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Why should I shut off the breaker?
This is not necessary unless you are installing a new power outlet, or moving one.
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Can you hang a picture over a breaker box?
You can as long as the breaker box is still readily accessible! Something temporary like a picture or calendar would be fine—just don't build anything permanent around it that will...
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Once the water is shut off, should I turn off the circuit breaker to the electric water heater?
You can and it's not a bad practice at all. In fact, that's your only option if there are no external settings on the water heater itself.
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We are ready to install two basement windows. There is an R/O with wood trim. Do we have to remove the wood R/O before we install the windows or do the windows sit in this opening?
No, not if the windows fit. As long as they're in good shape, there's no law against re-using them nor keeping them undisturbed. However, if they're just blocking empty space...
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What does an arc fault circuit breaker do?
The easiest way to explain it is that an arc fault circuit breaker does the exact same thing as a regular circuit breaker. In other words, it can trip due...
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I want to install a 20 amp breaker on a garage circuit that is now 15 amps. Can I just replace the old circuit breaker so I can safely run my 120 volt air compressor?
The short answer is, probably not. The wires coming out of that breaker may not be thick enough to handle 20 amps and you risk fire. If you can guarantee...
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How do I become a journeyman electrician?
Typically, you can only sit for a journeyman license test after working as an apprentice with a licensed electrician for a certain amount of time, as well as completing a...
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How long does it take to get your electrician's apprentice license in the mail once you've submitted your application?
At a maximum, 30 days. If you don't get your license after 30 days, call the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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I had a journeyman and master electrician license in Texas until 1997 when I moved out of state. Can I be grandfathered in?
Possibly. Call the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and ask about your specific license. They may be able to grandfather you in. Texas does have grandfathering laws on the...
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What is the best ice breaker question?
Ask if they are a cat or dog person or if they have any pets of their own.Talking about pets is always great, since most people have a pet. If...
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