@@drfusioncraft Yes and no. The NEC is nationwide for the USA. Some of our cities and states require stricter standards on some points, but the NEC remains the backbone. Other countries have their own backbone codes.
NEC Code year is dependent on municipality. So yes it is location dependent. And yes you always have to follow code but everyone is on a different year.
I really liked this video format. Really gave a good overview with lots of little breaks for interesting/useful side info or tips. As an apprentice, it honestly felt like a condensed version of one of those days where I'm doing something new/learning a lot. Thanks a bunch!
I'd also use some Noalox or Dielectric Grease on the terminals for years of trouble free connections. Humid areas are prone to corrosion. I'm in the rustbelt
As an electrician that has been in the trade for over 25 years I enjoyed this type of video more then normal. It is nice to see a bit of another fellow electricians jobs. As we don't generally work together we don't tend to see other ways of doing a job, tips, tricks, etc. But keep in mind I still enjoy the videos that are directed towards newer electricians. For the same reason basically. We tend to do the same process in doing jobs. Sometimes we forget to look at new methods, tools, etc. Keep up the good work.
Impressive and Old School commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Fixing the things you notice is not only the right thing to do, it shows a commitment to quality and to standing behind your work. It is what I look for in any contractor or business partner. We need more like you out there!
really like seeing you in the field, the body cam perspective is sick. I've always thought it would be awesome, but I don't have the audience, so cool to see someone else do that!
@@ericsaurbek395 not everyone. Otherwise people working in this field wouldn't ask me how I pull XYZ thing solo and then you blow their minds by saying what I said lol. It's the little things. Obviously veterans in the field know this trick. But any apprentice who's only done residential construction would not.
@@zmettin1994 Exactly! Many many many electricians only have residential experience and would probably have never seen the vacuum trick being used. It's always worth throwing out a time saving tip, even if they already knew they probably appreciate you trying to make it easier; and maybe somebody around (like an apprentice like you said) will learn something.
I'm kinda impulsive/compulsive and have to fight myself hard to keep from fixing things like that. I usually lose and end up doing it. Especially if I think it's a safety issue. The idea that someone will think that it was my work also nudges me.
I would love to fix it, and I typically fix very small issues for free, however often times my generosity comes back to bite me in the ass because you're fixing one small issue like a loose plug on an exterior wall and suddenly the box breaks. Now you have to do magic to make sure that plug stays where it has to.
THANK YOU!!!!!! For explaining to people what tapping and drilling screws are. I've been in full blown arguments/conversations on job sites over it lol. Never in a angry way, just friendly talk about correct terminology.
Sure for a extra charge. Other wise time and materials (straps and screws) cost money. And the more you do this the more money you lose at the end of the year. It adds up fast. Now if it's just tightening some terminations in a panel or something I can see that as good customer service but if I even grab one strap fitting ect... they pay for that! Because like I said at the end of the year it can easily be a loss of thousands of dollars
Silicone is your friend for weatherproofing. I also silicone the top port plugs as well as the inside mounting screws. I see those outside mounts disintegrate fast.
Loving the job site content! As far as correcting the flex issue, I can certainly relate to debating whether or not to go beyond my own job responsibilities and often allow “safety” to be the determining factor. If it requires more work than is practical I would at minimum bring it up to the customer and let them decide how they wish to proceed (if at all).
Agree. They may not have ever noticed it, and by pointing it out, it allows you to not assume responsibility for the fault/issue. Also from my experience they usually ask, "how much will you charge to fix it".
You're doing a great job on the videos you're killing it I enjoy watching you grow and the passion you have for this trade and you inspired me to start my own TH-cam channel I am an industrial electrician in Ontario Canada
Hiya pal, Good video, thank you. Back in 1969, yes, we had electrickery; then, I was testing some theatre-type lights the school had purchased ready for a production of 'Oliver'. As a 2nd year, I was 12 and was not allowed to put on the plugs; a 16-year-old did that. But I was plugging them via their 5amp plug into the new dimmer unit. As it was, in the '60s, there were very few electronic dimmers around, and these were wire-wound units. Anyway, I plugged in the next lamp, switched the selected to 'dimmed', and ran the slider up to full on. Nothing happened. Okay, I flicked the selected to 'On' and again, nothing. I then lent my spare hand to the metal case of the dimmer unit. I was holding the metal-cased 500W lantern in my other hand; ops!!! The 16 yo had wired hot/ground reversed. So I was now stuck holding the lantern with my muscles locked and unable to move anything. This was in Cyprus in the Medeterainian Sea in August. After a while, I've no idea how long the drama teacher walked into the hall, saw me standing there, pouring sweat, but not moving even when he spoke to me, realised I was live and pulled the power cord from the wall receptacle. I was airlifted to hospital by helicopter, we were on an Air Force base, and dad was a Flight Sargent. To finish the story, my sweating saved my life. The power went from one hand to the other across my body, on my skin, via the salty sweat instead of through my body and my heart; hence I'm still alive. Morrel; Just because he was 16 did not mean he knew more than me. My three elder brothers beat the shit out of him, and as my girlfriend's dad was head of the police and security services, no action was taken against them, but the kid was expelled. Stay safe, steve...
