Articles about Electrical Wiring: Electrical Code NEC
Installing an Underground Electrical Service and Pull Box
March 17, 2018 by Dave RongeyHow to Install an Underground Electrical Service for a Home: Electrical Pull Box And a PVC 90 Degree Sweep to the Panel, Electrical Code about a Main Electrical Service Disconnect Switch.
What is The Purpose of the Neutral Wire
March 12, 2018 by Dave RongeyThe Purpose of the Neutral Wire in Electrical Systems: What is the purpose of the neutral wire and the difference between the ground wire and the white neutral wire.
I Changed My Home Wiring Have I Violated Any Electrical Codes?
March 10, 2016 by Dave RongeyI upgraded some appliance circuits, have I violated any codes? What to do If You Forgot to Get a Permit or Inspection for Your Electrical Project.
Electrical Code and Buried UF Cable
February 10, 2016 by Dave RongeyDoes the electrical code allow you to run UF cable in concrete? Installing Buried Electrical Cable, The Minimum Covering Requirements for UF Cable.
NEC Electrical Code for Re-Identifying Ungrounded Conductor
August 26, 2017 by Dave RongeyHow should I Identify Electrical Conductor Wiring? NEC Article 200.7 (C) Re-Identifying Ungrounded Neutral Conductors.
What is the Electric Code for Installing a 220volt Receptacle
March 4, 2016 by Dave RongeyHow high should a 220volt receptacle box be above the floor? Examples where 220volt receptacles are installed in specific applications and the NEC Code.
Minimum Height for Electric Service Meter
July 2, 2015 by Dave RongeyWhat is the minimum height for mounting an electric service? Mounting the Electric Service Meter.
Electrical Code for Replacing a Service Panel
January 28, 2018 by Dave RongeyIs it within code to replace a 30 circuit service panel with a 42 circuit service? Electrical Codes and for a Service Panel.
Methods for Splicing Electrical Wires
January 29, 2015 by Dave RongeyHow to Splice Electrical Wires and Cables: Is it safe to install junction boxes to splice several wires?
Grounding an Electrical Panel
November 24, 2014 by Dave RongeyHow to Ground a Electric Circuit Breaker Panel: Grounding Requirements for Electric Panels, National Electrical Code, NEC Article 250, Grounding a Main Panel, Grounding a Sub-Panel, Electrical Grounding Methods.
Electrical Code and Protecting NM Cable
August 17, 2012 by Dave RongeyInstalling and Protecting NM Electrical Cable – The NM Cable must be positioned and fastened so that the cable will be protected from damage especially when the wall coverings are installed.
Electrical Code for Wire Type and Size
October 24, 2016 by Dave RongeyHow to Know What Wire Size and Type to use for Home Electrical Wiring – Continuing the circuit with the same wire size and type is essential to maintain the integrity of the circuit.
Electrical Cables Through Wood Framing
March 25, 2012 by Dave RongeyHow to Install Electrical Cables Through Holes When You have a Limited to a Maximum Number of Cables
Wire Sizes and the Electrical Code
August 13, 2010 by Dave RongeyCan I run three #10 to give me 90 amps…
What Are The Electrical Codes For Above Ground Pools?
June 30, 2010 by Dave RongeyMy electrician is trying to ground my above ground pool. There is no metal on the…
Can different voltages exist in the same switch box?
June 16, 2010 by Dave Rongeypartitioning different voltages….