I'm soon closing on a 2 unit property in the city. The property has two separate panels, 150amp each. They are the older federal pacific stab-lok type. No AFCI. I plan to get it rezoned to multifam, and get the use n ...

I have some experience wiring in new circuits, but this is a new one for me. My wife recently purchased an 8000 watt electrical ceramic kiln, 240V 1 phase power, 33.6 amps.I am installing in the basement of my home (o...

This is hypothetical because it is an exercise in electrical theory. No-one should actually do this because it is dangerous and could kill them or the poor lineman trying to restore power if they didn't understand the...

Hi All,Anyone have any pricing idea for removing Federal Pacific electric boxes and switching to 200amps? I have a 2 family and need to have this switched out (second question is must this be switched out to get a mor...

Hello! My property manager is telling me I need to upgrade the electrical panel on one of my units from 100 to 200 amps - the cost will be around $4k. For reference, the unit is a 2/1 and around 1000 sq ft. It is half...

I don't see any rehab specific categories, so this looked like the closest one, though its not a diary. Moderators; if I am in the wrong place for questions about remodeling, can you please tell me where to post these...

Hi,I am interested in possibly converting my common area power over to solar, depending on costs.  This is a 4-unit, flat roof building with great sun exposure.  I am only looking to power my common area, which would ...

I am wanting to buy a property in a online auction with the clerk of courts in my area. The foreclosure is for the mortgage not paid, the property current owner who is being foreclosed on also purchased solar panels i...

Good Morning,My husband and I are currently in progress on a flip and I have a question regarding the location of the hot water heater. The main electrical panel is located in the same closet as the hot water heater a...

Hi, My tenant called me to ask permission to install solar panels along with a power wall installed on the property. They are very good tenants, no issues in any matter for the last 2 years. They have replaced all the...