WILL WE PASS?? Preparing for Our FINAL Electrical Inspection

[@dunep6465]

Marty, nobody can plan everything in a house build and have no problems. I've been doing this kind of work for over 50 years and I've never seen a perfect build. You just do your best in planning and go for it. Attack the problems as they come. You guyz have been doing great through the whole building process and I marvel at your family's willingness to help.

[@chipsekulich1603]

Greetings from Tennessee. I appreciate your straightforward stand for Christ. Thank you for your great content, my friends.

[@DanielFachner]

Instead of knotching out your wall stud you could use a shallow pancake box.

[@matejkotnik9675]

Just for safety on electrical main line, it should be clamped over cable insulation, not on wires itself, clamp can cut into wires and cause a short on entrance of breaker box.

[@serenabrownrealtor7345]

The connection inside the main panel is going to cause fail. The plastic part should be inside the panel to prevent cable damage

[@mackfisher4487]

Electrical violation, in your service panel at 26:23 you show the Cable Clamp was installed backwards. The 2-screw clamp portion of the connector should be on the outside of the panel, be sure to have a supplied metal locknut then a plastic bushing on the inside. Depending upon which NEC code year your state is using there are other things that may be required such as multiple ground rods, and outside disconnect switch. Good Luck

[@norsk54472]

DIYer here, put in my original solar system 25 years ago. I agree, in backwards - also, you need to have the conductor's outer covering come into the box at least 1/4" and not tighten the clamp directly onto the inside conductors when I did my first inverter install I also used #6 feeder. later I upgraded and needed a bigger feeder, like a #4 for 70 amps, but I put in a #2 awg and a 100 amp breaker for possible future inverter increasing yet again. Just one of those things one learns by experience. Of course your distance from power house to house is much greater than mine. Some URD direct burial AL inside conduit would be cheaper than CU. For those others considering a similar project been following and love your build

[@tonystrollo193]

Marty, from what I seen I believe you will pass inspection, you do good work and there is nothing to worry about😀

[@zapmaster207]

They make a pancake box for the outside lights.

[@diyfferent]

Let me pass on some advice. You didn't need to cut the stud, or the sheathing. Next time just use an Arlington siding box, such as the 8081F. It has removable tabs, so it can easily be retrofitted. Just cut a square opening in your siding, attach the box, seal with siding sealant, and you are done. It would look professional and keep the water out. Those blue boxes are not good for this application.

[@KY4TRK]

Should of used a pancake box for the light insted of cutting into the stud. 4:36

[@harvmac69]

You got this Marty!

[@B_Vuv]

Generally no diy electrical passes the first time. Nothing to worry about. The inspector will tell you what needs to be changed. Nice work on the build. I've enjoyed watching your journey

[@chrisclausen6587]

fyi ups plugged into an extension cord is a no no. The inspector may have you change it.

[@IsaakAdamidis-q8k]

you have to separate the neutrals and the grounds of the sub panel in the garage

[@coenraaddeinum]

About finding the middle on your tape measure you said 29,5 right then just make it a bit diagonal to make it a even 30 then you just halfway mark it Works much faster

[@pepawspostings9231]

I have always thought that you couldn't run Romex in conduit. I could be wrong but if not you could use MC Cable.

[@IsaakAdamidis-q8k]

main panel of 50 amps breaker in the shed and the garage is a sub panel ask the inspector

[@GirdHerd]

Marty, You could have also tilted your tape measure to get 8 inches top to bottom and marked the board at 4 inches.

[@erikpearson5310]

I always enjoy your videos! Have followed your progress for a long time

[@thesmallterror]

Great work. Commendable how much you understand about all the different disciplines of construction. I've learned so much from watching your channel. I think I understand why the inspector said to put the romex inside flexible non-metallic conduit...He's considering your crawl a dry space (romex is only for dry spaces) but he thinks the area around your pressure tank poses a physical damage risk to the cable (romex is not adequately protected). Maybe because you're using the space for storage? This is one of the few cases where you'd want to run romex in a conduit. The internet experts get super uppity about romex in conduit; most conduit locations are damp locations, and romex can't go in a damp location.

[@selenaneo2164]

Cats getting more airtime than tux Tux needs to up his game lol hugs from uk

[@bettymathis1820]

I believe you will pass the inspection you do work

[@howiej2121]

Pass or fail is always in the eyes of the inspector. If you had a good relation when he inspected the rough in and where up front as the homeowner, that you were doing the wiring I have found the inspectors will work with a homeowner. The bits of pieces you show in the video all looks clean. On the day of inspection, I would make sure all your electrical is "accessible" for Mr. inspector to access, some will want to plug check every outlet make sure GFCI will trip, check make sure all smokies are linked together, any appliances that are hardwired have breaker lockouts installed in the panel. I think he will pass you.

