Mar 14, 2021 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, News, Newsletter Archive
Electrical inspectors are looking to ensure that existing as well as newly installed electrical components are safe, code compliant, and that the electrical components and wiring are being used properly and for their intended purpose. The two main types of electrical...
Dec 9, 2020 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, News, Newsletter Archive
The 2020 Residential Code of New York State (20RC) went into effect on May 12, 2020 in New York State and now it is required that heat detectors are to be installed in all newly constructed attached garages of residential homes. Section R314 of the 20RC introduced the...
Dec 6, 2020 | Authored By: Fritz Gunther, News, Newsletter Archive
The 1999 version of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is when Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI) first appeared in the Code. Since then, AFCI requirements have expanded to several areas throughout the NEC and so the confusion began. A common question among...
Dec 5, 2020 | News, Newsletter Archive
As a contractor, should an issue arise, it may be difficult to get your situation resolved when dealing with a large utility company. After contacting the utility company about your issue and you still cannot get your situation resolved, you do have more options. The...
Dec 5, 2020 | News, Newsletter Archive
The 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) does regulate temporary Christmas / Holiday lights. The intent is to provide the practical safeguarding of people and property from hazards arising from the use of electricity and the safe use of Holiday lights. All temporary...
Nov 17, 2020 | Newsletter Archive
TECHNICAL BULLETIN Effective Date: May 12, 2020 Source: State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council – New York Department of State RE: On December 6, 2020, the State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council adopted rules that amended and updated the New...