My advice to new and seasoned electricians is get a leather pouch that fits in your back pocket. Then just carry your pliers,screw driver and strippers in that pouch. Of course keep a tape measure on you and a pencil. Anything that can't be done with those tools is going to require more than a tool belt will hold anyways so save money on buying a tool belt that holds every little thing you got.
This is exactly what I do. I use this one and it works out great; occidentalleatheroutlet.com/products/occidental-leather-leather-electricians-pocket-caddy-5053
I wear dedicated work pants, they have a few extra pockets and a hammer/drill loop. I can stuff the basic things in them, and don't have to wear bulky stuff.
My experience has been that if don’t point out those things to the customer it has come back and bite me on the you know what. I would fix , just so I don’t have to carry tools back down.
Videos like this, is why I subscribed to your Podcast. I work out of Local 26 IBEW and its always large commercial and Industrial jobs. So this video really tickles old brain cells. Good job home slice.
If your doing boat docks “floating structures” your putting that out there for DIY’ers, you should have definitely gone in to grounding the dock and junctions of the dock. Ground rod all that stuff lots of people die from docks.
3:52 also helps to have a magnetic parts “tray/dish” etc… that can put up there on metal structure and put anything in it for safe keeping. If a metal screw, can be upside down and shouldn’t fall out, which is nice. One sucky thing that does happen, having a container on the dock and having it accidentally kicked into the water 🤦🏼, that sucks, especially if a impact driver or drill etc😢 Thx Dustin✌🏻
👋Hello Dustin🏅. Outstanding work done. 👍 Your Customer Service, credibility, experience and willing to do the right work, make You different, outstanding person and Profesional Electrician from the rest.👏. Like your way to think in Safety.🏆 Also, all different segment during the videos are excellent done.👌 Thank you. Keep it up. May God bless you. Sincerely, 😎Mr. Villalba, J.🇵🇷
I would throw couple straps on the carflex and I would fix the other bell box. Not only because of my OCD, but because I feel it would lead to a good reputation as well as return customers. Half hour of labor at most, and maybe 10 bucks in parts = future work. I think it's worth it
Like the extra tid bits of info, watching your videos got me excited for becoming an electrician, and I have been an apprentice for almost a year. Thank you.
Great video! Would you mind telling me about the gloves that you wore? Where do you buy them? What are they made of? Also, how do you strap the camera on your body to film? Thanks for all your videos.
I noticed that also. Sharp eye. It is good practice to walk the customer through the whole job to upgrade all things to code. And don’t let them decide “no that’s not important to me”. Either I follow code or I go to the next job!
Great job as usual Justin... I just installed a TR outlet for a client and when I went to check it out with the GFCI tester, the TR was impossible to insert it because of the TR function! I had to resort to watching a you tube clip that showed how to install a plug into a TR receptacle. How embarrassing. I guess they think little kids are going to stick a paper clip in every outlet?
@@ElectricianU Wtf! Dustin replied to my comment! I’m fanning out over here! 😂 Much respect man! I’ve yet to watch a video with out learning some useful shit. Definitely count on me to keep watching! ✊
Thank you for your videos they are well done and contain valuable info. I'm a Master in Vermont and do exclusively industrial work so it's good to see how the other half live.
You did the right thing installing an ugly heavy duty bubble on existing FS box. I would make sure that the duplex receptacles are WR & TR type. If this was my dream house think I would feed the panel with can not remember the name but a GFCI circuit breaker 30 ma trip ( used on equipment ) just in case fancy dancy newest self testing GFCI at dock manfunctioned. Was told at a CEU class a few years ago that GFCI breakers do not have to provide all the great things in newest GFCI receptaclrs. Believe they said breakers do not have to be self testing or correct wiring check.. ( hot & nuetral conductors ). How the F do they get away with that. They charge 3 times more for a GFCI breaker that does less then a GFCI receptacle. ( do not count overcurrent or short circuit protection that a breaker supplies ). Nice vid.
Yes absolutely I would fix it. 5 minutes, no big deal. As for drilling a hole in the back of the box. Try using pole barn screws. 1/4" hex head, and an attached washer with a rubber seal under the washer. Self drilling too! They are used to attach steel siding and roofing so they have to seal.
I’m loving this on site video. Now to the question on fixing the flex is completely on you. Like there are time where I do fix with no problem at all. but more often than not, I fix things and than it became a bigger issue just trying to fix it and it made me think I should’ve left it alone.
I really dig how your videos have so much info and really make you want to do something like this. Just makes me look forward to getting In the trade more after each video.
