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Why are there exterior vents to empty wall cavities beneath a large window on my late 1950's ranch?

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Why are 120 V general receptacle circuits limited to 20 A?

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How wide to trench foundation slab for new plumbing?

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Is hydraulic cement a vapor barrier?

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Can I use Schedule 40 PVC to protect a grounding electrode conductor where exposed to physical damage?

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Is there a reason to prefer bare wire for Grounding Electrode Conductor?

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Per IRC, are flexible PVC couplings ever allowed to be used above ground for PVC to PVC connections?

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Do I need to separately bond sections of copper pipe connected by push-to-connect fittings?

asked Jun 1, 2017 at 13:08

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How to wire an Air Conditioner from the disconnect when exposed to physical damage?

asked May 13, 2017 at 13:52

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Conflicting contractor opinions on rebuilding steps using original construction method

asked May 8, 2017 at 4:21

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Is it okay to use an LFNC whip to connect air conditioner where subject to physical damage?

asked Mar 26, 2017 at 11:17

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Possible to salvage bowed sandstone slabs for porch steps?

asked Feb 28, 2017 at 17:32

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Can Romex (NM-B) be run in conduit for more than 10 ft when starting from the breaker panel?

asked Dec 21, 2016 at 17:34

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What is common practice when doing electrical rough-in for recessed lights in a drop ceiling and walls are not yet finished?

asked Oct 24, 2016 at 17:37

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15A circuit allowed to supply multiple general purpose receptacles?

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Grounding short section of metallic conduit or raceway used solely for protecting NM from physical damage without junction?

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Which trade(s) should I hire for structural repairs?

asked Jun 27, 2016 at 16:01

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Where can I find straps or hangers to secure/support FMC?

asked Jun 11, 2016 at 16:18

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Is it against NEC to reverse NM cable clamps?

asked Jun 8, 2016 at 2:37

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When is the reverse function on dedicated drywall screwdrivers useful?

asked May 15, 2016 at 1:06

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Setup for attaching drywall to metal studs

asked May 8, 2016 at 12:43

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Should I add a vapor retarder to an interior cinderblock wall as part of my basement remodel?

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Is there a required spacing between waste vent line and chimney?

asked Nov 20, 2015 at 11:41

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What is this digging tool called?

asked Nov 8, 2015 at 14:25

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Should window well for basement window be attached to the house?

asked Oct 28, 2015 at 14:45

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How far does a basement egress window well need to stick out above ground?

asked Oct 27, 2015 at 19:36

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Can I paint the exterior of a meter socket?

asked Oct 14, 2015 at 19:57

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What is the plumbing diagram symbol for a water hammer arrestor?

asked Oct 1, 2015 at 16:47

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Should exterior receptacles be on a separate circuit from interior receptacles?

asked Sep 29, 2015 at 0:04

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Safe and low-liability way to determine whether a circuit draws more current than allowed?

asked Sep 16, 2015 at 13:37

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46 Questions

Why are there exterior vents to empty wall cavities beneath a large window on my late 1950's ranch?

Why are 120 V general receptacle circuits limited to 20 A?

How wide to trench foundation slab for new plumbing?

Is hydraulic cement a vapor barrier?

Can I use Schedule 40 PVC to protect a grounding electrode conductor where exposed to physical damage?

Is there a reason to prefer bare wire for Grounding Electrode Conductor?

Per IRC, are flexible PVC couplings ever allowed to be used above ground for PVC to PVC connections?

Do I need to separately bond sections of copper pipe connected by push-to-connect fittings?

How to wire an Air Conditioner from the disconnect when exposed to physical damage?

Conflicting contractor opinions on rebuilding steps using original construction method

Is it okay to use an LFNC whip to connect air conditioner where subject to physical damage?

Possible to salvage bowed sandstone slabs for porch steps?

Can Romex (NM-B) be run in conduit for more than 10 ft when starting from the breaker panel?

What is common practice when doing electrical rough-in for recessed lights in a drop ceiling and walls are not yet finished?

15A circuit allowed to supply multiple general purpose receptacles?

Grounding short section of metallic conduit or raceway used solely for protecting NM from physical damage without junction?

Which trade(s) should I hire for structural repairs?

Where can I find straps or hangers to secure/support FMC?

Is it against NEC to reverse NM cable clamps?

When is the reverse function on dedicated drywall screwdrivers useful?

Setup for attaching drywall to metal studs

Should I add a vapor retarder to an interior cinderblock wall as part of my basement remodel?

Is there a required spacing between waste vent line and chimney?

What is this digging tool called?

Should window well for basement window be attached to the house?

How far does a basement egress window well need to stick out above ground?

Can I paint the exterior of a meter socket?

What is the plumbing diagram symbol for a water hammer arrestor?

Should exterior receptacles be on a separate circuit from interior receptacles?

Safe and low-liability way to determine whether a circuit draws more current than allowed?