Whatever materials and equipment he had laying around in his garage in order to “just get the job done.” In doing so, he violated several Code rules and created some safety concerns. Section 300.3(A) ...

Q: I have a light set in my backyard that is plugged into an electrical outlet that has two silver flaps to cover the plugs. The system works fine except that I get very nervous when it rains. My fear ...

Covering outdoor electrical boxes before winter helps prevent moisture, rust, and short circuits, extending the box’s lifespan. Using the wrong cover can trap humidity or pose a fire risk, so only use ...