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D.I.Y., LET’S WIRE YOUR NEW BEDROOM

By on October 26, 2011 in D.I.Y.

THE LAY-OUT: First, you need to analyze the room lay-out, to determine the location of the devices, i.e., switches, receptacles, TV, phones, fixtures, ceiling fans, etc. 1.  Receptacles:  The NEC requires a receptacle to be located on any wall, 2 feet or longer, and or every 12 running feet (so that a 6-foot cord may [...]

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D.I.Y., LIGHT FIXTURE RULES

D.I.Y., LIGHT FIXTURE RULES

By on October 24, 2011 in D.I.Y Rules

  Light fixtures are referred to by the NEC (National Electrical Code) and any electrical professional who likes to sound smart, as luminaries. There are rules we need to discuss concerning where and what kind, are allowed to be installed in a home. LIGHT FIXTURE RATINGS: Light fixtures are rated for where they may be [...]

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D.I.Y., DEVICE REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTION

D.I.Y., DEVICE REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTION

By on October 13, 2011 in D.I.Y Rules

  This is a continuation of “What Size Wire to Use?”, giving you NEC (National Electrical Code) Rules and some tips for circuit and device protection, receptacle outlet required locations, and where receptacles are not allowed. CIRCUIT PROTECTION: The NEC requires: Arc fault protection (breakers) on circuits that supply outlets (lighting and receptacles) in dwelling [...]

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D.I.Y., QUESTIONS TO ASK?

D.I.Y., QUESTIONS TO ASK?

By on September 21, 2011 in D.I.Y Rules

  Before you take on an electrical project, THINK IT THROUGH.  Ask yourself these questions: What am I trying to accomplish? What path will the wire have to take? Can I physically get from point A to point B? What damage to walls or ceilings may occur? Is the damage and its repair, worth the [...]

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Residential electrical construction

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

By on June 6, 2011 in Electrical Construction

Residential electrical construction can vary dramatically from commercial in a number of ways (according to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes).  Here are a few: 1.  Device location: Receptacles must be placed every 12 running feet in living areas of a home.  Commercial only where you need them. Receptacles must have ground fault [...]

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The National Fire Protection Association and the National Electrical Codes

The National Fire Protection Association and the National Electrical Codes

By on June 4, 2011 in Electrical Safety

I cannot speak to electrical safety without speaking on the rules and regulations which are at the foundation of all electrical safety—the National Electrical Code (NEC). I want to make a broad statement here:  “If the codes, regulations and practices which are located within the NEC, were adhered to the letter, we would not have [...]

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