Electrical Rewiring and Code Violations

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By Dave Rongey
Summary: Test your electrical know how and gain some knowledge. Can you spot these electrical code violations? Here is a series of electrical wiring violations which should be corrected.

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Code Violations
The following pictures have some electrical code violations and possible hazards. Can you pin point the problems? Go through the pictures and see how you do.

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All home electrical wiring projects should be performed correctly by trained and qualified individuals who understand the principles of electrical circuit wiring and the basic fundamentals of home construction. Detailed information is provided throughout areas of this website about the complexity of specific projects to help assist with you to understand the scope of work involved.
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