Residential 2020 NEC Changes & Electrical Code Violations (Part 1)

[@jmahtab]

Might as well just put everything on a GFCI/AFCI breaker and install all TR receptacles at this point. I think GFCI on a sump pump is an awful idea. Nuisance tripping can cost the home owner big time. Nice video, thank you.

[@PPG1967]

Yeah, I know electricians that will just install dual function breakers for everything except dedicated circuits.

[@PPG1967]

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[@johndavies2949]

You can get a gfci receptacle with an audible alarm if it trips. Problem is someone has to hear it. Not much good if your away for a few days.

[@Jutilaje]

At this point, I feel like it'd be easier for NEC to list receptacle locations that DONT require GFCI. lol

[@PPG1967]

A lot of electricians I know will do combination GFCI & AFCI for everything except dedicated circuits.

[@wyattredding5529]

And as soon as the inspector is gone the high-dollar AFCI / GFCI breakers come out of the panel and conventional ones are placed inside....especially the one servicing the refrigerator.

[@Dan__W]

Better put those sump pumps on an alarm-type GFCI...🔊 Same with freezers, especially in a garage.

[@PPG1967]

Ok, I appreciate your comment.

[@Icemanja2006]

As a master electrician and Electrical contractor governed under CEC its good to see interpretation with NEC code rules in the video for reference. Am not familiar with your city inspection process, but suprised those violations got past a city inspector and had to be caught by clients home inspector. Excellent presentation. Subbed looking forward to more great content.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate you saying that, stay tuned...more to come.

[@KrazyKajun602]

Do you know if nec 2020 requires at least 1 telephone line in new contruction residential?

[@DumbCarGuy]

@@KrazyKajun602 does not

[@jeffreylonigro1382]

Good video! Sparky here and it’s hard to believe a fellow electrician would make that many errors. I seriously doubt that was a professional install. The panel working area was almost comical. I don’t know of any electricians that would make that many goofs and usually when we do, it’s over a technicality like some hardass inspector telling me I can only have 3 #14s in a hole instead of four. Haha...just giving you a hard time! Great video buddy and they are getting better.

[@PPG1967]

Yeah, I deal with uninformed electricians all the time.. thank for watching!!

[@ryanjourneymanwireman4937]

I agree. Near the tub..... Not an electrician

[@kwarrior1985]

Not only that but the drywall openings for one of the outlets is bigger than the cover for the outlet lbvs. Also the pipe work is poorly done. The only thing positive I can say unfortunately is at least they tried and took Initiative too. I'm sure they learned a lot while doing this house. Its a big house but a lot of corners were cut and unfortunately made poorly.

[@ricoludovici2825]

Really good content. Thanks. Incredible that after all this time, professional electricians still fail to install GFCIs. And an outlet AT THE TUB LIP? Unbelievable. Must have been an owner request. [Or not.]

[@PPG1967]

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[@audiobrad99]

Not only that, sparky adding blocking to the stud to bring it even closer to the tub--which makes me wonder if they have something specifically in mind for that outlet?

[@csbarbourv]

@@audiobrad99 like murder?

[@geemanfunman1267]

Excellent videos Especially for new and old home owners.

[@PPG1967]

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[@rogerstoneburner]

These videos are awesome! Thanks so much Renaldo for doing them. I love that they are short and direct. Gold nuggets!

[@PPG1967]

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[@JJones-dm7zy]

Thank you. I find your videos very informative and I'm surprised you don't have more subscribers. Keep up the good work.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate that..more to come.

[@kevinritchie9227]

I think it would be easier just to make all receptacles a GFCI.

[@PPG1967]

A lot of electricians do that. Combination AFCI and GFCI breakers for everything except for dedicated circuits.

[@pfcrow]

GFCI receptacles are over $10, while standard receptacles are about $1. But I expect eventually they'll just require AFCI and GFCI at the breaker on everything for new construction. It adds cost, but over the cost of the entire home, it shouldn't be a big deal.

