Adding a new circuit to the pannel
I recently purchased a home and want to install ceiling fans in all the bedrooms (4) and in the living room. Since my family is a gadget / technofile type family, I felt it prudent that I just install a new circuit for the fans. Here's some info to start:
- Ranch Layout, no basement, unfinished attic.
- 100 amp feed.
- 2 open breaker spots in pannel.
- The rooms DO NOT have existing ceiling boxes/lighting.
- Wall switches control an outlet in each room.
What I want to do:
Install a 15 amp breaker in the box and run a romex lead down the centerline of the house. I want to junction out both ways twice to feed the ceiling boxes for the bedrooms and once to feed the living room.
Rough Sketch of wiring:
Code:
[] [] Panel
| x Fan
|
x-|
|
x-|-x
|
x-|-x
What I am unsure of:
- How far can I run romex before a junction box is required?
- Tips on feeding the romex to the panel...
- How simple would it be to set wall switches to control fan light?
I am contemplating using remotes on the fans to control the lights and fan speed in lieu of running the switch wire... however I am almost certain the switch wire comes up to the attic already, so moving the switch wire may be a simple move.
I do have expereience with electrical systems as an Electrician's Mate in the Navy, but I know residential and ship wiring are quite different and I want to be on the right track.
Thanks in advance!