We often think we know something then we find out we actually may not know what we think we know. Case in point is the 1/4 inch rule for nonmetallic sheathed cable sheathing into a enclosure, panel enclosure and boxes. Well when I started looking in the code what I Read more…
Here is a photo from a home inspection. Nestled in the eastern flank of the Cascade range of Washington is the beautiful Lake Wenatchee. Lake Wenatchee is a 2480 acre lake just east of Highway 2 from Coles Corner. This lake is fed by glacial and snow melt waters. The Read more…
Per the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), in residential homes (dwelling units) ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI) protection is required for: A) 250-volt, 30-ampere dryer receptacle B) 250-volt, 50-ampere range receptacles within six feet of a sink C) all 125-volt through 250-volt receptacles in a finished dwelling basement D) all of the Read more…
Question: According to the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), how many receptacle outlets are required for the countertop surface of an island measuring 4 feet by 8 feet? a) 1 b) 2 c) 3 d) 4 e) I do not know Answer: http://www.ncwhomeinspections.com/Island+Receptacles+2020+NEC+Code+Question
You think you when you are buying a new construction home it would come without some major issues. Here we have the paint failing in drip areas. It is obvious the paint did not properly adhere. This can be caused by several conditions or combination of them; Siding was dirty Read more…
Adding insulation is one of the most cost-effective measures a homeowner can take to save energy and improve comfort. For eligible installations, Chelan PUD offers a rebate of 50 cents per square foot. https://www.chelanpud.org/conservationhome/residential/insulation-rebates Before you insulate you should take advantage of this time to also do air sealing prior Read more…
This question is based on the 2020 NEC Question: A 30-ampere outdoor Air Conditioning or Heat Pump unit for a dwelling unit requires GFCI protection. A ) True B ) False Answer: http://www.ncwhomeinspections.com/GFCI+Protection+of+AC+and+Heat+Pumps+in+residential
In the wonderful world of home inspection we often to get to see some wonderfully creative moments. Here was such an example. Someone rightly thought they should upgrade the ventilation and add a bath fan to their older home. Now I often suggest that adding a bath fan as a Read more…
When a DIY-er decides to install a hot tub circuit. Feeder is in an exterior conduit. How many code issues can you see here? 334.10 Uses Permitted. 352.46 Bushings 300.12 Mechanical Continuity — Raceways and Cables 110.
I am always keeping my out for new products and instillation. On a recent new construction inspection I ran into a Rheem Water Heater Booster. The Rheem Water Heater Booster installs directly on a tank’s hot water line to provide more hot water than the tank alone can provide. The Read more…