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The bonding jumper on this service panel was a piece of 14awg wire. Doesn't seem right. Shouldn't the main bonding jumper be the same size as the grounding electrode conductor?
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Generally, you should expect the bonding jumper to be the same size as the GEC. There are exceptions where 14AWG may be sufficient, but I don't believe this is one of them.
The panel listing should list the required size. Short of that, I would expect to see 6AWG or better, and would have no problem calling this out for verification. IF YOUR INSPECTOR IS NOT USING THERMAL IMAGING, YOU'RE NOT GETTING THE WHOLE PICTURE ℠ Jeff PopeJPI Home Inspection Service Santa Clarita CA (661) 212-0738 Santa Clarita Home Inspection http://www.MyInspector.net |
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Regards Gerry Virtue is more to be feared than vice, because its excesses are not subject to the regulation of conscience. Adam Smith (1723-1790) Commercial property Inspection Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota, Jacksonville, Ft Launderdale, Miami, Florida. NACHI cell 484-429-5466 NACHI02121106
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Excellent replies - Thanks Gentlemen.
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