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    Apr 11, 2010, 06:49 AM
    Burying electrical wiring
    Running 100 feet of wiring for lighting lighting and outlets. I want to bury the wire underground. My question; I believe local code calls for 12-18 inches of depth, but do I have to go as deep if I use PVC?
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    Apr 11, 2010, 07:19 AM

    Yes, PVC allows no less depth.

    I would go with PVC in any case. Sch40 underground and Sch80 where it is exposed and subject to damage.
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