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I would like an opinion on a few of these pictures. GarbageDisposal1 had the Romex properly clamped at the disposal, but there was no junction box visible (just a hole in the drywall). ..2, 3, and 4 serviced a dishwasher and the disposal. Obviously, the romex was not properly clamped, the j-box was loose. There were staples...Hummm I think that's not quite right.
Just would like to hear back how others may report these situations. Thanks in advance for your help! Greg Liebig, Owner Sheboygan Wisconsin Home Inspector 4-Square Home Inspections, LLC Where Knowlege will put your Mind at Ease © Sheboygan, WI 53081 (920) 451-4646 www.sheboyganhomeinspector.com www.4squarehi.com Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Linked-In |
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relliott is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
Improperly wired
I recommend a Licensed Electrician examine and evaluate . |
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How about if the qualified professional just repairs it. You have already evaluated it as improper, n'est pas? ____________________________________________ "An Education, not just an Inspection" Larry Kage, CMI Lake Ann (Traverse City), Michigan 49650 231 929 3525 Professional Inspector and Infrared Thermographer serving the Traverse City, Michigan area and beyond. ITC/FLIR CERTIFIED BUILDING SCIENCES THERMOGRAPHER ITC/FLIR CERTIFIED LEVEL 1 THERMOGRAPHER
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relliott is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
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Since you like detail , lets hear yours |
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Electrical feeder for garbage disposal is not properly secured. This could lead to problems including electrical shorts if something would snag the cable. Recommend repairs by a licensed electrician or other qualified individual.
Greg Liebig, Owner Sheboygan Wisconsin Home Inspector 4-Square Home Inspections, LLC Where Knowlege will put your Mind at Ease © Sheboygan, WI 53081 (920) 451-4646 www.sheboyganhomeinspector.com www.4squarehi.com Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Linked-In |
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relliott is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
I prefer.. Conductors are a fire hazard as routed and need to be reinstalled by a licensed and certified Electrician .
(damn I hate that Romex stuff) |
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Improper and amateurish wiring noted (see photos) for dishwasher and disposal under kitchen sink. Recommend repairs by qualified professional as needed for safety.
____________________________________________ "An Education, not just an Inspection" Larry Kage, CMI Lake Ann (Traverse City), Michigan 49650 231 929 3525 Professional Inspector and Infrared Thermographer serving the Traverse City, Michigan area and beyond. ITC/FLIR CERTIFIED BUILDING SCIENCES THERMOGRAPHER ITC/FLIR CERTIFIED LEVEL 1 THERMOGRAPHER
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Jim Port is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
The cable exiting the wall is not an issue.
There should have been a cable clamp screwed into the bottom of the disposal. Non-metallic cable is not for use with cord caps. |
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EXACTLY!!
Word it however you feel fit, but finish it with "should be repaired by a qualified electrician." 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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that guy Harry sure does get around
Bungalows to Mansions Professional Inspection Services, LLC dba 1st Inspection Services Bruce M. Graham III Gainesville, FL 32608 352 871 8989 NACHI05091592 ICC 5268478 www.1stinspectionsfl.com www.bungalowstomansions.com |
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Mark Thorman is a non-member guest and is in no way affiliated with InterNACHI or its members.
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This is actually a great thread in that those are some common things we see DIYers do. Jim is 100% correct in that those NM Cables are not Flexible Cord and that alone warrants a call out. The connection to the Disposal is incorrect as you all know and will be called out at the same time.
The way the NM Cable is run in itself is subject to physical damage as they could have routed it in a way that would be less subject in nature so that also is called out. Report : Observations of serious electrical defects under your kitchen sink will warrant an evaluation by a licensed electrical contractor. Nonmetallic cable is being installed in areas subject to physical damage, used in an improper manner as a flexible cord to the disposal and without properly being secured to the disposal itself. Paul W. Abernathy,CMI,CEI,CEPE National Electrical Code Expert-ONLY Weekly Live Chat :http://www.theelectricalguru.com/chat.html Weekly Chat on Mondays & Wednesdays -8PM E.S.T * Notice- I will not be conducting any future seminars for the HI Industry. I am a CODE GUY so I will be focusing efforts on the NEC Code. If you have CODE question visit my website...if you have Electrical HI questions ask Nick or Ben Gromicko. |
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