Thank you for sharing. As always great video. Like to see more of you in the field, with the extra additions to the project. The code and pro tips where great. I would have fixed the other issues. That is old school thinking. Leave the job site better than you found it. Also, there are many minor fixes that will have your work standout.
loved the video man. I'm a 3rd year apprentice and If I see something not right I usually fix it since i'm already at the job better to be safe. My opinion. I am in the industrial field and we barely even use the code book. I am in canada so I really appreciate it that you go through it even thought its a little different then ours but helps a lot to explain most of the articles. Thanks again
I LIKE THE COMMENTS U MAKE. IM AN ELE. I ONLY DO ELEICAL WORK FOR FRIENDS. CENSE I RETIRED. THE GOV. MAKES THERE OWN RULES. FOR 15 OF THE 33 YRS. I DID ELE. WORK. IT'S NICE TO HERE SOMEONE HEARING WHAT IS REALY THERE. TKS.
Love these service calls. Enjoy EVERY one. I would have fixed the droopy flex AND I know you would have also. I think most people watching your channel would also fixed. Had a friend electrocuted in the early 60’s while using a drill on his boat in the water!
I would DEF fix that sagging flex. 1. It would make the customer happy that you went above and beyond. 2. it's the right thing to do. 3. YOU COULD, and I said COULD charge for it, If you wanted too...But, if it's not in the estimate or prior plan discussed, you can always mention it to the customer beforehand and see how they feel about it. It is possible you could get some more $ out of the job. 4. This particular customer will ALWAYS call you back for any work and recommend you to any friends and family! Wanted to add, One thing I learned when in the culinary field (which is where I spent over 12 years before becoming an electrician) If you have a good experience at a food service establishment, you will tell 1-3 people about it. If you have a BAD experience, you will tell WAY MORE people about it. Same goes for an electrician doing a job for a customer...
My knees were getting bad towards retirement so I got quite good at remembering what I'd needed, I used a hand truck when I could but there were always surprises. I'd repair that carflex.
Thanks for putting everything together. Very informative and useful. Been learning lots. A tiny suggestion - no need to have an introduction cut scene to sponsorship. Role it in naturally like a conversation fast and efficient.
I think you should fix it and let them know you did it for free (unless they’re a jerk). Right on, you’re an awesome human, wish more ppl are like you. Do it correctly the first time, you’re that guy.🤙🏽
I just had this discussion the other day with my office. But referring to strapping of "car flex" or liquid tight, sealtight. Code says in article 350. Liquid tight must be strapped 12" from box and every 4¹/² ' there after. I had some of my office guys say that you can only run 6' max of liquid tight. I ran 25' though I roof top dog house to a disconnect for a condenser unit. And they flipped out say now we are going to fail inspection. No where does is specify length except in exception #3 and exception #4 in which those are both referring to luminaries and straping distance for such. So I had to prove to them by showing them the code article. I got I nice pat on the back for that. And we passed inspection. hahaha
Screw through the bell box use duct seal or sealing rubber washers or in a real pinch silicone and a washer all just as good or better than the foam seal that keeps the box weather tight those tabs and bracket taped holes coroade and rust fall apart very easy. By the way I live in New England so have to deal with expansion and contraction of ice main reason for my problems with those bell box tabs just a damp location or indoors yes those tabs are great
Dammit Dustin, I wish you had to get power down to the dock as well. As I’m just learning, I’m trying to get in my mind how to get power to remote locations, at what point you can’t just size for voltage drop and run a new service kind of thing.
I'd add one thing, (just me personally ) , because of all the surrounding water. After closing everything up, testing that everything is working, I would take a pen tester and just test the metal bar that you screwed the box into, make sure it didn't get energized by a pinched wire or something. You never know, and it only takes a second.
WRTR recep comment..... It's also a wet environment, above water. And I appreciate you mentioning that it's supposed to be GFCI protected. There is an entire section of code for marinas boatyards and boathouses. Arcticle 555. The code is stacking back to front. keep in mind overkill is legal. Under do it and you might responsible for electrocution.
As a electrician it is my job to make sure it is safe so yes definitely would have fixed loose flex and replaced cover so it's not my ass on the line when something happens.
The fitting of that LFNC are NPT or NPS?. I consider, although there are shared criteria, that all waterproof boxes must be used with NPT connectors if they are used outdoors.
You have to fix it. You touched it you own it. Be sure to charge for the time if it is not already a T&M job. I think I would have replaced that receptacle where you replaced the in use cover with a WRTR receptacle for the same reason.
ok.. I have never used that type of connector you used on the carflex to the bell box. It looked like a metal flex connector. We have to use the plastic weather resistant carflex connectors. I wish I had known you could use the one you used, would have saved me a trip to the supply house the other day
also, your video quality has evolved! And yes, my ocd would've kicked in and I would probably add the straps to the flex. Unless I had to go back up the damn lift to get them LOL...