[@sanityendshere]

I can't help you with the electrical stuff, but I'm looking forward to 2025 more. Our area was devastated by Hurricane Helene, so I've started researching prepping. I won't be unprepared when a winter or other storm hits.

[@davidabineri908]

They make grommets that do not require the disconnection of the wires in a panel.

[@jim-kalliedunn-md4bz]

Y’all are gonna pass with flying colors. Y’all do great work. 😊

[@waynemoody3489]

How are you operating your house on a fifty-amp breaker? What is your normal amperage draw?

[@dropshot1967]

All that hassle with fractions makes me appreciate the fact I grew up with metric. But for those of you who don't want to switch, you are free to keep on using fractions, I am just happy I don't have to.

[@czappa44]

god bless metric! :)

[@popeye3305]

Fractions are easy if you know how to read a tape measure.

[@petercozzaglio6070]

Agreed, fractions are pretty easy. With that said I wish the US had switched to metric back in the late 70’s. Many companies have changed for the better, but I’m sure for the younger generation, having two different measurements can be a little confusing. But overall, metric is generations ahead imperial….. But the US has always used metric regarding the monetary system.

[@jamesgoodman6243]

They will also check all connections in your home but also your power house outdoors for off grid house we saw but not your power house outdoors

[@ATrain5485]

Pass, from SC.

[@charlesbowers2358]

It looked like you did not have the wire sheath in the romex connector you installed. You shouldn't have the single wire clamped in the romex connector. Good luck with the inspection. Have a Great day!

[@robmosier4289]

You could do this as well. Angle the measuring tape diagonally until an even number. Example straight measurement 29 1/2 then measure on the diagonal to 30, center is 15… Really helps with harder fractional values.

[@markuskrypton604]

In Germany we call it "Hutmutter" like hatnut. 🤠🌰 I am interested in what about the power backups that might still be connected when you turn of the power from the solar shed. 🌄 Can you be sure there will be no power flow from the "ecoflows" to you at the power panel? 🔋

[@Turn-the-light-off]

Huge shoutout to EcoFlow🎉🎉

[@loucinci3922]

Enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing

[@xroaddog934]

From what I have seen YOU'LL PASS!... I've worked with Electricians but, I'm not one and I know enough to Keep me Out of Trouble!

[@larrykelly2838]

Pass, not a problem.

[@randywilson9611]

Great video good to see y'all

[@Dale-z3m]

Marty as a 40 yr. retired electron i can say that the inspectors are harder on us then a home owner also it never hurts to have a plate of fresh home made brownies on hand LOL

[@neil2809]

I wood have all cover plates off every out let and light switch. That way who ever comes to inspect see all and feels and sees you did all to Code and more.

[@angelanovianadebruijn1273]

I don't mind

[@timf6916]

Nice, you will pass. And yes to the Gold Star

[@russellwatters5891]

Overall, wonderful job with the build. Inspectors realize that owner/builders u as ually dont cut corners on their own house. I think you should pass no problem. Love what ya'll are doing ❤

[@gailpetchenik3048]

How do you hang the kayaks from the ceiling?

[@mtnshooter2487]

" It'll be fine".

[@RB9522]

Did you caulk (waterproof) the light you mounted on the corrugated siding?

[@littlegriffoffgridalberta6837]

Martin good job for not cutting the wire off 😃, Yes plan plan plan first :) I think you have done a pretty good job doing it all yourself 👍,

[@rickstarcampbell2771]

Pass ✅

[@waynesellers9929]

I think I would have located those outdoor electrical boxes during the framing and before the house wrap and siding.

[@donraffa2773]

The connector you installed for the solor is backwards

[@connietaylor2171]

Pass!

[@hubertwebb9869]

Pass.

[@oldpup2182]

I think you'll pass it.

[@brockm1663]

You could have used a pancake box instead of butchering that 2x6

[@Robertbush-s7t]

They make a box for that to mount to the stud

[@freakinschweeet]

Do you find that 50 amps is insufficient? Curious how you manage the power load across various appliances, especially those with high peak usage during startup or continuous.

[@RJ-er3gv]

They make shallow boxes for situations like a stud in the way.

[@BigKev059]

your going to Pass

[@bullsicory]

How much did it cost you in materials to build your house, if you don't mind me asking?

[@BenButler1]

Is it allowed to have two pieces of romex inside of conduit?

[@karenphillips6801]

Pass

[@brianperry4754]

That is called a mechanical interlock that prevents you from paralleling separate electrical sources. Simple safety, approved by Sally.

[@jimbahneman6553]

U could have used a half box instead

[@rienlamberts6661]

Pass😊😊

[@littlegriffoffgridalberta6837]

Have you tried running the house off the EcoFlow by it's self to see how long it will run ?

