 12:17 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,705
    Felix Lechner
    04-21-2014, 11:12 AM Go to last post

  31. Twisted Aluminum Neutrals

    Started by Lon Henderson, 04-16-2014 10:49 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,199
    Lon Henderson
    04-19-2014, 01:39 PM Go to last post

  32. Redneck roof job

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 04-17-2014 04:29 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,863
    Jerry Peck
    04-18-2014, 06:21 PM Go to last post

  33. Thanks for the note.

    Started by Ken Rowe, 04-10-2014 05:08 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,274
    Mike Clarke
    04-17-2014, 06:56 PM Go to last post

  34. Transformer panel for electric baseboard heat

    Started by Melvin Esh, 04-12-2014 02:40 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 2,393
    Gerry Bennett
    04-16-2014, 05:08 PM Go to last post

  35. 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: 24,935
    bob smit
    04-16-2014, 02:10 PM Go to last post

  36. Dual application recessed lights......

    Started by TcDuhon, 04-15-2014 10:18 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,101
    Mark Reinmiller
    04-15-2014, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  37. Electric Water Heater Clearance (Illinois)

    Started by Fred Rutherford, 04-14-2014 12:26 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 975
    John Kogel
    04-14-2014, 07:57 PM Go to last post

  38. Zinsco with copper bus bars

    Started by Matt Fellman, 04-08-2014 04:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 5,548
    Jerry Peck
    04-14-2014, 09:58 AM Go to last post

  39. Another fuse panel to kick around

    Started by John Kogel, 04-11-2014 08:07 PM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 2,263
    Bob Wisnewski
    04-14-2014, 05:04 AM Go to last post

  40. Lighting distance to pool water

    Started by Marc M, 04-11-2014 07:45 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,494
    Gunnar Alquist
    04-12-2014, 11:02 AM Go to last post

  41. Buried cable

    Started by manuel casares, 03-26-2014 06:03 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 2,613
    William Cline
    04-11-2014, 07:21 AM Go to last post

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

    Started by Mike Gault, 01-28-2014 05:25 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 53
    • Views: 4,015
    Jerry Peck
    04-09-2014, 05:32 PM Go to last post

  43. 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: 1,841
    Jerry Peck
    04-08-2014, 06:34 PM Go to last post

  44. Saw on Face Book ?????

    Started by Randy White, 04-02-2014 09:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,770
    Glenn R Cummings
    04-05-2014, 03:11 PM Go to last post

  45. Would you call it out?

    Started by cory nystul, 03-29-2014 09:24 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 765
    Billy Stephens
    03-30-2014, 08:35 PM Go to last post

  46. Electric Water Heater Installation - Plug-In

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 03-26-2014 03:09 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,551
    Mbrooke
    03-27-2014, 04:36 PM Go to last post

  47. Panel contamination pictures?

    Started by ren ramsey, 03-20-2014 05:54 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 69
    • Views: 4,638
    Jerry Peck
    03-27-2014, 05:10 AM Go to last post

  48. Main panel clearance in finished basement

    Started by Matt Kearney, 03-21-2014 12:28 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,587
    Rick Cantrell
    03-26-2014, 08:43 AM Go to last post

  49. extended wire in box?

    Started by cory nystul, 03-14-2014 04:53 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 2,385
    Daniel Rogers
    03-17-2014, 07:04 AM Go to last post

  50. Then comes the invasive inspection.

    Started by Glenn R Cummings, 03-12-2014 07:48 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,667
    Don Hester
    03-17-2014, 07:00 AM Go to last post

  51. Tandem breakers

    Started by Daniel Robinson, 03-10-2014 05:48 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,100
    Jim Port
    03-13-2014, 05:19 PM Go to last post

  52. Electrical Panel in Bathroom

    Started by Sam Morris, 12-10-2013 05:19 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 17,065
    Jerry Peck
    03-11-2014, 05:35 PM Go to last post

  53. Multi stranc copper?

    Started by cory nystul, 03-07-2014 11:08 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,236
    Jerry Peck
    03-09-2014, 08:29 AM Go to last post

