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  1. Is this 100 amp or 200 amp service?

    Started by Wayne Turley, 02-01-2009 01:26 AM
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 97,208
    Bill Kriegh
    05-17-2011, 08:18 PM Go to last post

  2. How often should smoke detectors be replaced?

    Started by Jerry Peck, 08-14-2007 08:11 PM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 89,799
    Jim Robinson
    11-08-2014, 08:14 AM Go to last post

  3. Cutler Hammer cross reference

    Started by John Kogel, 11-15-2009 10:44 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 76,430
    Robert Mattison
    11-16-2009, 06:46 PM Go to last post

  4. More than one GFI on the same circuit

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 04-30-2010 05:55 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 58
    • Views: 73,046
    Mbrooke
    10-22-2013, 07:29 AM Go to last post

  5. Number of outlets on a single circuit?

    Started by Greg Subick, 09-30-2010 04:52 PM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 70,362
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    10-07-2010, 02:56 PM Go to last post

  6. Eaton AFCI - Blinking Red Light

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 07-02-2014 07:51 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 70,324
    Lon Henderson
    01-20-2015, 04:14 PM Go to last post

  7. 35 Amp Breaker and 10 GA wire for AC Condenser

    Started by Leo Leidlein, 10-15-2009 02:38 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 42
    • Views: 69,077
    Jim Port
    04-06-2020, 04:45 PM Go to last post

  8. Why all 3 lights of circuit tester are on

    Started by Daniel Leung, 07-23-2009 10:15 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 66,405
    Michael Chambers
    09-17-2012, 11:44 PM Go to last post

  9. Question Pushmatic Panels

    Started by Jody Humbert, 07-09-2009 08:00 AM
    2 Pages •
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    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 67
    • Views: 65,278
    bob smit
    11-10-2009, 02:10 PM Go to last post

  10. Wire nuts inside panel

    Started by Stephen Clausen, 07-01-2010 10:42 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 55
    • Views: 64,174
    Gabe S
    07-06-2010, 07:31 PM Go to last post

  11. Max amperage off a sub panel?

    Started by Rich Sumen, 03-16-2011 02:32 PM
    • Replies: 41
    • Views: 61,542
    Garry Sorrells
    03-23-2011, 07:11 AM Go to last post

  12. RED LIGHT AND GREEN LIGHT ON GFCI BREAKER

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 02-15-2013 01:07 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 61,099
    Bruce Ramsey
    02-16-2013, 06:37 PM Go to last post

  13. Faucet to Electrical outlet (GFI)

    Started by Frank Albanello, 01-24-2011 06:41 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 55,760
    Frank Albanello
    01-30-2011, 05:55 AM Go to last post

  14. 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: 55,057
    bob smit
    04-16-2014, 02:10 PM Go to last post

  15. Electrical Receptacle Spacing

    Started by Tom McDonnell, 07-17-2007 09:25 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 53,329
    Jerry Peck
    05-25-2009, 01:49 PM Go to last post

  16. Flashing lights on dimmer switches

    Started by Mike Cudahy, 08-04-2008 05:12 AM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 51,192
    Joe Klampfer
    08-11-2008, 10:23 PM Go to last post

  17. electricial tape wrap around wire nuts

    Started by Robert Mattison, 08-02-2009 09:55 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 89
    • Views: 50,817
    William A. Grant
    12-24-2012, 05:56 PM Go to last post

  18. Romex running under joist

    Started by mathew stouffer, 03-13-2009 08:01 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 104
    • Views: 50,525
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    04-06-2009, 11:18 PM Go to last post

  19. Light switches in bedroom trip AFCI breaker

    Started by Nick McBurney, 03-25-2010 04:46 PM
    • Replies: 48
    • Views: 49,924
    Stuart Brooks
    08-18-2013, 07:33 AM Go to last post

  20. 2 pole breakers used for 2 single pole circuits

    Started by Jim Weyenberg, 03-12-2010 07:53 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 49,305
    Jim Weyenberg
    03-14-2010, 10:38 AM Go to last post

  21. Should AFCI breakers be installed on circuits that have GFCI's ?

    Started by Gene South, 11-22-2010 05:24 PM
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 49,259
    Jerry Peck
    01-07-2011, 06:50 PM Go to last post

  22. Challenger panel with GE and Westinghouse breakers

    Started by mathew stouffer, 11-05-2009 05:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 39
    • Views: 48,818
    John Steinke
    11-16-2009, 06:19 AM Go to last post

  23. Exposed romex

    Started by Jody Humbert, 02-14-2012 01:05 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 47,115
    Derek Guridi
    02-16-2012, 06:39 AM Go to last post

  24. Min/Max receptacle height above floor?

    Started by Bruce Ramsey, 11-16-2013 05:03 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 46,226
    Jim Port
    11-19-2013, 10:07 AM Go to last post

  25. Bunching Romex

    Started by Lawrence Thomas, 11-04-2011 05:22 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 128
    • Views: 46,219
    Roland Miller
    10-10-2013, 05:59 PM Go to last post