[@SteveeCee]

Those cats are lovely

[@gardeningfishingjimw9364]

Marty, you are gonna pass with flying colours mate!! :)

[@angelanovianadebruijn1273]

Why not centimeters

[@sandypratt8951]

❤️👍👍👍

[@joesnuffy1961]

They make a box that will straddle the stud

[@RobertlFraley-rv4nn]

PASS everything is neet and tidy no problem so far

[@mobetravels5835]

I have been watching you for too long, and am confident y'all will pass!

[@clarencewiles963]

Yes you’re cat is running his motor Pass✅

[@bruceboyles1895]

What about using a pancake box so you would not have to cut away that stud?

[@cayetanososa7836]

Mari how long you take it for Building your house looks nice and i sí yo from Long time ago

[@RichardSteigmann]

Video time 26:21. The clamping of the main line of solar inverter. The cable no longer has external insulators and is fixed with a metal clamp. I don't like that. In Germany, the inspection has come to an end here 🫣

[@hanzon]

One thing I've seen is that you often don't put covers on your electrical sockets.

[@joelombard6787]

Ecoflow did not warranty my unit. Only had it 2 yrs.. wait til u see my review.

[@Hamselv1959]

Pass 👍

[@joanbarber5384]

Why would you use that big of a ecoflow for that? Even a delta 2 is too big for that.

[@randypyatt5649]

I think it will pass for sure.

[@uchanugroho]

pak martin hope inspection ok

[@brucejohnson1588]

Are your lectures going to be made available in the Uk, maybe working through theology centres such as LICC?

[@ehudtokatly9287]

Dear Johnsons. I've been following your channel for years and I really love your family's homesteading work. I am also very interested in your prepping advice. I am an elderly Jew living in Jerusalem, Israel. Since the horrors of October 7th 2023 and the 14 months' war that followed, many things that you are thinking about have already happened here. Many Israelis have realized after the horrific terror attack that we cannot always rely on the authorities to respond quickly and fully. Therefore, many civilians armed themselves (an official permit is required here), stocked food, water and medications, installed domestic backup generators for basic emergency needs, built domestic safe rooms and bomb shelters, and acquired alternative means of communication. There was no mass panic or Prepping rhetoric - only calm, decisive action. But the most important factors (which we had to learn the hard way in Israel) are: Having Faith and upholding the Community Spirit! Most of us simply got together, helping each other, volunteering to support our brave troops and the victims of the hostilities. Indeed, there is a part of our public that is acting against this spirit, but they are a shrinking minority. Most Israeli Jews are coming closer to our ancient Faith and Tradition, which include our family and community values. It may not look like that in the mainstream media, but it is clear that many ordinary citizens in Israel, as well as in many other places in the Free World, are becoming more patriotic and religious. So all these different fronts - from Ukraine to the Middle East - really mean one global clash between the true believers of this world and our cruel enemies. Therefore, let us stick together across the world in hope and true prayer that what we are seeing is the beginning of better times, of the long awaited redemption! God bless you all and keep up the good work! Ehud

[@mariacristinafrigoladelima8365]

Cadê a tradução IA? Adorei da última vez,aprendo muito com os vídeos,bjs do Brasil.

[@starofgracebbq]

👍 pass

[@anandrew6641]

Fail, something small, but you'll have to fix it and send a picture to the inspector and then you'll be done. Cause inspector wouldn't be doing his job is there wasn't one thing he didn't find.

[@carolwarren1631]

Pass

[@joelink7665]

She could on living off grid with a goof ball

[@0xdeadc0de]

Martin do you sure to close the distribution box ? *LOL* After so many months ...

[@williamwales6619]

Pass with bells on.😂

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi Marty , maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan that’s awesome maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan no more lectures maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan

[@cathywatson1420]

Pass!!!!😂

[@allenrobinson975]

😀😀

[@donnajean3346]

you will pass

[@floydkyte-up4pj]

You mention how your hydro is free it is not someone had to pay for your system

[@MartinJohnsonOffGridLiving]

Free as in no monthly bill. Ultimately nothing is free it cost someone something somewhere. But we all understand that when someone says something is free.

[@th-zd4oj]

you will pass

[@danhandke5012]

👍🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️👍

[@loucinci3922]

Hmmm....I didn't think NEC allowed "Romex" inside conduit. Like you said, it depends on the state you live in. Curious to find out if you pass. Let us know.

[@thesmallterror]

People almost always use conduit in a damp location (e.g., outdoors). Romex can't be used in a damp location, even if its inside conduit. His crawl is actually a dry location, so this an allowed example of romex in conduit. The conduit only serves to physically protect the romex.

[@colincogill9031]

pass