Its a closet case-Wiring gone bad
Neatly run down and around the wall still will not make this correct. This is not the way to do a proper branch circuit extension.
Use of flexible cord material is a no-no also.
Here is the code on flexible cords-
400.8 Uses Not Permitted
Unless specifically permitted in 400.7, flexible cords and cables shall not be used for the following:
1- As a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure
2- Where run through holes in walls, structural ceilings, suspended ceilings, dropped ceilings, or floors
3- Where run through doorways, windows, or similar openings
4- Where attached to building surfaces
Exception to (4): Flexible cord and cable shall be permitted to be attached to building surfaces in accordance with the provisions of 368.56(B).
Time for a sparky to come in and perform a little clean-up on isle 11 😎.
If you find any errors or have additional information that would expand on any code, building standards or manufacturer requirements please let me know.
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If you find any errors or have additional information that would expand on any code, building standards or manufacturer requirements please let me know.
NCW Home Inspections, LLC is a Licensed Washington State Home Inspection service located in Wenatchee Washington serving Chelan County, Douglas County, Kittitas County, Okanogan County and Grant County Washington and the cities of Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Cashmere, Oroville, Cle Elum, East Wenatchee, Quincy and many more…
Your Wenatchee and Chelan Professional Real Estate, Home and Structural Pest Inspection Service
Coordinator & Instructor- Fundamentals of Home Inspection- Bellingham Technical College
Former WA Home Inspector Advisory Licensing Board
www.ncwhomeinspections.com 509-670-9572
You can follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and on my website Blog.
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