Myself I fix issues that I find from previous work. This way it doesn't come back on my boss and cause headaches for us both. And I have pre-made whips I carry with me just to save a lil bit of time. Usually like 1' all the way to 6'
The first time we ever heard about WR outlets was about 6 years ago. Inspector busted us on balcony outlets. My guy called me and told me we needed WR gfis. I thought he was joking. Was not happy at the cost of them plus the labor to change about 80 of them out. Apparently around since 2008 in NEC. Most of our work was Chicago so we were not aware of the NEC requirements on little stuff like WR.
I really like this video it was cool to see you out in the field I'd like to see more of that personally. Not trying to say your other videos are as good.
love that your secured the carflex!!! chances are a customer would never notice, but eventually it would damage the insulation on the wiring inside and been a %$#^E%$%# customer service call!
I was thinking the same thing. With no weatherseals on the top of the bell box water will come down the flex into the box. Also make sure to have a drain hole in the box at the bottom. I have seen too many bell boxes fill with water as people seal them all up and condensation etc will find its way in over time and fill the box.
The first thing I would have done is make sure the circuit is off as soon as I opened the j-box by testing it first! I would be sure to add that in your next vid As for the dangling flex, absolutely I would have secured that. I would have told the customer that I fixed something noticably wrong even though it wasn't in my job description. They obviously have kids running around judging by the pool toys in the closet. Keeps the kids from getting shocked. Also, it makes the customer happy to know you're looking out for them, and will make them want to call you in the future, and recommend you to their rich ass neighbors.
fix it and on the bell box i use screws with rubber gasket for putting tin on barns also i put silicone on the thread that screw in to bell boxes also there are times a bell box does need a small drain hole in the bottom "bell boxes aren't rated for underwater anyway" it seems water still gets into the boxes and needs to drain out especially in a area of power washing
If you really don’t want those tabs on the bell box showing you can use two of those self drilling sheet metal roofing screws with the steel/rubber washer through the back wall of the box, still maintains it’s waterproof integrity
Yes i would have addressed that unsecured flex. But instead of just straps i would use EMT to replace that raceway. Btw, you should show yourself checking for hot wires.
I would have definitely fixed that hanging flex. Im guessing the wire you used was THHN? I do a lot of work on docks. THHN is listed for wet environments.
I have always been of the mindset, to leave it a better mess ;) Than the way I found it. Even if it means an extra screw or three and that extra strap that you left at the truck.
Really enjoyed the "code time" of this episode. I hope to see more small snippets of the code in the future.
Code is really location dependent though
@@drfusioncraft Yes and no. The NEC is nationwide for the USA. Some of our cities and states require stricter standards on some points, but the NEC remains the backbone. Other countries have their own backbone codes.
NEC Code year is dependent on municipality. So yes it is location dependent. And yes you always have to follow code but everyone is on a different year.
I really liked this video format. Really gave a good overview with lots of little breaks for interesting/useful side info or tips. As an apprentice, it honestly felt like a condensed version of one of those days where I'm doing something new/learning a lot. Thanks a bunch!
I'd also use some Noalox or Dielectric Grease on the terminals for years of trouble free connections. Humid areas are prone to corrosion. I'm in the rustbelt
As an electrician that has been in the trade for over 25 years I enjoyed this type of video more then normal. It is nice to see a bit of another fellow electricians jobs. As we don't generally work together we don't tend to see other ways of doing a job, tips, tricks, etc. But keep in mind I still enjoy the videos that are directed towards newer electricians. For the same reason basically. We tend to do the same process in doing jobs. Sometimes we forget to look at new methods, tools, etc. Keep up the good work.
Impressive and Old School commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Fixing the things you notice is not only the right thing to do, it shows a commitment to quality and to standing behind your work. It is what I look for in any contractor or business partner. We need more like you out there!
really like seeing you in the field, the body cam perspective is sick. I've always thought it would be awesome, but I don't have the audience, so cool to see someone else do that!
I've always wanted to share footage of some of the more athletic attic work I've had to do... be cool to see some of that here too
Also Dustin: pro pro tip.... Plastic bag, Klien line, and a cordless shop vac. suck the bag in from one end. Attach wire.... Pull
It’s a good trick it’s fast but you will need to keep the conduit straight unless it’s a mighty powerful Vac. UK electricians do this all the time.
We do this all the time as well in Canada. We just use a regular shop vac with an end that makes an airtight seal. Works great.
Everyone knows that but thanks pro 😂🙄
@@ericsaurbek395 not everyone. Otherwise people working in this field wouldn't ask me how I pull XYZ thing solo and then you blow their minds by saying what I said lol.
It's the little things. Obviously veterans in the field know this trick. But any apprentice who's only done residential construction would not.
@@zmettin1994 Exactly! Many many many electricians only have residential experience and would probably have never seen the vacuum trick being used.
