Splicing Electrical Wiring In an Attic
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How to Splice Electrical Wiring and Enclose the Wire Splice in a Junction Box: Question, What is the correct and most efficient way to splice electrical wire that is running through my attic. © By: Dave Rongey |
Junction Boxes and Splicing Electrical Wiring
[ad#block]Electrical Question: What is the correct and most efficient way to splice 14/2 from 14 /3 that is running through my attic.
- I would like to add a switch and light to the existing electrical circuit wiring and not have to install more wiring and a new circuit breaker.
This electrical question came from: Rick, a Handyman from Holbrook, NY.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Rick.
How to Splice Electrical Wiring
Application: Branch Circuit Electrical Wiring for a Switch and Light Fixture.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced – Best installed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor or Certified Electrician.
Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester, additional tools for the specific branch circuit wiring method.
Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools and work with the circuit wiring.
Precaution: Identify the power source circuit at the panel, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.
Notice: Modifying or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected.
Splicing wires
Electrical Junction Box Splice
- Electrical wiring splices must be made in an approved junction box that is properly sized.
- Properly sized wire connectors must be used for joining the electrical wires together.
- Electrical Junction boxes must have a blank cover installed.
- Junction boxes must be located in an accessible area.
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Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram
Home electrical wiring diagrams are an important tool for completing your electrical projects. An electrical wiring diagram can be as simple as a diagram showing how to install a new switch in your hallway, or as complex as the complete electrical blueprint for your new home or home improvement project.
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