Common electrical mistakes made by homeowners
Not using a junction box
Perhaps the biggest mistake homeowners make is not installing a junction box. Also known as a junction box or junction box, these inexpensive devices protect electrical connections and keep sparks or heat out if a short occurs.
Installing the box behind the drywall
Installing a junction box alone does not guarantee safety. The box must be installed properly so that it is flush with the drywall. Otherwise, combustible materials – such as wood – are exposed to potential sparks. If the junction box is recessed too far into the wall, fix the problem with an inexpensive box extension.
Cut wires too short
Leave enough slack so that the wires protrude at least 7 to 13 cm from the junction box. To do the job right, you need enough wire to be able to strip it sufficiently, connect it securely, and flip it inside the junction box. If you find that you have cut the wires too short, splice them and add an extension.
Mixing wire gauges
To avoid overloading, use the same gauge of wire throughout the circuit. Be sure to use the correct wire size for the circuit’s amperage. Do not rely on the appearance of a wire. Find out the capacitance of each wire gauge. Contrary to what seems logical, the smaller the gauge number, the thicker the wire.
Leave cables unprotected
Regulations state that electrical cables located within the frame of a home should never be left unprotected. A cable conduit is a simple solution to protect exposed cables from damage. Available are rigid or flexible metal conduits or rigid or flexible non-metallic conduits at prices starting at about.
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