[@ryanjourneymanwireman4937]

Right

[@daby8399]

Well you cannot do that, the problem is appliances. That is the problem I am having right now because in my kitchen in my apartment they only have three gfci they do not have any dedicated circuits/outlets. I literally thought something was wrong with my microwave I just moved in here so I went and bought another one coming to find out there is nothing wrong with my microwave you're not supposed to be using the microwave and a GFCI so that is the reason that making all reciprocals A GFCI is not a good idea. Plug your microwave in and see if it works it probably will for a few days that is about it

[@daby8399]

@@PPG1967 I'm trying to find the law for Wisconsin regarding my issue that I'm having that I just put in the comments. I can't use any appliances. The first week I was here I saw the stove light flicker where the fan is and it just went out I assumed it was the light bulb but it's not. Here it is the following week my microwave is going in and out the power is going in and out and everything thought it was my microwave bought a new one come to find out my microwave is fine so I can take the new one back. I made sure of it so I plugged my microwave into a dedicated outlet in the living room and sure enough it works. My little night light that I had in the kitchen because the stove light blew out that's flickering so I unplugged it so I now have nothing plugged in in that wall. They don't have any dedicated outlets at all in the kitchen are they supposed to have something like this in Wisconsin. The place was built in 1972 I'm not sure if it falls under grandfathered but I think when it comes to safety the grandfathered law does not apply.

[@62Cristoforo]

Cheaper to install two sub-panels, one controlled by a 60 amp GFCI main disconnect breaker for all the receptacles in the wet areas, and the other panel controlled by a 60 amp AFCI main disconnect breaker, just for the bedrooms. But good luck trying to run your corded power tools or a vacuum cleaner off an AFCI protected breaker in those bedrooms. The second you pull the trigger it will trip due to the small arcing in the power tool, drill or vacuum motor.

[@PPG1967]

AFCI breakers have been installed in habitable rooms since 2014 here in the Southeast with no problems at all.

[@PPG1967]

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[@robertmungenast4193]

just found your channel , enjoying them thanks for the information .

[@PPG1967]

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[@samysalvador666]

I keep learning from you Sr. Very important information.

[@PPG1967]

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[@mannyg1654]

You missed one. Your garage door oulet can not be with your garage outlet because it’s over 5ft. You may have missed a violation right there. Love this 5 year residential electrician so it’s good to see this side

[@PPG1967]

Lol..I can't catch everything...I appreciate your feedback!!

[@mannyg1654]

Very true haha I love these videos keep them coming. Keeps me reminded of what I should not be doing

[@everythinghomerepair1747]

Great video. I would like to add that in the electrical panel some of the breakers were not listed for use in that panel which is a violation.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback...thanks for watching!!

[@PPG1967]

question, why did you stop posting videos on your channel?

[@morlamweb]

By chance, I've retrofitted most of the 2020 code changes to my house, without even being aware of each specific change. For example, I had installed some receptacles in the attic to serve an OTA TV antenna and it's amplifier, but one of them also happens to meet the service outlet requirement for the HVAC air handler. It's also a GFCI-protected outlet because I had upgraded each breaker to combo AFCI/GFCI breaker, and the attic outlets are fed from the bedroom below. I've also installed a surge breaker right below the main disconnect in the panel.

[@PPG1967]

Nice... good to hear.

[@PPG1967]

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[@Mechone11]

Where I live breaker is 125% of FLA to address inrush amps which in this case is a 30 amp breaker

[@PPG1967]

Ok, I appreciate your comment.

[@davem5392]

great practical video with examples

[@PPG1967]

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[@machone1757]

The NEC has Gone Completely Off the Rails. Totally in the Pocket's of the Manufactures. They make a Hell of a Lot more $$$ on an AFCI GFCI Breaker than a Standard Breaker

[@PPG1967]

Lol..I really don't think it's about money. Typically a change in any code happens because of the death of a person or people were severely injured.

[@PPG1967]

These manufacturer's make enough money without any code changes...thanks for watching!!!

[@workingshlub8861]

im surprised about the breaker by the meter one....fire department would just pull the meter if they had to....thats why they have to be outside.....6 or more meters in one spot i think you still need a main disconnect though..

[@oneyaker]

Yep, the tyranny of unaccountable bureaucracy that must grow and feed off the homeowners and make money for itself and the industry. I would like to know who got injured or died because a small corner counter in a kitchen did not have an outlet??? Fridge and sump pumps on GFCI? When you leave for a month and this unreliable garbage trips, your house may get flooded and all food in the fridge is gone. Only sadistic assholes would come up with some of theses ideas.

