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  1. Ufer rebar

    Started by mark petty, 07-25-2014 05:07 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 5,914
    Jerry Peck
    07-31-2014, 04:23 PM Go to last post

  2. Contaminated panel

    Started by Ian Page, 07-26-2014 12:27 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 3,243
    Dirk Jeanis
    07-31-2014, 04:16 PM Go to last post

  3. kitchen island outlet

    Started by John Goad, 07-15-2014 01:46 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 4,422
    Don Hester
    07-26-2014, 05:30 PM Go to last post

  4. Grounding/bonding in sub-panels

    Started by Dave Rose, 07-16-2014 02:41 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 10,258
    Jerry Peck
    07-25-2014, 03:39 PM Go to last post

  5. Double Tapped Main Lugs

    Started by Tom Cissell, 07-15-2014 04:48 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 3,521
    Jim Hintz
    07-25-2014, 11:34 AM Go to last post

  6. Grounding to water supply from feeder panel

    Started by Mark Reinmiller, 07-23-2014 01:22 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,952
    Jerry Peck
    07-25-2014, 09:14 AM Go to last post

  7. Copper supply bonding

    Started by mark petty, 07-22-2014 04:22 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,749
    Jim Port
    07-23-2014, 01:57 PM Go to last post

  8. Electrical Roof Mast

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 06-26-2014 01:16 PM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 5,228
    Billy Stephens
    07-19-2014, 08:21 AM Go to last post

  9. More strange stuff..

    Started by Marc M, 06-24-2014 12:06 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 2,455
    john stone
    07-16-2014, 07:17 AM Go to last post

  10. BREAKER INSULATION ON WIRES

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 06-21-2014 03:57 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 5,734
    Dirk Jeanis
    07-15-2014, 06:19 PM Go to last post

  11. GFCI protected circuit

    Started by Ian Page, 06-29-2014 08:56 AM
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 3,263
    bob smit
    07-13-2014, 04:16 PM Go to last post

  12. non grounded conductor color(s)

    Started by Marc M, 07-06-2014 09:08 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,790
    Marc M
    07-06-2014, 09:03 PM Go to last post

  13. AC close to panel

    Started by Marc M, 06-29-2014 03:33 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,249
    Jim Port
    07-01-2014, 08:40 AM Go to last post

  14. Wall switch on/off diection

    Started by Marc M, 06-23-2014 09:32 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,969
    Stuart Brooks
    06-30-2014, 09:03 AM Go to last post

  15. wall sconce height

    Started by Chris McIntyre, 06-24-2014 03:05 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 8,660
    Rich Goeken
    06-30-2014, 06:00 AM Go to last post

  16. Grounded conductor split between two terminals

    Started by Marc M, 06-09-2014 07:22 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,377
    Marc M
    06-24-2014, 12:02 AM Go to last post

  17. Neighbor house burned 6AM

    Started by Dirk Jeanis, 06-04-2014 05:31 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,289
    Eric Barker
    06-21-2014, 04:04 PM Go to last post

  18. Stove wiring

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-23-2014 10:23 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 42
    • Views: 5,019
    Phil brody
    06-21-2014, 08:01 AM Go to last post

  19. Older Cloth Braid wire in older homes

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-17-2014 04:11 PM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 6,581
    bob smit
    06-18-2014, 05:50 AM Go to last post

  20. Panel concealed within cabinet

    Started by Ken Amelin, 06-07-2014 04:53 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 67
    • Views: 7,925
    Billy Stephens
    06-15-2014, 10:33 AM Go to last post

  21. "the Codes" in reference to another thread

    Started by Dirk Jeanis, 06-06-2014 01:02 PM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 2,808
    Jerry Peck
    06-12-2014, 12:12 PM Go to last post

  22. 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: 2,301
    Terry Beck
    06-09-2014, 09:22 AM Go to last post

  23. Improper main electric panel installation

    Started by Charlie Crouthamel, 06-07-2014 08:45 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,813
    Jerry Peck
    06-07-2014, 11:39 AM Go to last post

  24. 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: 2,442
    Jerry Peck
    06-07-2014, 11:21 AM Go to last post

  25. New adventures in panel stupidity

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 05-27-2014 06:55 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,015
    Bob Wisnewski
    06-07-2014, 05:16 AM Go to last post

