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Does a licensed electrician have to replace wiring in your own home?
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I need an electrician in my home for some rewiring, how can I find one who is licensed?
The best way to find a licensed electrician is to use an online service. Many sites like Networx will locate a licensed electrician and let you see reviews about their service. You can also check you local yellow pages under electricians and look for a licensing logo, then call you Better Business Bureau to check them out. Remember, you are not obligated to choose an electrician you don't trust after a consultation or estimate, so always get a few estimates before work is done. You can use several webpages such as Yellow Pages or Super pages to find a licensed electrician. Some websites also offer satisfaction guarantees for the contracted work. I recommend super pages for this.
How do you replace knob and tube wiring?
If you are considering changing out the knob and tube wiring in your home, it is going to be a big job. It entails gutting the inside walls to get to the bare wall studs. From that point on it is the same as wiring a new home using all of the proper wire sizing for the appropriate appliances and devices that are to be added for the upgrade.
What is the maximum watts will 14-3 wire carry?
A 14/3 GA Romex type wire is rated at 15 Amps, and by regulation can only be used in home applications. You can use 14/3 for a 240 V application, in which case it would be capable of carrying 3600 Watts. If you use the wire with 120 volts, it can only handle 1800 watts. If you are not experienced with electrical wiring, contact a licensed electrician to assist you with your needs.
Can airconditioning be installed in house with knob and tube wiring?
Knob and tube is less of an issue than the capacity of the electrical system. Typically, older homes did not have wiring that would handle the current capacity of modern electrical needs. In fact, many of the older knob and tube homes did not even have 240 V service. Contact a local electrician to determine the capacity of your home and the electrical needs of the AC system.
Where can you find a cable conduit?
An electrical conduit is a system for routing and protecting electrical wiring. A cable conduit can be found wherever electrical wiring is needed. This includes wiring in appliances or in the walls of a home.
What is the definition of residential wiring?
Residential wiring is the process of placing electricity in a person's home. In order to do this in the United States, you must be a licensed electrician.
Can industrial electrician can work as a home electrician?
Yes! compared to industrial or commercial wiring, residential wiring is very basic. A Journeyman electricain is expected to have experience in all 3 fields.
Where can one find guidelines on home wiring?
Home wiring tips and guidelines can be found by talking to an electrician or employee of a local hardware store. Rules can also be found on geekzone, svalleye, and wireityourself.
An electrician wants to replace wire in place of fuse. what should we do?
I'd find another electrician or at least demand that he explain how/why this will not jeopardize your home.
How do you determine if an old home is in need of electrical repair or if the electrical wiring in the home is safe?
To determine if an old home is in need of electrical repair, call a professional. Either a professional electrician or a home inspector can let you know if your electrical wiring is safe and up to code.
How do you Childproof your home electric?
http://PDQelectric.com Contact Ryan Johnson, Laurel Springs, NJ (856) 625-6969 Licensed Electrician
I need an electrician in my home for some rewiring, how can I find one who is licensed?
The best way to find a licensed electrician is to use an online service. Many sites like Networx will locate a licensed electrician and let you see reviews about their service. You can also check you local yellow pages under electricians and look for a licensing logo, then call you Better Business Bureau to check them out. Remember, you are not obligated to choose an electrician you don't trust after a consultation or estimate, so always get a few estimates before work is done. You can use several webpages such as Yellow Pages or Super pages to find a licensed electrician. Some websites also offer satisfaction guarantees for the contracted work. I recommend super pages for this.
Can home owner do wiring work?
Yes you can. THe only catch is most municipalities will have you get a licensed electriction to "sign off" on the work
Adding secondary electrical box?
Depending on where you live and who insures your home, it may have to be done by a professional. In a lot of places, the old wiring is grandfathered in on codes, but any addition to the system has to meet current codes. If that's the law where you live, your insurance company might balk at paying off on what is basically an illegal wiring job. Regardless of the laws, unless you are experienced, I would still recomend a licensed electrician.
Can you make a sentence with electrician?
I sent the electrician home.
Where can I find an electric contractor to rewire my home?
Look for a reputable licensed and bonded electrician in your area via phone book or internet. Permits are obtained from your local planning department.
What are effects of a vacuum making the lights in my house flicker?
I have to assume by "vacuum" you mean the use of a vacuum cleaner causes the lights to flicker. If that is the situation, the flickering indicates that something is very wrong with the wiring in your home. It is not possible to properly and safely trouble shoot this problem via this Q & A system. I strongly suggest that you have this problem AND your home's electrical system fully checked out by a qualified AND properly LICENSED ELECTRICIAN.