[@jasonlanning2394]

Is that a good idea? To make a new rule every time someone dies in a freak accident? An inspector is putting himself at far more risk of death from an auto accident simply driving around to check all these codes than likelihood of someone dieing of any of these violation. Most of the world lives in 1 room huts and thanks God for one working outlet. In the US we need one every 2 feet or someone might die. The amount of additional cost the NEC has added to buildings is probably responsible for more deaths than good. How many people would not be homeless if you could just build a simple house to live in?

[@tomassoyweyvon4902]

Looking for Conduit fittings and I found you, Marvelous!....New subscriber!!

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback..welcome aboard.

[@buck-johnson]

Another excellent video, thanks.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback. .more to come.

[@marvinwerth9421]

The disconnect at the meter is somewhat ridiculous...Ive never known a fire-department whose favorite part of a house fire is to destroy the disconnect with their axe! 😂 They fight over who gets to chop it up!

[@PPG1967]

Oh ok. I appreciate your comment.

[@brnmcc01]

@9:16 You can go to a next size up, if there is no UL listed breaker of that size for the panelboard the A/C unit is fed from. I run into this all the time, Square D in the HOM line doesn't have 25 amp breakers, 15, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 100 that's all folks. In fact, 25 amp is very rare. The purpose of the breaker is to protect the branch circuit conductors, never to protect the equipment. IF the AHJ gave me a problem with installing an A/C unit like this, and cited the code for "following manufacturer directions" there's an easy workaround. Just keep the 30 amp circuit breaker, run #10 wire to the disconnect, then use a fusible disconnect instead of a non-fused, and install 2 25 amp fuses in the disconnect. Safe, legal, and minimal extra cost. Fuses comply with manufacturer UL label, breaker protects the branch circuit. We have to do this all the time with gas furnaces, code won't allow us to use a 15 amp breaker on a dedicated furnace outlet, so we use a fused disconnect with a screw in 15 amp fuse. Been that way since the 1960's.

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for your knowledgeable insight.

[@nayivisdenis1401]

great job!!!even some master electrician make this mistakes,we need to learn the code and work acccording to ruler!!!CASANOVA ,EC MIAMI

[@PPG1967]

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[@主内一家亲]

I’m doing an addition bedroom and bathroom,our electric plan is 15-20A, so can I use all inside wires for 12/2?Thank you so much!I’m in Orlando Florida!

[@marcobautista6093]

Good video thanks for the tips.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate you watching!!

[@CarlosTorres-je3bt]

Really really thanks a lot. Your information is very important for me

[@PPG1967]

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[@trustnoone4328]

Thank you , very informative video based on the 2020 code .

[@PPG1967]

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[@jimlopez8197]

Love the video but I think you’re incorrect on the condensing unit. AC units have there own internal overload protection so you are allowed to size your wire according to nameplate MCA. You size your breaker or fuses according to Max fuse or circuit breaker on nameplate. If there is no standard size for that number code allows you to go next size up. In this case 25A Max is a 30A breaker. Wire minimum is 14.2A so you could actually use #14.

[@PPG1967]

So, if the maximum amp on nameplate is 25a, then that should reflect on the panel...that's what a stated in the video.

[@PPG1967]

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[@alejandromendez4990]

What is the code for that? I think label corresponds to what it saying which is circuit amps and max fuse, which to me means 30 amp breaker protecting the wire and then fused disconnect with a max of 25 amp.

[@alejandromendez4990]

Video is informative, thanks

[@MrStatic101]

@@PPG1967with all due respect sir I would disagree and ask that you go over 440.22 again. If you look at that panel on the unit it says “25A max fuse” not “25A max breaker” now you are correct that can be a 25 amp breaker in the panel but if you don’t have a 25A breaker or don’t want to use a 25 then you use a 30 amp breaker in the panel, 10 wire from breaker to disconnect, 25 amp fuses in the disconnect and from the point of the fuse to the condenser you could use a minimum of 14 gauge wire to the unit. No fuses outside and a 25 amp breaker in the panel then the wire can be 14 gauge to the panel. That’s the code. The 25 amp fuse rating in this application is the 175% rating mentioned in 440.22 but it could go to 225% if 175% won’t hold it. Code allows for that. I would never have a conversation with you trying to claim the 225% to have that 30 amp breaker and no fuses because that is primarily for service work on a aging unit. Even though code allows for this we won’t upsize a breaker on a old unit so it won’t trip we have a hard start kit put on the unit and recommend replacement. Great video I love watching your stuff. 9:06

[@DavidBerquist334]

In the kitchen I thought only the outlets within six feet of the sink had to be GFI protected

[@PPG1967]

So, a lot of changes went into effect for 2020 NEC edition...they expanded the GFCI requirements.