It's always worth throwing out a time saving tip, even if they already knew they probably appreciate you trying to make it easier; and maybe somebody around (like an apprentice like you said) will learn something.
I'm kinda impulsive/compulsive and have to fight myself hard to keep from fixing things like that. I usually lose and end up doing it. Especially if I think it's a safety issue. The idea that someone will think that it was my work also nudges me.
If you fix it then there is no way you can be accused of not doing it correctly.
If you work on some thing that is not right , you HAVE to fix it because you have touched it and your name is now on it
I would love to fix it, and I typically fix very small issues for free, however often times my generosity comes back to bite me in the ass because you're fixing one small issue like a loose plug on an exterior wall and suddenly the box breaks. Now you have to do magic to make sure that plug stays where it has to.
Good job.......the motto of leaving a jobsite better than how you found it is good workmanship!
THANK YOU!!!!!! For explaining to people what tapping and drilling screws are. I've been in full blown arguments/conversations on job sites over it lol. Never in a angry way, just friendly talk about correct terminology.
Definitely would have fixed that overhead flex as well. Customer service!
Sure for a extra charge. Other wise time and materials (straps and screws) cost money. And the more you do this the more money you lose at the end of the year. It adds up fast. Now if it's just tightening some terminations in a panel or something I can see that as good customer service but if I even grab one strap fitting ect... they pay for that! Because like I said at the end of the year it can easily be a loss of thousands of dollars
Silicone is your friend for weatherproofing. I also silicone the top port plugs as well as the inside mounting screws. I see those outside mounts disintegrate fast.
Good advice
Loving the job site content! As far as correcting the flex issue, I can certainly relate to debating whether or not to go beyond my own job responsibilities and often allow “safety” to be the determining factor. If it requires more work than is practical I would at minimum bring it up to the customer and let them decide how they wish to proceed (if at all).
Agree. They may not have ever noticed it, and by pointing it out, it allows you to not assume responsibility for the fault/issue. Also from my experience they usually ask, "how much will you charge to fix it".
best fucking electrician channel on TH-cam hands down. this dude dustin really cares about the videos he uploads on here and genuinely wants to teach
You're doing a great job on the videos you're killing it I enjoy watching you grow and the passion you have for this trade and you inspired me to start my own TH-cam channel I am an industrial electrician in Ontario Canada
Hiya pal,
Good video, thank you.
Back in 1969, yes, we had electrickery; then, I was testing some theatre-type lights the school had purchased ready for a production of 'Oliver'. As a 2nd year, I was 12 and was not allowed to put on the plugs; a 16-year-old did that. But I was plugging them via their 5amp plug into the new dimmer unit. As it was, in the '60s, there were very few electronic dimmers around, and these were wire-wound units. Anyway, I plugged in the next lamp, switched the selected to 'dimmed', and ran the slider up to full on. Nothing happened. Okay, I flicked the selected to 'On' and again, nothing. I then lent my spare hand to the metal case of the dimmer unit. I was holding the metal-cased 500W lantern in my other hand; ops!!! The 16 yo had wired hot/ground reversed. So I was now stuck holding the lantern with my muscles locked and unable to move anything. This was in Cyprus in the Medeterainian Sea in August. After a while, I've no idea how long the drama teacher walked into the hall, saw me standing there, pouring sweat, but not moving even when he spoke to me, realised I was live and pulled the power cord from the wall receptacle. I was airlifted to hospital by helicopter, we were on an Air Force base, and dad was a Flight Sargent. To finish the story, my sweating saved my life. The power went from one hand to the other across my body, on my skin, via the salty sweat instead of through my body and my heart; hence I'm still alive.
Morrel; Just because he was 16 did not mean he knew more than me. My three elder brothers beat the shit out of him, and as my girlfriend's dad was head of the police and security services, no action was taken against them, but the kid was expelled.
Stay safe, steve...
Working around water or high locations like cliffs or outdoor scaffolding i have what I call my 1$ harbor freight store set
That's a VERY good pro tip!
I have one of those of loaner tools for neighbors...
Man I really like it when I go to a job and can tell someone did it right.. that says a lot about your integrity. Cheers to you 🍻
Don’t be afraid to lube your flex... saved me a bunch of times
Lubing my flex forced me to get married.
@@oldfatandtired6406 good one
My advice to new and seasoned electricians is get a leather pouch that fits in your back pocket. Then just carry your pliers,screw driver and strippers in that pouch. Of course keep a tape measure on you and a pencil. Anything that can't be done with those tools is going to require more than a tool belt will hold anyways so save money on buying a tool belt that holds every little thing you got.
This is exactly what I do. I use this one and it works out great; occidentalleatheroutlet.com/products/occidental-leather-leather-electricians-pocket-caddy-5053
I wear dedicated work pants, they have a few extra pockets and a hammer/drill loop. I can stuff the basic things in them, and don't have to wear bulky stuff.