  26. Outlets under kitchen sink

    Started by Charles Wilson, 08-26-2012 06:29 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 46,153
    ken horak
    08-31-2012, 05:14 PM Go to last post

  27. Kitchen Island receptacle requirements

    Started by mathew stouffer, 02-28-2012 07:20 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 45,258
    Robert Meier
    03-02-2012, 02:51 AM Go to last post

  28. Light/fan inside bathroom shower

    Started by Thomas Thayer, 06-05-2011 04:35 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 44,707
    Jim Port
    06-07-2011, 02:22 PM Go to last post

  29. Romex through sheetrock?

    Started by Robert Autrey, 05-11-2009 01:37 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 77
    • Views: 43,509
    Robert Mattison
    05-17-2009, 05:08 PM Go to last post

  30. Properties of PVC Electrical Conduit vs PVC Pipe

    Started by Bill Maher, 11-13-2009 06:17 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 42,794
    Jim Port
    11-15-2009, 12:35 PM Go to last post

  31. 50 amp breaker on a range circuit.

    Started by John Kogel, 12-08-2011 10:33 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 42,782
    Jeff Keyeux
    06-08-2015, 05:57 PM Go to last post

  32. Double pole breaker being used for 110 circuits

    Started by Trent Tarter, 03-06-2013 06:27 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 42,348
    Rick Cantrell
    01-14-2014, 03:50 PM Go to last post

  33. Refrigerator on GFCI circuit

    Started by Phillip Stojanik, 07-28-2007 02:04 PM
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 42,000
    Roger Frazee
    05-23-2011, 08:17 PM Go to last post

  34. Distance from meter to panel box

    Started by Bob Hunt, 10-28-2009 01:18 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 41,109
    Jerry Peck
    02-21-2013, 08:03 PM Go to last post

  35. Unhappy GFCI on a Gas range

    Started by Anthony Alderman, 01-13-2010 04:06 PM
    • Replies: 62
    • Views: 40,968
    bob smit
    01-21-2010, 06:49 PM Go to last post

  36. Question Main service panel height

    Started by Trent Tarter, 02-11-2009 08:59 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 50
    • Views: 40,895
    Ted Menelly
    02-17-2009, 11:36 AM Go to last post

  37. Determining the amperage mat a main disconnect fuse block

    Started by Scott Bray, 08-01-2013 10:02 AM
    5 Pages •
    1 2 3 4 5
    12 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 265
    • Views: 40,326
    Jim Port
    09-11-2013, 07:10 PM Go to last post

  38. Door blocks Light Switch

    Started by Bruce Ramsey, 03-15-2010 06:31 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 112
    • Views: 39,196
    bob smit
    03-30-2010, 10:04 AM Go to last post

  39. 20 amp duplex receptacle on 15 amp circuit?

    Started by Michael Thomas, 06-19-2008 09:11 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 38,971
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    09-30-2010, 04:23 PM Go to last post

  40. HACR type breakers

    Started by Shane Pouch, 06-01-2007 11:50 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 38,709
    Jerry Peck
    10-31-2007, 07:57 PM Go to last post

  41. Main Disconnect(s) vs Main Service Panel

    Started by Michael Chambers, 06-10-2009 03:33 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 36,862
    Bill Kriegh
    06-11-2009, 06:15 AM Go to last post

  42. UFER ground in a new slab?

    Started by Jeff Pedigo, 01-09-2010 02:10 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 37
    • Views: 36,587
    Stacey Van Houtan
    01-15-2010, 01:28 PM Go to last post

  43. Light switch proximity to bath tub

    Started by JD Johnson, 03-30-2008 06:25 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 36,369
    Jerry Peck
    04-08-2008, 01:10 PM Go to last post

  44. How do I determine a Square D Electrical Panel Age

    Started by Bob Bassett, 05-26-2011 07:17 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 35,934
    Bob Bassett
    06-02-2011, 10:54 AM Go to last post

  45. splicing copper wire to aluminum

    Started by Robert Mattison, 09-03-2009 10:49 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 60
    • Views: 35,837
    Mike Schulz
    09-16-2009, 09:50 AM Go to last post

  46. Amalgamated Electric Corp Panel: Breakers?

    Started by Shawn Willy, 06-18-2009 12:31 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 35,836
    Shawn Willy
    12-21-2010, 11:18 AM Go to last post

  47. New smoke detector law - Texas

    Started by Jim Luttrall, 08-28-2007 03:44 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 35,751
    Ted Menelly
    12-18-2008, 08:09 PM Go to last post

  48. Water Heater Clearance Question

    Started by Greg Subick, 04-16-2008 04:49 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 34
    • Views: 35,382
    Jerry Peck
    01-15-2014, 04:42 PM Go to last post

  49. Why do two GFCIs on one circuit trip the breaker?

    Started by Lisa Robbins, 07-05-2010 10:29 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 42
    • Views: 34,878
    John Kogel
    07-12-2010, 07:37 PM Go to last post

  50. Dryer breaker size

    Started by Jody Humbert, 05-05-2010 09:43 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 34,414
    brian schmitt
    05-06-2010, 10:25 AM Go to last post