[@davidshine7904]

Great videos man! Thank you. Subscribed

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback. Thanks for watching!!

[@LMike2004]

Contractors should keep themselves updated.

[@PPG1967]

I totally agree. I appreciate you watching.

[@teegee6009]

Very important stuff 👍

[@teegee6009]

Thanks

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for watching!!

[@teegee6009]

@@PPG1967 thank u for these updates appreciate it

[@ryanbrown1302]

You are the man, helping keep me up to date- preciate you, and go dawgs lol

[@PPG1967]

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[@briandillard8125]

The outlet above the bathtub wasn't allowed in 2017 either

[@PPG1967]

Really??... good to know

[@noneofur300]

Love this

[@PPG1967]

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[@derekevans7780]

First of all you keep saying GFCI circuit. You mean GFCI protected. You can have a 15 amp circuit and the receptacle falls within 6 feet of that sink, you would only need to double line side that particular GFCI receptacle. Electrical contractor Richmond, VA

[@PPG1967]

ok, I appreciate your comment.

[@tylerwilliams3868]

really love these vireos

[@PPG1967]

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[@jessesmith1681]

Good video . Only issue I see is on ac condenser . When you talked about the nameplate showing you minimum and maximum circuit breaker size you were a little misleading . Yes the nameplate states maximum breaker size but the minimum number you referred to is the minimum circuit ampacity meaning the wire size of circuit and not the minimum breaker size meaning you could run a 15 Amp circuit (#14 wire size ) and put a maximum of a 25 Amp breaker with it . While this is not allowed on most circuits it is on those with compressors and motors because they have internal overload protection built in. They allow this so you can install a breaker large enough to allow the compressor to start without tripping but would trip on a short circuit while the internal overloads would keep the compressor from overloading the wire size .

[@PPG1967]

So, what if the minimum amp is 14 and the maximum amp is 25 what amp breaker do you install for that condenser?...and if the breaker is 30 amps, what do you do?

[@jessesmith1681]

@@PPG1967 i always use the maximum breaker size listed on unit because of start up amps so in this case a 25 amp and if it had a 30 amp it will not pass inspection as that is above the maximum amp listed . NEC says to use the nameplate ratings from manufacturer when determining wire size and breaker size for hvac equipment so in this case you could use #14 wire size and a 25 amp breaker because #14 wire is good for 15 amps so thats above the minimum ckt ampacity listed ( says minimum ckt ampacity of 14.2 in this case ) and 25 amp breaker is maximum breaker size listed on nameplate . I usully dont use #14 wire on a unit like this as i usually run a #12 wire just because the minimum ampacity is right at the limit for #14 wire but you can use it per code and if it was a short run from breaker to condenser i would have no problem doing so . If you look up Mike Holts video on youtube that goes over the requirements for hvac equipment it will explain this as well . As i said before the minimum ckt ampacity has nothing to do with breaker size as it simply means what the minimum wire size must be . And the maximum breaker size is just that . Its the maximum breaker size you can use for that unit . You could put a 20 amp breaker in and probably would hold but 25 is maximum you can use and a 15 probably would trip on start up due to higher amp draw on start up

[@PPG1967]

So, if the label says maximum amp is 25, and there's a 30 amp for that condenser at the electrical panel, you swap it out for a 25 amp?

[@wgshocker8515]

@@PPG1967 The max fuse or breaker size on equipment is from last over current device not just panel. Ex. 30 amp breaker in panel #10 wire to fusible disconnect at unit 25 amp fuses in disconnect.

