Electrical Wiring for a House Trailer
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How to Install Wiring for a House Trailer: Romex Type NM Cable, Installing and Supporting Electrical Wiring, Electrical wiring for two modular sections that is spliced under the home into metal junction boxes. © By: Dave Rongey |
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[ad#block]Electrical Question: I would like to add two 110 volt circuits to a house trailer.
- There’s room in the 100 amp panel.
- My question is can I run 12/2 indoor Romex underneath the trailer and be within code?
This electrical wiring question came from: Richard, a Electrician from Lees Summit, Missouri
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Richard.
How to Install Wiring for a Trailer House
Preparation
- Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced.
- Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools and Voltage Tester.
- Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience and ability to work with tools and access to the area of the trailer.
- Precaution: Identify the circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.
- Notice: Installing additional electrical wiring for the house trailer should be done with a permit and be inspected.
Electrical Codes and House Trailer Wiring
- Romex Type NM Cable
I was involved in a relocation project where the military was relocating service personnel and their families to mobile home parks and I recall that the electrical wiring for two modular sections was spliced under the home into metal junction boxes. - The wiring was Romex Type NM Cable which was installed above the membrane fabric, and this was acceptable in the state code here in California.
- Installing and Supporting Electrical Wiring
- This is very similar to installing electrical wiring under a conventional home where the wiring is well supported and secured to the floor.
- Be sure to consult your local building department for verifications and details.
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