  26. Are you ready for this one

    Started by Ken Amelin, 05-31-2014 05:45 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 51
    • Views: 6,183
    Jerry Peck
    06-06-2014, 10:25 AM Go to last post

  27. New Depth in inaccessible panels

    Started by Bob Sisson, 05-17-2014 06:21 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 4,542
    Jerry Peck
    05-27-2014, 07:11 PM Go to last post

  28. service neutral splice

    Started by John Arnold, 05-13-2014 10:15 AM
    neutral, service, splice 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 2,839
    bob smit
    05-26-2014, 06:59 PM Go to last post

  29. MWBC Three circuit breakers?

    Started by Vern Heiler, 05-20-2014 06:19 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 2,765
    Vern Heiler
    05-22-2014, 04:44 AM Go to last post

  30. Older Home with 2 wires and no Ground

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-16-2014 10:45 AM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 2,905
    Jerry Peck
    05-20-2014, 08:12 PM Go to last post

  31. Replace service panel if equipment label is missing?

    Started by Bruce Leininger, 05-20-2014 04:18 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,153
    Scott Patterson
    05-20-2014, 05:37 PM Go to last post

  32. Frank Adams Electric fuse panel

    Started by Rose Hallman, 05-15-2014 11:12 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 6,419
    Dirk Jeanis
    05-19-2014, 09:38 AM Go to last post

  33. Blocked service panel

    Started by Brandon Adams, 03-08-2014 03:27 PM
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 3,636
    Don Hester
    05-16-2014, 06:23 AM Go to last post

  34. FPE Panels News Story

    Started by Billy Stephens, 04-27-2014 10:49 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    10 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 84
    • Views: 8,837
    Garry Sorrells
    05-14-2014, 06:15 AM Go to last post

  35. Have You Ever Seen This???

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 05-05-2014 12:56 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,663
    Jim Robinson
    05-13-2014, 12:39 PM Go to last post

  36. 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: 2,282
    Tom Rees
    05-12-2014, 06:28 AM Go to last post

  37. Panel meltdown mystery

    Started by Bill Miller, 04-21-2014 08:02 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,158
    Mbrooke
    05-11-2014, 11:46 AM Go to last post

  38. Tempered glass

    Started by Gerald May, 04-15-2014 01:27 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,580
    Steve Lottatore
    04-30-2014, 06:33 PM Go to last post

  39. Smoke detectors

    Started by Wayne Edwards, 04-24-2014 02:49 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,942
    Bob Wisnewski
    04-30-2014, 06:05 AM Go to last post

  40. Service Panel De-Rated ?

    Started by Dan Harris, 04-29-2014 05:35 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,133
    Jerry Peck
    04-29-2014, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  41. Jumpers across circuit breakers

    Started by Walt Roze, 04-28-2014 01:17 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,082
    Garry Sorrells
    04-29-2014, 05:39 AM Go to last post

  42. Proper Wiring for Wall A/C Unit

    Started by Brian Harwood, 04-28-2014 03:41 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,755
    Brian Harwood
    04-29-2014, 02:35 AM Go to last post

  43. Electricians Terminology

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 02-03-2014 05:41 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 85
    • Views: 9,831
    Robert Mattison
    04-24-2014, 05:34 AM Go to last post

  44. 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: 17,610
    Raymond Wand
    04-23-2014, 02:14 PM Go to last post

  45. Pool bonding

    Started by Marc M, 11-21-2012 04:55 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 2,921
    Jerry Peck
    04-21-2014, 03:15 PM Go to last post

  46. Having a duh moment

    Started by ren ramsey, 04-17-2014 12:17 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 2,505
    Felix Lechner
    04-21-2014, 11:12 AM Go to last post

  47. Twisted Aluminum Neutrals

    Started by Lon Henderson, 04-16-2014 10:49 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,870
    Lon Henderson
    04-19-2014, 01:39 PM Go to last post

  48. Redneck roof job

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 04-17-2014 04:29 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,469
    Jerry Peck
    04-18-2014, 06:21 PM Go to last post

  49. Thanks for the note.

    Started by Ken Rowe, 04-10-2014 05:08 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,845
    Mike Clarke
    04-17-2014, 06:56 PM Go to last post

  50. Transformer panel for electric baseboard heat

    Started by Melvin Esh, 04-12-2014 02:40 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 3,656
    Gerry Bennett
    04-16-2014, 05:08 PM Go to last post