[@jessesmith1681]

@@PPG1967 yes it needs to be swapped out as maximum breaker size is listed as 25 amp so if 30 amp is installed it does not meet code

[@desertdan100]

Do they allow the use of GFCI outlets for protection still instead of the breaker in the panel. Too many times in retrofits or remodels we are having nuisance trip issues. There is nothing worse than constant call backs. I don't know if it is quality control of the equipment or if all of the electronics in homes now are causing feed back into the Electrical systems. It seems to have started when we brought the distribution panels up to new code standards and separated the Neutral and ground bars and circuits. I have been around this stuff for 40 years. My Dad, Cousin and Brother in law are also Electricians. I have the most experience with industrial high voltage and 3 phase power. I have noticed issues come up more in the last 10 years. 1 Thing I don't agree with is the AC condenser or HP. The code in this case is wrong. The circuit breaker size in the panel is sized to protect the wire to the unit not the unit. Almost every AC unit out there has a 30 amp or 40 amp rated contactor in it. The momentary inrush amp draw can easily be twice the rating on the tag. The compressor and the condenser fan both have internal overloads built in. All newer units have electronic protection devices built into them. Every unit installed for 60 years has run at least a # 10 wire from the panel to the disconnect on the unit. Refresh my memory, how much current a # 10 wire can handle at 240 volt. Every rough in we did was at least a # 8 copper wire and that was pretty standard with most electricians doing new homes. Now with an Electric oven that does not have the same kind of inrush load I can understand it. Whoever wrote this code had seriously missed the mark on some things and they better revise it or there will be a lot of issues in the future. Wait until they are trying to run AC units on backup power systems or Grid tied Solar and EV charging systems. Things are going to get even worse. That being said, I think you are doing a great job on these videos and the information you are sharing. Keep up the great work. I realize you don't make the codes but discourse needs to start somewhere. The people in charge of it have probably never turned a screwdriver in the real world.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback!!!... thanks for watching!!

[@twoweary]

So when are panel manufacturers gonna start installing main arc fault breakers on their panels. Not until someone else does it first, because the individual 15 and 20 amp breakers cost a lot more ( ie, more profit).

[@PPG1967]

It's about the Benjamins!!!!

[@Awegner176]

What's going to prevent mischievous neighborhood kids from shutting off power to entire houses with the mandated external means of disconnect?

[@PPG1967]

Very good point!!!...I don't think they thought that one through.

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for watching.

[@62Cristoforo]

Addendum to NEC: All external main disconnect switches shall have installed next to them automatic tasers to deter mischievous children

[@raterus]

Or thieves, ring doorbells don't work without power!

[@sku32956]

Was not aware of the GFCI outlets on stoves, dryers .

[@PPG1967]

2020 NEC change...we amended that particular code down here in Georgia.

[@tonywagner4836]

i may be wrong here , but light fixtures above a tub must be wet or damp rated . pendant lights and fans not permitted by the 3x8 foot rule

[@PPG1967]

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[@noahastolfo9747]

And only of the recessed type

[@noahastolfo9747]

You can only have a recessed light over the tub

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback, and thanks for watching.

[@jimzimmerman5288]

PPG, that oven outlet was not readily accessible. Same with at outlet not readily accessible outside. You do a good inspection from what I see. Common sense.

[@PPG1967]

Huh??...oven outlet is not readily accessible??

[@PPG1967]

All of your comments are confusing to me.

[@jamesarruda5960]

Inspector should have caught that missing outlet in the kitchen. Not call it on final.

[@PPG1967]

It happens sometimes.

[@ricardocastillo2409]

Very Nice explanation thanks...😎👍

[@PPG1967]

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[@johnn.freisen3952]

In the video for the violation on the AC unit 30 amp breaker, (great catch). Those were Siemens breakers in a Square D panel, that is another violation. Square D only list their breakers as suitable for use in the panel. Mixing and matching breaker brands is a violation of a listed product. The bathroom receptacle in the vertical tub space, (great catch) you make it sound like it just needs to be removed, when in fact 210.52D states there shall be min of one receptacle within 3ft of "each" sink basin. So the receptacle either goes in between the sinks, (if that is more than the required 3ft from the tub and then there is the customers who don't like the receptacle in the mirror?) OR the electrician uses the 210.52D Exception with the required zone not available is allowed to put the receptacle(s) opposite the bathtub rim on the farthest wall within the room. This happens a lot in small baths, I red tag for only have one receptacle for two vanities. The panel catch in the closet and not having the required 110.26A2 working space of 36" front clearance and 30" width clearance is always a battle. Keep up the great inspections.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback... thanks for watching!!

