How To Install Rough In Electricity In A New Construction House - Beginners Guide To Electrical

How To Install Rough In Electricity In A New Construction House - Beginners Guide To Electrical

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In this video I will show you how to install rough in electricity in a new construction house. This is how to do wire a new construction house for beginners. I go over the 6-12 rule for receptacle or outlet code. Roughing in house for electricity is something that will be inspected so be to follow your local electrical codes.

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Timestamps
Intro: 00:00
Switch Height: 01:09
Switch Location: 02:05
Saddle Box Installation For Ceiling Fan: 02:38
Installing Outlets Using The 6-12 Rule: 06:30
Outlet Box Height: 09:28
Outlet Box Installation: 10:06
How To Drill Holes For Electrical Wires: 10:20
How To Use A Right Angled Drill: 11:13
How To Use Wire Staples: 13:09
2 Wire VS 3 Wire Explained: 13:45
How To Jump Power From A Switch To A Receptacle: 14:14
How To Pull Wire Thought A Corner With Ease: 14:55
How To Tie Together Wires For Outlets In A Series: 15:33
How To Make A Home Run To A Panel Box: 17:56
Break Down Of The Room Wiring: 19:27








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