My experience has been that if don’t point out those things to the customer it has come back and bite me on the you know what. I would fix , just so I don’t have to carry tools back down.
Videos like this, is why I subscribed to your Podcast. I work out of Local 26 IBEW and its always large commercial and Industrial jobs. So this video really tickles old brain cells. Good job home slice.
If your doing boat docks “floating structures” your putting that out there for DIY’ers, you should have definitely gone in to grounding the dock and junctions of the dock. Ground rod all that stuff lots of people die from docks.
3:52 also helps to have a magnetic parts “tray/dish” etc… that can put up there on metal structure and put anything in it for safe keeping. If a metal screw, can be upside down and shouldn’t fall out, which is nice.
One sucky thing that does happen, having a container on the dock and having it accidentally kicked into the water 🤦🏼, that sucks, especially if a impact driver or drill etc😢
Thx Dustin✌🏻
Was waiting for the GFCI to be up at the house box as soon as you mentioned the tester, but alas.
This is superb Dustin well done and Thankyou for these on-site work videos. Your making the code come alive for apprentices.
👋Hello Dustin🏅. Outstanding work done. 👍 Your Customer Service, credibility, experience and willing to do the right work, make You different, outstanding person and Profesional Electrician from the rest.👏.
Like your way to think in Safety.🏆
Also, all different segment during the videos are excellent done.👌 Thank you. Keep it up. May God bless you. Sincerely,
😎Mr. Villalba, J.🇵🇷
I would throw couple straps on the carflex and I would fix the other bell box. Not only because of my OCD, but because I feel it would lead to a good reputation as well as return customers. Half hour of labor at most, and maybe 10 bucks in parts = future work. I think it's worth it
Like the extra tid bits of info, watching your videos got me excited for becoming an electrician, and I have been an apprentice for almost a year. Thank you.
Great video! Would you mind telling me about the gloves that you wore? Where do you buy them? What are they made of? Also, how do you strap the camera on your body to film? Thanks for all your videos.
For the outlet cover that you repaired - did you replace the outlet as well with WR+TR?
I noticed that also. Sharp eye. It is good practice to walk the customer through the whole job to upgrade all things to code. And don’t let them decide “no that’s not important to me”. Either I follow code or I go to the next job!
Great job as usual Justin... I just installed a TR outlet for a client and when I went to check it out with the GFCI tester, the TR was impossible to insert it because of the TR function! I had to resort to watching a you tube clip that showed how to install a plug into a TR receptacle. How embarrassing. I guess they think little kids are going to stick a paper clip in every outlet?
I’ll just fix it. Especially if they’re good customers. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS MAN!!! I’ve learned so much from watching you dude. Thank you!!!
Thank you for watching, my friend!
@@ElectricianU Wtf! Dustin replied to my comment! I’m fanning out over here! 😂
Much respect man! I’ve yet to watch a video with out learning some useful shit. Definitely count on me to keep watching! ✊
Thank you for your videos they are well done and contain valuable info. I'm a Master in Vermont and do exclusively industrial work so it's good to see how the other half live.
I now know the difference between self tapping and self Drilling. Thank you!
You did the right thing installing an ugly heavy duty bubble on existing FS box. I would make sure that the duplex receptacles are WR & TR type. If this was my dream house think I would feed the panel with can not remember the name but a GFCI circuit breaker 30 ma trip ( used on equipment ) just in case fancy dancy newest self testing GFCI at dock manfunctioned. Was told at a CEU class a few years ago that GFCI breakers do not have to provide all the great things in newest GFCI receptaclrs. Believe they said breakers do not have to be self testing or correct wiring check.. ( hot & nuetral conductors ). How the F do they get away with that. They charge 3 times more for a GFCI breaker that does less then a GFCI receptacle. ( do not count overcurrent or short circuit protection that a breaker supplies ). Nice vid.
Seeing work done makes the channel that much better dude 👌 Best electricians channel out here ⚡⚡
Thank you for posting this video Dustin. And yes I would put two strap to secure it. Cost next to nothing but sleep much better afterward!
Yes absolutely I would fix it. 5 minutes, no big deal.
As for drilling a hole in the back of the box.
Try using pole barn screws.
1/4" hex head, and an attached washer with a rubber seal under the washer. Self drilling too!
They are used to attach steel siding and roofing so they have to seal.
That's me! No matter how hard I try I'm always having to go back to the truck for that ONE more item I forgot.
I’m loving this on site video. Now to the question on fixing the flex is completely on you. Like there are time where I do fix with no problem at all. but more often than not, I fix things and than it became a bigger issue just trying to fix it and it made me think I should’ve left it alone.
I really dig how your videos have so much info and really make you want to do something like this. Just makes me look forward to getting In the trade more after each video.
Thank you for sharing. As always great video. Like to see more of you in the field, with the extra additions to the project. The code and pro tips where great.