[@mrrairai]

Great video

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate that!!!... thanks for watching!!

[@waynebussert5180]

PPG you may want to mention that the HVAC breaker being oversized at 30 amps. There could be an issue per NEC 2020 Article 210.8 (F) it states all outlets. This can be taken as not being a receptacle but hardwired which the HVAC compressor is hardwired. If your state does not amend 210.8 (F) it should be GFCI breaker in the panel Your video shows a standard breaker. Just FYI

[@PPG1967]

So, the state of Georgia amended the GFCI requirements for the a/c condenser, the clothes dryer, and the electric range.

[@gabe1254]

I believe they are delaying (2023?)enforcement of the AC condenser breaker being GFCI, due to equipment compatibility issues.

[@PPG1967]

Yeah, the state of Georgia amended that particular code. We were getting to many complaints from builders and homeowners.

[@PPG1967]

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[@250zxSkeeter]

In reference to the breaker at 30 amps for the ac equipment I believe it is allowed due to no 25 Amp breakers. Otherwise good work sir.

[@PPG1967]

Huh??..sir, they sell 25amp breakers everywhere. Lowe's, Home Depot, online... I'm confused!!

[@PPG1967]

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[@electricianslife1984]

Thank you 🙏

[@PPG1967]

You’re welcome 😊

[@alaaelbadawi2353]

GREAT VIDEO THANK YOU

[@PPG1967]

You are welcome!...thanks for watching.

[@MikesGarageRoute66]

Very good video! I am building a 3 car detached garage. What outlets would need to be GFI and or AFCI? The garage will have its own meter and service panel. Thanks!

[@PPG1967]

All exterior outlets must be GFCI.... that includes the garage.

[@PPG1967]

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[@MikesGarageRoute66]

@@PPG1967 Thank you very much

[@CharlesBuell]

Using receptacle and outlet interchangeably will only end up confusing someone. Is the condenser fused at the disconnect?

[@PPG1967]

Fuses at the disconnect are very rare sir...where are you located??

[@CharlesBuell]

@@PPG1967 Seattle. It is about 50/50 as to whether there is a fuse or breaker at the disconnect. Often the breaker in the panel is larger than what the unit calls for but as long as the disconnect is fused properly it is fine. Sometimes the disconnect is oversized and the panel breaker is then fine. You have to know both here.

[@charlestaylor3544]

You did not mention that circuit breakers can not have “hand written” labels.

[@PPG1967]

So, where is that in the NEC that says that??... I'll wait

[@raterus]

Imagine having to move an entire breaker box because you tried to save a buck

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@JeffreyMMyers]

Thank you

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for watching!!

[@NotABushFan1]

I see many DIY buying electric stuff that has no clue about NEC and I use the DIY very loosely. Question is it ok to mix the manufacture of breakers to the panel? I get that question a lot. I tell them to use the same manufacturer as the panel. Thanks-great video.

[@PPG1967]

You are correct, never mix breaker and panel manufacturers..keep them all the same.

[@PPG1967]

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[@woof3598]

thats me, in the process of correcting my garage outlets

[@lauraelizabeth4226]

You made it sounds like light fixtures are not allowed above the tub at all when in fact that is specific to hanging lights such as chandeliers. Flush mount lights such as bathroom vent lights are still allowed.

[@PPG1967]

I didn't mean to imply that you couldn't have a flush mounted fixture...sorry for the confusion.

[@PPG1967]

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[@shortsilwady]

For a kitchen or bathroom outlet, can i use a standard outlet if the breaker is a gfci breaker or does the actual outlet have to be a gfci outlet?

[@PPG1967]

GFCI breaker is ok for the bathroom. The kitchen breakers must be a combination AFCI and GFCI.

[@kenevans6382]

Where I live if the local city or county municipalities do not see fit to enforce a certain section of the NEC the local electricians do whatever they want with impunity.

[@PPG1967]

That's unfortunate...I appreciate your comment.

[@irey1978]

Could you used recessed water proofed LEDs in a shower? Say you built a big bathroom and need light to see in the shower that bathroom is going be dull with 8ft ceiling 3 feet out rule.

[@PPG1967]

You should be fine with recessed damp proof lighting. Check with your local building department to be sure.

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for watching!!

[@hotpuppy1]

Question about the last one>>light fixture over a tub. Is that low voltage? If it is, can it be used in the location?

