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Start with the first box on the circuit and work your way through the entire circuit. You are bound to find a bad splice, switch, receptacle, etc.

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Also ask him about the need to remove the bond between the ground and neutral in the generator. That may be required... but I'm not an expert on these applications. If it does have to be removed,...

Right... that is true Ceiling. But there is no mention of a black! So if it were a true 14/3 conductor, there would be a black. There is none. I have never seen just a red and a white unless it's...

I'm not sure what he meant to type Strat. But for example, I saw a Stiebel model recently that was a 150A unit that required three separate 60A breakers. That was a whole house unit. If it's just...

You know, I would want to know more about those two wires hanging from the ceiling. Why are there only two and why are they red and white? Are we dealing with THHN or has someone run (God forbid)...

You can pull the cover and dry it out. A vacuum will help if nothing else. But I would put a fan in front of it for a bit.

Saw this same thing before. Water leaking out of a wall receptacle. I...

You know, and correct me if I'm wrong, but why change the breaker at all? If the home is properly wired for 30A protection, then just leave it, right? We DO NOT protect the equipment in the home...

Strat... I've seen some huge power hogs for these things. A 30A heater would be a VERY small heater.

Arubbo... most homes I've seen with tankless heaters large enough to properly serve the home...

Wow. Listen to Strat.

You need to either ensure you have the proper wiring and circuit protection to run your treadmill, or return your treadmill for one that matches your circuit. THESE ARE...

Whether you add any additional HVAC loads or not, 3200 sq. ft. is one heck of a lot of living space for 150A. You should do some load calculations, but I'm sure you would be much happier with a 200A...

My son has some black receptacles and switches with chrome plates... so somebody makes them.

CeilingFan makes a good point about renting this place. Plus, it's probably illegal for you to do any electrical work on it if you don't own it. So I'm assuming you own this apartment.

If it...

When it comes to working on properties you don't actually own, different rules and regulations can kick in. I would call your property management folks and get an electrician out there immediately. ...

I qualify this carefully as I'm sure there are some who will cringe at this answer. But I have wired one heck of a lot of phone jacks with my bare hands. That doesn't mean it's right... it just...

(1) Boy... there are a lot of variables that go into that question. But you can put the panel in an interior wall. Whether the wall you have in mind will work depends on other factors as well. ...

That's a lot of bulb. Your light rated for that?

The battery charger must match the battery... as mentioned by KISS

Many items work with either NiCDs or NiMH batteries. Check with the manufacturer for your specific application.

Whatever you decide, NOW is the time to do the upgrades. It could possibly save you thousands. I wouldn't consider a home these days with less than 200A service.

I live in Phoenix. I installed a sub in my garage/shop. The first thing I wired for was an air conditioner. Believe me... that isn't a luxury around here in the summer. I would plan for that if...

First, what size wire are you running for the circuit? That will probably determine the size breaker more than anything. This is before we ever get into the current demands on your circuit. I'm...

HOLY CRAP TK! I sure didn't mean to question your integrity. That is beyond reproach. My question was more for my edification than anything else. I was thinking you knew something I didn't......

Tk... you know better than anyone that most homeowners need to be educated. I'll bet it wouldn't take you long to show them the benefits of higher quality products... especially if it means not...

What's a "pass through" junction box? Are you splicing into an existing circuit? Or is it actually a subpanel? We need a lot more information.

And if either room could be considered a bedroom by your AHJ, you may be required to comply with current AFCI requirements anyway.

What about smoke detectors? You might want to hardwire those in...

Tk's advice holds whether it's the main panel or a sub. You just have two panels to investigate now.

I don't know where you live, but here in the Phoenix area, we have dozens of specialty light stores that carry hundreds of items like you're looking for. Goodwill is a great idea. You could buy the...

CM, since you're unsure of the cause of this, I hope you didn't write up a problem in the inspection report. Sorry to nag about that, but I've seen several reports where inspectors wrote up "issues"...

Since his circuit originates with 14/2, the use of 12/2 would be of no value. The circuit MUST be protected with no more than a 15A breaker.

Another issue just crossed my mind. What are you adding? If it's a bedroom, you may be required to use AFCI's. Just another question to ask your AHJ while you have his ear.

C'mon. Home Depot and Lowe's aren't diagnostic funding centers. Determine the problem by using proper diagnostic technics... then buy the switch if necessary. Don't just throw parts at it and...

Tk... to quote you from previous posts... can you cite the code limiting the number of outlets to 8? I was always under the impression that Washington1 is correct on this one. I'm not saying there...

Punctuation and capitalization go a long ways to ensure we understand you correctly. I am having a difficult time trying to determine what you have done. It sounds like you ran new feeds from the...

By Geroge you're right KISS. Many imports do use the fuse route. I don't work on those a lot! LOL Domestics used to use fuses too, but that was many years ago. Nothing worse than blowing...

Spell check? LOL

I haven't seen headlight fuses in years. So if you have them, your car is pretty old and you could have other degradaded circuit problems. But KISS has a good point. If it does have fuses, clean...

Absolutely perfectly correct explanation of voltage drop Strat. A process EVERYONE should have in their "toolbox".

Why are you installing a GFCI? For the 3 prong receptacle?

LOL Strat... that was clear as mud! Actually, I think you've done an admirable job explaining. But like most 3 and 4 way switching circuits, they can be very confusing until you get the grasp of...

I would consider using #6 and going 50A for future upgrades. I have a double oven unit. I was a very happy camper to see my existing wiring was already set up for 50A because this unit required it.

My initial thought was the home was built for someone in a wheel chair. Still, that's pretty low for that too.

I really hate "blade" connectors for ANY type of splice in any application. From residential to automotive. Those connectors seem to be blade connectors. But I have to tell you, they are a very...

That type of light had a whole different meaning when I was in college...

EEEWWWW! That's nasty labman! LOL Maybe a blessing is disguise, eh?

The utility closet idea may be a blessing. With proper planning, you can use it to house all your networking, telephone, A/V wiring etc. It will be very nice having all that distributed from one...

Tk.. maybe it's just his drawing, but did you notice he's hooking up the 2nd heater AFTER the element in the first heater? Won't that essentially put the heaters in series and cause a reduced...

fnyldy... how can you possibly claim that price is outrageous? I ran a 6/3 cable the other day that cost half of that just for the cable! The GFCI breaker alone can be $100. Plus, he has to pay...

How many locations do you have that can switch the light?

And I believe NEC 2008 does require MWC's to be tied in some way Labman.

KingsX... don't do this remodel with only your future plans in mind. You may want to sell the place some day. I would definitely wire for 240V ranges and dryers. You may not need them right now,...