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    Apr 8, 2014, 12:53 PM
    Can I run FLEX (electric) and water pipes in same stud space cavity?
    Want to put an old work box run with flex in same stud cavity space as water pipes, 7" apart. In an old Colonial with no fire stops... Is this OK with NEC?
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    Apr 8, 2014, 02:00 PM
    Yes, it is. It's not a problem at all.

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