Articles about electrical code
Installing an Outlet in the Ceiling of a Building
We have been installing 110v receptacles in above grid locations. My question is in regards to above ceiling electrical outlets in plenum non-plenum ceilings.
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Air Conditioning Electrical Circuit Requirements
How to Know if your Air Conditioner Requires a New Electrical Circuit
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Does a GFCI Outlet Need to be Grounded?
Does a GFCI Outlet need to be grounded?
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How Electricians Can Get Jobs and Get Back to Work
How you can get your electrical business back into operation and start getting new clients.
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I Changed My Home Wiring Have I Violated Any Electrical Codes?
I 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.
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Installing Electric Wiring In a New Attached Sun Room
I am installing electric wiring in a new attached Sun Room. Do the outlets, ceiling fan and lighting need to be GFCI?
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How Many Receptacles and Lights does the Code Allow
How many receptacles and lights does the code allow per 15 amp circuit? Code Requirements for Wiring Outlets and Lights
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Updating Knob and Tube Wiring for an Older Home
Is it common practice to add new wire with old knob and tube wiring? How to Replace Knob and Tube Wiring, Replacing Old Electrical Wiring, What Areas of the Home to Rewire First.
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Electrical Code and Protecting NM Cable
Installing 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.
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What is the Electric Code for Installing a 220volt Receptacle
How high should a 220volt receptacle box be above the floor? Examples where 220volt receptacles are installed in specific applications and the NEC Code.
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How Do I Correct Ground Wire Electrical Code Violations?
Correcting the Grounding System of Home Electrical Wiring: I have been upgrading some of the fixtures and dimmer switches in my house, When installing ungrounded fixtures and switches where would I ground them?
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Location of a Main Service Disconnect
Is a main electrical service panel required to have a main breaker or disconnect switch? What is the NEC code article number that states this?
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How Should I Label Electric Service and Distribution Panels
How should I label the Main Meter Service Panel and the Service Distribution Panel with all the breakers for the home?
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Should I Install a GFCI Circuit Breaker or a GFCI Outlet
Can a GFCI circuit breaker take the place of a GFCI Outlet? Would it be considered to meet NEC Code Requirements?
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What Size Main Disconnect Breaker in a Sub Panel
Can I use a 100amp main breaker in a 50amp sub panel? Options for a Main Disconnect Breaker in a Sub Panel.
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Installing Underground Wiring for a Shed
How is Underground Wiring Installed for a Shed? The Process of Installing Electrical Wiring to a Shed
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