  51. 14 AWG and 12 AWG wire splicing

    Started by Michael Vasquez, 12-15-2008 03:22 PM
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 34,348
    Jeff Remas
    12-17-2008, 06:31 PM Go to last post

  52. Number of Wires allowed in Wire Nut?

    Started by Bruce Ramsey, 06-12-2013 06:47 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 51
    • Views: 34,310
    jakson
    01-21-2014, 03:33 AM Go to last post

  53. 3-wire dryer receptacle outlet

    Started by Jeff Eastman, 05-04-2007 02:20 PM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 34,299
    Jerry Peck
    07-17-2009, 07:47 AM Go to last post

  54. Great stuff foam

    Started by Rick Cantrell, 09-19-2008 05:00 PM
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 33,789
    Jerry Peck
    10-17-2011, 05:34 PM Go to last post

  55. Dishwasher service disconnect (NEC 422)

    Started by Dave Hahn, 01-08-2009 12:48 AM
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 33,571
    Denis Pohlman
    02-08-2016, 03:33 PM Go to last post

  56. Washer Machine outlet, GFCI protected?

    Started by Tim Moreira, 02-06-2008 05:39 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 33,208
    Ross Neag
    08-07-2011, 11:23 AM Go to last post

  57. What size bond conductor for Transformer - Neutral to Case

    Started by Shawn Willy, 08-18-2010 09:34 AM
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 32,971
    Roger Frazee
    08-19-2010, 05:16 PM Go to last post

  58. Max Number of GFI on one Circuit

    Started by Marc M, 11-12-2011 01:44 AM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 32,862
    Benjamin Thompson
    11-14-2011, 05:55 PM Go to last post

  59. Too much for 200A

    Started by Matt Fellman, 03-26-2008 10:38 PM
    3 Pages •
    1 2 3
    11 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 188
    • Views: 32,515
    James Duffin
    04-15-2008, 07:14 PM Go to last post

  60. Question Minimum height for garage receptacles

    Started by Trent Tarter, 06-11-2008 09:24 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 32,473
    Jerry Peck
    06-17-2008, 06:55 AM Go to last post

  61. Two Ground Wires Under One Screw (not lug)

    Started by Ian Currie, 08-20-2010 03:59 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 32,457
    Roger Frazee
    08-22-2010, 11:50 AM Go to last post

  62. Electrical Boxes & Switches for finished basement

    Started by shatan, 12-22-2008 07:59 PM
    3 Pages •
    1 2 3
    24 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 156
    • Views: 31,776
    Jim Zborowski
    01-14-2009, 06:40 AM Go to last post

  63. Outlets too close to bathtub

    Started by Ryan Stouffer, 07-15-2009 10:34 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 30,978
    Jerry Peck
    07-16-2009, 05:58 PM Go to last post

  64. Ground wire from cold to hot water lines then to gas line

    Started by Loren Sanders Sr., 04-21-2013 06:58 PM
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 30,947
    Jerry Peck
    04-26-2013, 06:53 PM Go to last post

  65. Question Number of downline outlets on GFCI

    Started by Ron Tipton, 11-20-2010 03:38 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 30,645
    John Kogel
    11-22-2010, 07:26 PM Go to last post

  66. Panel in bathroom?

    Started by Tom Rees, 07-08-2010 02:34 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 73
    • Views: 30,527
    Phil Houck
    04-23-2011, 02:38 PM Go to last post

  67. G.F.C.I. on a 2 wire system?

    Started by James Norman, 09-26-2011 12:47 PM
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 30,322
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    10-04-2011, 06:57 AM Go to last post

  68. Minimum Sub Panel Height?

    Started by Leo Leidlein, 06-17-2009 02:11 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 30,184
    A.D. Miller
    06-18-2009, 08:51 AM Go to last post

  69. Question Can a top Beaker Main panel be feed from the Bottom

    Started by Bob Sisson, 10-08-2011 04:11 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 29,663
    Bob Sisson
    10-10-2011, 04:44 PM Go to last post

  70. Bundling of Romex (NM cable)

    Started by Roger Frazee, 11-21-2011 10:43 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 29,349
    Jerry Peck
    11-24-2011, 06:25 PM Go to last post

  71. Question Double pole 220 volt breaker used for 110 circuit

    Started by Trent Tarter, 12-19-2008 11:09 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 29,222
    Mike Schulz
    01-14-2009, 10:18 AM Go to last post

  72. 14 gauge wire pigtail off a 20 amp. circuit

    Started by Robert Mattison, 08-07-2009 03:31 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 29,146
    Jim Port
    08-10-2009, 05:20 PM Go to last post

  73. Receptacles over electrical baseboard heaters

    Started by Bob Hunt, 06-19-2009 06:44 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 62
    • Views: 28,131
    Joe Tedesco
    09-25-2009, 07:13 PM Go to last post

  74. Electrical Panel in Bathroom

    Started by Sam Morris, 12-10-2013 05:19 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 27,716
    david shapiro
    01-29-2020, 06:28 AM Go to last post

  75. green dot on receptacles

    Started by John Arnold, 11-12-2007 12:52 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 27,503
    Michael Larson
    11-13-2007, 11:56 AM Go to last post

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