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    Cell tower bonding

    Re: Cell tower bonding Besides a violation for not using stainless fasteners and UV rated wiring, I would at least have the casing tested and approved. :?
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    solor panel installation requirements?

    Re: solor panel installation requirements? Try this link for some inspector guidelines. It was co-written by Brooks who wrote much of the NEC 690. http://www.nabcep.org/wp-content/upload ... de0306.pdf Other than structural engineering when necessary, the size and function of the system will...
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    Solar Panels

    Re: Solar Panels We here require a building permit with description given of structure by contractor or owner. If the trusses are engineered (stamped), and the roofing material isn't too heavy, we don't require anything special but a building inspection when the job is complete, to check...
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    Rough wire and shocking experience

    Re: Rough wire and shocking experience PLEASE JUST REMEMBER THOSE THINGS ARE STILL KNOWN FOR FALSE READINGS. TEST YOURS PERIODICALLY ON A FAMILIAR CIRCUIT (i.e. a recep you know works). :o
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    GEC and H20 Bond

    Re: GEC and H20 Bond Been wiring for more than a few years, now an inspector. For my money, tigerloose, you are right on. :D
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    They didn't even try to hide it!

    Re: They didn't even try to hide it! Home Depot?!? But they're THE experts!
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    I don't like I-joists either.

    Re: I don't like I-joists either. Unfortunately, as with anything it seems, some have to die before the politics at play will even allow consideration of alternatives. Then they'll make it more expensive because they can and the alternative will then be the requirement. Am I being negative...
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