  54. Help with this mess

    Started by Daniel DeCamp, 02-27-2014 09:06 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,969
    Jack Feldmann
    03-08-2014, 04:28 PM Go to last post

  55. Pain Panel Rating and Main Breaker

    Started by Phillip Joyner, Jr., 02-27-2014 08:07 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 49
    • Views: 3,475
    Tim Fuller
    03-05-2014, 10:00 AM Go to last post

  56. Warranty date and lifespan expectancies

    Started by Marshall Brown, 02-28-2014 08:20 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 2,258
    Dan Harris
    03-05-2014, 07:32 AM Go to last post

  57. never seen one of these

    Started by wayne soper, 02-27-2014 04:31 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,731
    Tom Rees
    03-03-2014, 05:51 PM Go to last post

  58. Radon testing agreements

    Started by Marshall Brown, 03-02-2014 09:51 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 930
    Ken Amelin
    03-03-2014, 05:42 AM Go to last post

  59. over fusing of electrical outlets

    Started by Stephen DeCosta, 02-24-2014 10:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 5,626
    Donald Farrell
    02-28-2014, 08:45 AM Go to last post

  60. Unexpected tripping of AFCI

    Started by Gene South, 02-22-2014 03:00 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 7,189
    John Kogel
    02-24-2014, 04:47 PM Go to last post

  61. How to Indentify Neutral Conductors? Survey Says?

    Started by Mike Kleisch, 02-19-2014 08:55 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,499
    Jim Port
    02-19-2014, 06:24 PM Go to last post

  62. copper clad aluminum branch circuits

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 02-17-2014 07:12 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,408
    Mbrooke
    02-19-2014, 01:09 PM Go to last post

  63. Electrical at RV sites

    Started by Jeff Zehnder, 02-17-2014 05:20 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,153
    Jerry Peck
    02-17-2014, 11:50 AM Go to last post

  64. A Challenge.....

    Started by Matt Fellman, 02-12-2014 06:15 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,599
    Speedy Petey
    02-16-2014, 05:51 AM Go to last post

  65. Electrical baseboard breakers got me confused.

    Started by Eli Smith, 02-09-2014 12:52 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,585
    Rollie Meyers
    02-15-2014, 07:40 PM Go to last post

  66. generator wiring with switch

    Started by patrice conklin, 02-07-2014 09:51 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 33
    • Views: 3,916
    jack davenport
    02-12-2014, 03:15 PM Go to last post

  67. Double GFCI's still not right

    Started by John Kogel, 02-01-2014 07:03 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 2,288
    John Kogel
    02-06-2014, 10:26 PM Go to last post

  68. Electrical Panel At Pool

    Started by Raymond Wand, 01-17-2014 05:01 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,778
    jakson
    02-05-2014, 06:09 AM Go to last post

  69. Cables Stapled To Bottom Edge Of Roof Rafters

    Started by David Tontarski, 02-03-2014 08:53 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,244
    Jerry Peck
    02-03-2014, 05:09 PM Go to last post

  70. Amazing Electrical Tricks!

    Started by Gary Burnett, 02-03-2014 11:37 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,415
    Jerry Peck
    02-03-2014, 12:07 PM Go to last post

  71. Question ITE (Gould) Pushmatic ?

    Started by Bob Sisson, 08-16-2013 02:33 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 5,027
    Rollie Meyers
    01-26-2014, 09:38 PM Go to last post

  72. Outlet on floor of kitchen cabinet

    Started by Terry Beck, 01-14-2014 11:23 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 3,372
    Jerry Peck
    01-26-2014, 08:40 PM Go to last post

  73. Feed From Service Panel to Sub Panel

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 11-15-2012 05:04 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 11,802
    Ken Amelin
    01-22-2014, 04:32 AM Go to last post

  74. Main Breaker Panel Service lead inlet

    Started by harold, 08-17-2013 04:26 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,411
    jack davenport
    01-21-2014, 12:54 PM Go to last post

  75. What is the wire?

    Started by Peter Louis, 04-22-2013 03:38 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 2,885
    Jerry Peck
    01-21-2014, 12:44 PM Go to last post

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