  51. 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: 48,868
    bob smit
    04-16-2014, 02:10 PM Go to last post

  52. Dual application recessed lights......

    Started by TcDuhon, 04-15-2014 10:18 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,761
    Mark Reinmiller
    04-15-2014, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  53. Electric Water Heater Clearance (Illinois)

    Started by Fred Rutherford, 04-14-2014 12:26 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,516
    John Kogel
    04-14-2014, 07:57 PM Go to last post

  54. Zinsco with copper bus bars

    Started by Matt Fellman, 04-08-2014 04:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 7,522
    Jerry Peck
    04-14-2014, 09:58 AM Go to last post

  55. Another fuse panel to kick around

    Started by John Kogel, 04-11-2014 08:07 PM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 3,295
    Bob Wisnewski
    04-14-2014, 05:04 AM Go to last post

  56. Lighting distance to pool water

    Started by Marc M, 04-11-2014 07:45 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,213
    Gunnar Alquist
    04-12-2014, 11:02 AM Go to last post

  57. Buried cable

    Started by manuel casares, 03-26-2014 06:03 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,466
    William Cline
    04-11-2014, 07:21 AM Go to last post

  58. 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: 6,827
    Jerry Peck
    04-09-2014, 05:32 PM Go to last post

  59. 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: 2,893
    Jerry Peck
    04-08-2014, 06:34 PM Go to last post

  60. Saw on Face Book ?????

    Started by Randy White, 04-02-2014 09:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,736
    Glenn R Cummings
    04-05-2014, 03:11 PM Go to last post

  61. Would you call it out?

    Started by cory nystul, 03-29-2014 09:24 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,435
    Billy Stephens
    03-30-2014, 08:35 PM Go to last post

  62. Electric Water Heater Installation - Plug-In

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 03-26-2014 03:09 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,178
    Mbrooke
    03-27-2014, 04:36 PM Go to last post

  63. Panel contamination pictures?

    Started by ren ramsey, 03-20-2014 05:54 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 69
    • Views: 9,644
    Jerry Peck
    03-27-2014, 05:10 AM Go to last post

  64. Main panel clearance in finished basement

    Started by Matt Kearney, 03-21-2014 12:28 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,329
    Rick Cantrell
    03-26-2014, 08:43 AM Go to last post

  65. extended wire in box?

    Started by cory nystul, 03-14-2014 04:53 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 3,460
    Daniel Rogers
    03-17-2014, 07:04 AM Go to last post

  66. Then comes the invasive inspection.

    Started by Glenn R Cummings, 03-12-2014 07:48 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,416
    Don Hester
    03-17-2014, 07:00 AM Go to last post

  67. Tandem breakers

    Started by Daniel Robinson, 03-10-2014 05:48 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,643
    Jim Port
    03-13-2014, 05:19 PM Go to last post

  68. Multi stranc copper?

    Started by cory nystul, 03-07-2014 11:08 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,851
    Jerry Peck
    03-09-2014, 08:29 AM Go to last post

  69. Help with this mess

    Started by Daniel DeCamp, 02-27-2014 09:06 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 2,705
    Jack Feldmann
    03-08-2014, 04:28 PM Go to last post

  70. Pain Panel Rating and Main Breaker

    Started by Phillip Joyner, Jr., 02-27-2014 08:07 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 49
    • Views: 5,253
    Tim Fuller
    03-05-2014, 10:00 AM Go to last post

  71. Warranty date and lifespan expectancies

    Started by Marshall Brown, 02-28-2014 08:20 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 3,179
    Dan Harris
    03-05-2014, 07:32 AM Go to last post

  72. never seen one of these

    Started by wayne soper, 02-27-2014 04:31 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 2,517
    Tom Rees
    03-03-2014, 05:51 PM Go to last post

  73. Radon testing agreements

    Started by Marshall Brown, 03-02-2014 09:51 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,388
    Ken Amelin
    03-03-2014, 05:42 AM Go to last post

  74. over fusing of electrical outlets

    Started by Stephen DeCosta, 02-24-2014 10:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 8,150
    Donald Farrell
    02-28-2014, 08:45 AM Go to last post

  75. Unexpected tripping of AFCI

    Started by Gene South, 02-22-2014 03:00 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 9,582
    John Kogel
    02-24-2014, 04:47 PM Go to last post

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