David Ibrahim
Knob and Tube in Rental Property
Hi everyone. I have knob and tube wiring for some of my lights and outlets in my future rental property. The house has 2 panels. The first-panel label states that the breaker panel is rated 40 circuits. There are 40 o...
Garen T.
Recurring electrical issue: Compensate the tenant?
Hi2 months ago my tenant let me know that the Master Bed and Master Bath circuit kept blowing. She would have to reset it, and then it would only stay on for a day or two. I had my service go look at it and they found...
Jeff Gammon
Adding a mini split in a rental?
Hello Bigger Pockets community! My wife and I are just getting started on our real estate journey, and this is my 1st time posting in the forum. We live in the Dayton, OH area. We have recently moved out of our hom...
Daria B.
AFCI vs GFCI, does AFCI include same GFCI protection
I know AFCI is a newer type for arc fault protection. As the subject title indicates, Is this an either or type of receptacle?Searching Lowes and Home Depot sites for cost but wondering if AFCI supersedes GFCI and inc...
Jesse Smith
Alternative to Separate Electric Meters for Multi-Family
I own a 3-unit property. It was originally an old house, and it was divided into three units. Only problem is that Unit 1 and Unit 2 are on the same electric meter and breaker panel. The circuits are clearly divide...
Mark Forest
Adding sump pump to garbage disposal line
The electric panel in one of my rentals is full. I suddenly need to add a sump pump and the most expedient way is to tap into the 20 amp circuit that controls my garbage disposal and dishwasher. I am not sure, but I...
Jon Swift
How much should i fix on a rental property
I'm planning to buy a new house to live in and rent out my current house. My current house is in pretty good shape but does need some stuff repaired and i'm wondering what needs to be fixed before i rent and what can ...
Andy B.
GFI is trippin'
Weird situation and I'm not sure if I can do anything about - may need a pro - but figured I'd pose the question here to see if anyone could assist.
I have several GFI outlets in my garage. One of them has been know...
Account Closed
Question on electrical panel
My electric just installed electrical panel. I did not find any GFCI breakers. He said that the house does not need it due to the age. I am planning to rewire the whole house. I am not sure what he is doing is right. ...
Sai T.
Dish washer- Hardwired or GFCI
Hello
Can the dishwasher be hardwired. Is there the new code requirements for the dishwasher to be connected to GFCI ?