[@PPG1967]

Only flush mounted light fixtures.

[@PPG1967]

Or put that light fixture on a GFCI circuit.

[@ryanjourneymanwireman4937]

It's getting tougher whether to add a receptacle or at the panel.

[@PPG1967]

Well, you got to figure out which one is more cost effective.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate you watching!!

[@jimmiegill3981]

This is why I just do duel function breakers

[@PPG1967]

The electricians I know do exactly what you stated, dual function breakers for everything.

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for watching!!

[@letsbuildsomethingNOW]

So, a stove with s pot filler must be on a GFCI circuit as well, right?

[@PPG1967]

Affirmative

[@PPG1967]

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[@timothywhetstine689]

Would it be whithin code if I just installed all the breakers with GFCI protection

[@PPG1967]

I know a lot of electricians that install all combo breakers (GFCI & AFCI) accept for dedicated circuits.

[@twoweary]

I think the people that work on the NEC have to justify their jobs by making changes, otherwise the people that pay them would ask what are we paying you for. Like afci’s, has there really been an independent study to prove they provide that much more safety ? 90 percent of the houses in the US have magnetic type breakers ( some still have knob and tube), and guess what, they’re not burning down left and right. I’m sure they are not forcing those on people just because they cost 10 times more than the ones we’ve been using for decades, and no politicians received any kickbacks for forcing home owners to use them.

[@PPG1967]

Ok, I appreciate your feedback.

[@bernardotamaseiii4971]

I live in Fillmore, CA in Ventura County

[@PPG1967]

I live in Georgia, we have adopted the 2020 NEC with state amendments. Check with your state and any amendments.

[@jasonlanning2394]

So I quess if you 8 foot ceilings you have to shower in the dark.

[@PPG1967]

You can have a flush mount light fixture or a can light fixture.

[@cesarsoberanes5235]

Safety first

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback.. thanks for watching!!

[@Ebbrush3]

what if that light over the tub is low voltage 24 vac/dc

[@PPG1967]

You can have a fixture over the bathtub if it's rated for wet locations.

[@augr3324]

What circuit can I share with a range hood

[@larryrola152]

There could be a 25 amp fuse in the disconnect and then the 30 amp breaker would be fine

[@PPG1967]

These are not fused disconnects.

[@larryrola152]

@@PPG1967 thank you for the reply. I couldn’t tell from the video. Since they are unfused disconnects, the 30 amp breaker needs to be 25 amp as you stated. If they were fused at 25 amps, the 30 amp breaker was fine. In the video it was implied that no matter what, the 30 amp breaker was wrong. I was simply adding that there was a way for it to be fine

[@PPG1967]

@Larry Rola I rarely see fused disconnects, and I'm in the field every day.

[@JZ-lm8fw]

This hardly would happen if they hired real qualified electricians with some sort of training from a community college or certified electrician school. I would be so mad to see this happen as an inspector

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your comments.

[@amunderdog]

Not sure. Most of the violations were to insure against lawyers. The end with the light over tub. That looked like low voltage led. Wonder what the code says about Low voltage lighting in a bathroom.

[@Cesarbelle832]

Would it be okay if this Gfci outlets were on Gfci breakers?

[@PPG1967]

Absolutely.

[@drewdroppings]

I'm installing a 115v mini split that says it can use a 15amp circuit. Is there an issue with using 12/2, 20amp circuit, and 60amp disconnect box?

[@PPG1967]

Is that 60 amp disconnect non-fuse? What's the maximum breaker amp for that mini-split?

[@PPG1967]

Most mini-splits require a 14/4 or 14/3

[@PPG1967]

What's the BTU's??

[@cesarsoberanes5235]

Great job 👏

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback.. thanks for watching!!

[@bryanduchane2371]

What do you do if a home inspector lists things that need to be fixed when they are done to the current electrical code when selling a house? Wouldn't be a big deal if they out of code, but they are not and are very expensive to put in the condition that he wants them done. Additionally, what he wants done would be complete violation of the current code!!!

[@PPG1967]

So, I don't think I truly understand your question...but I'll try to answer your question to the best of my ability.

[@PPG1967]

So, if I were you I would check with your local or city building inspector to determine what codes should apply to your situation.

