Electrical Construction & Maintenance

Stumped by the Code? NEC Requirements for the Installation of GECs

Courtesy of www.MikeHolt.com. All questions and answers are based on the 2020 NEC. Underlined text indicates revisions made in the 2020 Edition of the NEC. Q. What is the Code rule regarding the ...
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NEC Keeps GFCI Rules for HVAC: Contractors Face 2026 Deadline

The appeals were denied, and now the clock is ticking. Contractors should brace for callbacks and be prepared to track data ...
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Stumped by the Code? NEC Requirements for the Mixing of Conductors

Courtesy of www.MikeHolt.com All questions and answers are based on the 2020 NEC. Q. What are the NEC rules related to the mixing of conductors of different systems in the same raceway, cable, or ...
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Say Goodbye To Island Side Outlets: Here Are The 12 Options You Can Use Instead

Is your home up to code? The truth is, many homeowners aren't familiar with updated building codes, which can prove hazardous. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) issues an updated ...
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What is the Correct Way to Install Electrical Outlets: Ground Up or Down?

Ask an electrician which way a receptacle, aka outlet, should be installed: “Ground up or down?” Typically, the answer is “both are fine,” though most of us have a preference. The National Electrical ...
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Washington L&I Updates Electrical Safety Standards

The Washington Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has adopted the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC), as its latest effort to enhance electrical safety statewide. According to the ...