I would have fixed the other issues. That is old school thinking. Leave the job site better than you found it. Also, there are many minor fixes that will have your work standout.
loved the video man. I'm a 3rd year apprentice and If I see something not right I usually fix it since i'm already at the job better to be safe. My opinion.
I am in the industrial field and we barely even use the code book. I am in canada so I really appreciate it that you go through it even thought its a little different then ours but helps a lot to explain most of the articles.
Thanks again
What do you charge for a job like this. I just started my business and am having a hard time bidding or giving the customer a price.
I LIKE THE COMMENTS U MAKE. IM AN ELE. I ONLY DO ELEICAL WORK FOR FRIENDS. CENSE I RETIRED. THE GOV. MAKES THERE OWN RULES. FOR 15 OF THE 33 YRS. I DID ELE. WORK. IT'S NICE TO HERE SOMEONE HEARING WHAT IS REALY THERE. TKS.
Love these service calls. Enjoy EVERY one. I would have fixed the droopy flex AND I know you would have also. I think most people watching your channel would also fixed. Had a friend electrocuted in the early 60’s while using a drill on his boat in the water!
I would DEF fix that sagging flex. 1. It would make the customer happy that you went above and beyond. 2. it's the right thing to do. 3. YOU COULD, and I said COULD charge for it, If you wanted too...But, if it's not in the estimate or prior plan discussed, you can always mention it to the customer beforehand and see how they feel about it. It is possible you could get some more $ out of the job. 4. This particular customer will ALWAYS call you back for any work and recommend you to any friends and family!
Wanted to add, One thing I learned when in the culinary field (which is where I spent over 12 years before becoming an electrician) If you have a good experience at a food service establishment, you will tell 1-3 people about it. If you have a BAD experience, you will tell WAY MORE people about it. Same goes for an electrician doing a job for a customer...
My knees were getting bad towards retirement so I got quite good at remembering what I'd needed, I used a hand truck when I could but there were always surprises. I'd repair that carflex.
This video was great. The tips and codes were so nice. Helps me want to get more into becoming an electrician
Thanks for putting everything together. Very informative and useful. Been learning lots. A tiny suggestion - no need to have an introduction cut scene to sponsorship. Role it in naturally like a conversation fast and efficient.
Really enjoy this service call style video! Hope to see more of these
Good video brother, yeah I would have strapped the flex also. Customers remember that when they have other projects.
I think you should fix it and let them know you did it for free (unless they’re a jerk). Right on, you’re an awesome human, wish more ppl are like you. Do it correctly the first time, you’re that guy.🤙🏽
Wow he is really stepping his game up good show!!! 👍🏾
I just had this discussion the other day with my office. But referring to strapping of "car flex" or liquid tight, sealtight. Code says in article 350. Liquid tight must be strapped 12" from box and every 4¹/² ' there after. I had some of my office guys say that you can only run 6' max of liquid tight. I ran 25' though I roof top dog house to a disconnect for a condenser unit. And they flipped out say now we are going to fail inspection. No where does is specify length except in exception #3 and exception #4 in which those are both referring to luminaries and straping distance for such. So I had to prove to them by showing them the code article. I got I nice pat on the back for that. And we passed inspection. hahaha
I've been biting my tongue for 20 years about self tapping vs self drilling screws. I thought I was the only one!
If I were the customer, I would remember if you fixed some of those little extra items and tell my neighbors with boat docks about you.
Screw through the bell box use duct seal or sealing rubber washers or in a real pinch silicone and a washer all just as good or better than the foam seal that keeps the box weather tight those tabs and bracket taped holes coroade and rust fall apart very easy. By the way I live in New England so have to deal with expansion and contraction of ice main reason for my problems with those bell box tabs just a damp location or indoors yes those tabs are great
Dammit Dustin, I wish you had to get power down to the dock as well. As I’m just learning, I’m trying to get in my mind how to get power to remote locations, at what point you can’t just size for voltage drop and run a new service kind of thing.
GREAT VIDEO AND INFORMATION
thank you for your time putting these together
I'd add one thing, (just me personally ) , because of all the surrounding water. After closing everything up, testing that everything is working, I would take a pen tester and just test the metal bar that you screwed the box into, make sure it didn't get energized by a pinched wire or something. You never know, and it only takes a second.
WRTR recep comment..... It's also a wet environment, above water. And I appreciate you mentioning that it's supposed to be GFCI protected. There is an entire section of code for marinas boatyards and boathouses. Arcticle 555. The code is stacking back to front. keep in mind overkill is legal. Under do it and you might responsible for electrocution.
wow. that lift is insane
As a electrician it is my job to make sure it is safe so yes definitely would have fixed loose flex and replaced cover so it's not my ass on the line when something happens.
Like these out in the field vids and I would have secured the overhead flex as well .Your vids just keep getting better and better ...