[@josephmendoza215]

i guess the same applies to any remodeling in an existing home ???

[@PPG1967]

Yes, you are correct.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate you watching!!

[@fredbrown7954]

Great job

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate your feedback...thanks for watching!!

[@lawoull.6581]

"More code violations "🥸 😂

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate you watching.

[@JohnQPublic345]

i absolutely LOATHE tamper-resistant outlets

[@PPG1967]

Why??... it's to keep the public safe.

[@JohnQPublic345]

@@PPG1967 theyre a pita to plug stuff into. No point

[@beachboardfan9544]

All those GFCI changes, can they be GFCI outlets or do they have to be GFCI breakers or either?

[@PPG1967]

Breakers or outlets, either way is fine.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate you watching!!

[@larryslone65]

Aarrg! Must have said "this is a 2020 NEC code change" a hundred times.

[@PPG1967]

Ok, thanks for watching.

[@jolyonwelsh9834]

Just use all DFCI breakers in the panel and be done with it.

[@PPG1967]

Yeah, I know a lot of electricians that do exactly what you stated.

[@Neil-ym8vy]

They may have used a GFCI breaker without changing the receptacle

[@PPG1967]

I'm not sure I know what you are referring too.

[@simonealexander7626]

If I want to install a kitchen island and run the pipe through the concrete slab. How would the wiring be set up?

[@PPG1967]

I would consult a competent electrician in your area...thanks for watching!!

[@keithmassaro2099]

I can see some..the nec is getting out of hand on some minor.things..I can see gfi in all kitchen.bathrooms.garages.swimming pools.decks..out side outlets.all that deal with water..outher than that I can not see to put them in at all..

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for commenting...I appreciate you watching!!

[@stewartmelzer939]

what about hard wired range within 6 feet of sink

[@PPG1967]

That in the 2020 NEC???... you got a code section??

[@sapreaper]

no gfci required

[@hadleymanmusic]

Covered receps nowdays?

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for watching.

[@coriding]

Awesome update, thank you! Can a 15A GFCI Receptacle be used to protect a 20A circuit of receptacles, or does the GFCI receptacle protecting that circuit also have to be 20A?

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for watching!!!...I appreciate your feedback.

[@PPG1967]

You can use a 15a receptacle on a 20a circuit. You cannot use a 20a receptacle on a 15a circuit.

[@myronsmith2114]

@@PPG1967 Correct and this only for residential dwellings. Commercial is a different story

[@Brough1111]

Wonder how many people been electrocuted ina mud room probably nobody, wonder who influenced the code changes could the guys that sell the more expensive breakers

[@PPG1967]

I agree...I didn't understand that one as well.

[@PPG1967]

Thanks for watching!!

[@anonymousperson4363]

I for one agree with the GFCI in a mud room, but not behind a stove in an unreadable accessed space.

[@audiobrad99]

I'm confused by the mudroom rule. Who's to say what is a mudroom and what is an entryway with a bench? Any door to the outside could be considered a damp location if you come in from the pouring rain. Seems like a distortion of a "damp location".

[@AndrewConway]

@ *3:53! You found no problem with that Schedule 40 PVC Radius!... Hmmm

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate you pointing that out sir. However if you had taken the time to read the title and description of video you would've noticed that this video is about the "2020 NEC" Changes.

[@PPG1967]

I appreciate you commenting.

[@AndrewConway]

@@PPG1967 I appreciate you doing this... And your right, 2020 NEC Code changes...

[@rlapierre1240]

Hey, I want to have my 200 amp breaker box 30’ inside the house away from meter entry. I have 6’ space all around my breaker box, are there any distance requirements for meter entry to breaker box locations?

[@PPG1967]

Sounds like you need to check with your local or city building department or a competent electrician.

[@joeybrunson31]

Fire the plumber also. Cabinet man will not be happy when he sees water pipes coming through the floor and waste pipes coming out of the wall.

[@PPG1967]

Ok, I appreciate your feedback.

[@baltazarromero9772]

Hello very informative video, i just have a question, if you can’t install a light 8’ feet above a tub , what can you install for light? A recess ligth? Or you can’t do that ether?

[@PPG1967]

So, you can do a flush mount type, recessed type, or you can use a fixture in that zone, but it must rated for wet locations

[@baltazarromero9772]

@@PPG1967 thank you