We call them RAB boxes in Canada.Same thing though, the company is called RAB. Great video man, I love your channel!!
The fitting of that LFNC are NPT or NPS?. I consider, although there are shared criteria, that all waterproof boxes must be used with NPT connectors if they are used outdoors.
i just started. i really love your videos. thank you!!
Pro Tip - Use PVC Jacketed MC. PS...They do indeed have a definition for Wet Location in Article 100.
You have to fix it. You touched it you own it. Be sure to charge for the time if it is not already a T&M job. I think I would have replaced that receptacle where you replaced the in use cover with a WRTR receptacle for the same reason.
ok.. I have never used that type of connector you used on the carflex to the bell box. It looked like a metal flex connector. We have to use the plastic weather resistant carflex connectors. I wish I had known you could use the one you used, would have saved me a trip to the supply house the other day
also, your video quality has evolved! And yes, my ocd would've kicked in and I would probably add the straps to the flex. Unless I had to go back up the damn lift to get them LOL...
Myself I fix issues that I find from previous work. This way it doesn't come back on my boss and cause headaches for us both. And I have pre-made whips I carry with me just to save a lil bit of time. Usually like 1' all the way to 6'
I may have missed something but why not gfci protect the outlet and line and load it for others? Great video though, and look forward to more
The first time we ever heard about WR outlets was about 6 years ago. Inspector busted us on balcony outlets. My guy called me and told me we needed WR gfis. I thought he was joking. Was not happy at the cost of them plus the labor to change about 80 of them out. Apparently around since 2008 in NEC. Most of our work was Chicago so we were not aware of the NEC requirements on little stuff like WR.
I really like this video it was cool to see you out in the field I'd like to see more of that personally. Not trying to say your other videos are as good.
Great channel bro!!! Keep up the great work, I know it takes a lot of time to just make these videos while you are working 💪
love that your secured the carflex!!! chances are a customer would never notice, but eventually it would damage the insulation on the wiring inside and been a %$#^E%$%# customer service call!
Great video Sir, I know i'm a pain but...would you please post a video about ballasts
Metal flex connectors on watertight tubing? Isn't that mis-use of a listed product? They make specific connectors for non-metallic watertight tubing.
I was thinking the same thing. With no weatherseals on the top of the bell box water will come down the flex into the box. Also make sure to have a drain hole in the box at the bottom. I have seen too many bell boxes fill with water as people seal them all up and condensation etc will find its way in over time and fill the box.
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I would fix it for sure and charge them also it looks good on you as an electrician
Enjoyed very much this type of video, i found it to be very informative and helpfull. Please continue making them.👍
That’s how a work too if want to do some electrical work I fix very things to make my job look good
The first thing I would have done is make sure the circuit is off as soon as I opened the j-box by testing it first! I would be sure to add that in your next vid
As for the dangling flex, absolutely I would have secured that. I would have told the customer that I fixed something noticably wrong even though it wasn't in my job description. They obviously have kids running around judging by the pool toys in the closet. Keeps the kids from getting shocked. Also, it makes the customer happy to know you're looking out for them, and will make them want to call you in the future, and recommend you to their rich ass neighbors.
Great Video!!! Thanks for all the work you put into these.
fix it and on the bell box i use screws with rubber gasket for putting tin on barns also i put silicone on the thread that screw in to bell boxes also there are times a bell box does need a small drain hole in the bottom "bell boxes aren't rated for underwater anyway" it seems water still gets into the boxes and needs to drain out especially in a area of power washing
I drill through the back of the box and use metal roofing screws with gasketed washers.
I KNOCK OUT THE TABS PROVIDED AND SEAL THEM SINCE I SEAL THE HUBS AS WELL
Do you do the video editing yourself?
Love the service call videos keep them coming!!!
Do you ever seal the closure plugs using sealing compound like the instructions call out for on these weatherproof boxes?
ALWAYS SEAL MINE
@@donl1410 Seal mine also!
If you really don’t want those tabs on the bell box showing you can use two of those self drilling sheet metal roofing screws with the steel/rubber washer through the back wall of the box, still maintains it’s waterproof integrity
So funny brother nothing like forgetting something small like a strap I would be pissed off too, been there many times😀😀😀
Yes i would have addressed that unsecured flex. But instead of just straps i would use EMT to replace that raceway.
Btw, you should show yourself checking for hot wires.
I would have definitely fixed that hanging flex. Im guessing the wire you used was THHN? I do a lot of work on docks. THHN is listed for wet environments.
Dude i love the shit out of this type of video. I like you explaining what you do, tips, how to do something. I love that.
Gotta Fix. My OCD would drive me crazy.
I have always been of the mindset, to leave it a better mess ;)
Than the way I found it. Even if it means an extra screw or three and that extra strap that you left at the truck.
I use a pvc cutter for the liquid tight. On short run i do the rodeo
Yes always leave it better. Good content