Wiring My New Shop | Adding Outlets and Lighting

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Welcome to the official April Wilkerson RU-vid channel. I’m April and I’m the creator of Wilker Do’s. I'm not professional or have any training, so I just pick the project I want to tackle and figure it out step by step. On this channel you will find a variety of content like DIY home improvement, How-To’s, construction and more.

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@TomsDIYShop 2 года назад

OMG!!! I was today years old when I learned that a corner ladder was even a thing! Thank you April, I love your channel! 😁

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Yes! I had never heard of them before. You are so welcome!

@PeterHertel 2 года назад

You ought to check out A-frame ladders as well then. It's what window cleaners use where I live and they are great for tight spaces, inside and outside corners.

@robstephens 2 года назад

@@AprilWilkerson They are used in orchards. Great for support on uneven ground.

@gr8705 5 дней назад

I just finished running over 300 ft of 12/2 metal clad wire with 20 amp breakers. I bought four Amazon UFO lights which is plenty of light for my 26’x 40’ x 14’ sidewall metal building. I saved a ton of money doing it myself, but it was a lot more work than I thought!

@justinl.3587 2 года назад

That “corner” ladder is pretty nice to use for pretty much anything since it will not rock back and forth on a uneven surface like a four leg ladder.

@johnnemery545 2 года назад

Years ago I used these to prune orchards. They can be unstable if you lean out and pull on branches and they give little warning when they tip. I doubt that's a problem on level concrete.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

They're great ladders!

@jdgindustries2734 2 года назад

I ran two lengths of M.C. (metal clad) under my trailer... a dedicated link for the server rack, and one for the fountain in the summer, heat tape during the winter. They make a tool that is basically a can opener that saws through a coil, which allows you to just unscrew the piece you dont want.

@cidercreekranch 2 года назад

They make a tool specifically for cutting MC cable. Search for MC cable cutter. Works like a charm.

@garbo8962 2 года назад

Like the Roto flex tool for cutting metal jacket on type AC ( BX ) & MC cable.

@GoatZilla 2 года назад

Yes! Reuse piles! My neighbor recently did a remodel and there was so much reusable material tossed in their dumpster I was actually kind of embarrassed for them.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

It's so important to reuse! Thank you for noticing! And thank you for watching!

@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr 2 года назад

Thanks April for another great diy on your warehouse renovation. I’ve never seen a 3-legged ladder, really convenient! The flex conduit is a great idea in the metal building. I really enjoy your videos! Thanks!

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Thanks so much!

@pabeader1941 2 года назад

3 legged ladder? Mind blown!!!! Earned the price of admission right there.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

These ladders are great! Thanks for watching!

@explodeder 2 года назад

I saw a trick where you run two lines to each quad box. The right outlets are on one circuit and the left outlets are on the right. That way if you’re running a tool and a shop vac you’re sure to never blow a breaker.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

That sounds smart, thank you!

@SchysCraftCo. 2 года назад

April awesome job. Very nice update to your work shop. Hopefully you get great use out of it for many years to come. Can't wait to see more videos soon my friend. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Keep making. God bless.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you, and thank you for your continued support!

@jimmyjames3220 2 года назад

Fun watching you get another shop together and that platform ladder is way cool!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you! Thank you for your continued support!

@jdgindustries2734 2 года назад

Also, 1000bulbs is a great resource if you have existing fixtures that need upgraded/repairs. The makerspace I'm a member of had to repair a bunch of 4ft florescent tube fixtures... the keystones were shattering from nearly 50yrs of usage, and the old magnetic ballasts were dieing. Instead of rebuilding them, we gutted them, installed new keystones and rewired them for direct line voltage to teh new LED tubes. we also added new drop-ceiling troffers on the other side of the workshops, and even though we tripled the number of tubes in teh room, (16 to 48) we still cut our power usage by over 60% while also increasing the light produced by around 4x. We owe our thanks for the successful re-lighting of our entire space to 1000bulbs.

@1000bulbs 2 года назад

Thank you JDG Industries for the kind words! Make sure you text "April" to 21442 to get 10% off your next order!

@Terry_1111 2 года назад

Excellent video, April! I never fail to learn something! And like you, I love my Ariat boots! I'll have to check out their clothing line. Thanks for doing all that you do!

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Thanks! Glad you enjoy my channel.

@ripellis6056 2 года назад

Like the kitty in the background!!!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Kitty says, "Thanks for watching!"

@mikeparker3865 2 года назад

Three legged ladders are used by tree trimmers for apple trees, pear trees, etc. Good for trimming and picking.

@doubledarefan 2 года назад

Called orchard ladders. Slightly different design (resembles the Eiffel Tower), same basic concept.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

They're great ladders!

@TheWeekendWoodshop 2 года назад

As an electrical pro with extensive rough in experience I would just like to say you did a fantastic job.

@brianpimental2948 2 года назад

She missed the ground in the pipe. You can no longer us the pipe as the ground.

@TheWeekendWoodshop 2 года назад

@@brianpimental2948 Very true, go back and add a ground wire inside the conduit and all will be up to snuff.

@wiebowesterhof 2 года назад

@@brianpimental2948 This - plus the sockets used, at least in my understanding, need a pig tail to the metal box. Neat install for what I could see for the rest, although I'd probably clip up the flex a little more around that door opening.

@marknicholson6002 2 года назад

Last I know it's against code to pull wire into an incomplete conduit too

@adamgrove9198 2 года назад

@@wiebowesterhof if they have the little brass wires that hold the screw to the outlet that counts as a ground no pigtail needed

@1000bulbs 2 года назад

Shop is coming right along! Cant wait to see the finished product!

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Thanks! It is exciting!

@chrisgerry9181 2 года назад

Choosing lights can be such a pain... So many options... Looks great.👍 You have been saving a ton of money doing everything yourself, sweat equity is the best. Great sense of accomplishment.🤗Can't wait to seeing the shop finished.

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching.

@texasbtc 8 месяцев назад

I put plugs every 8 feet in the building I just built and almost every weekend think about how happy I am that I did that. Everywhere you turn you can plug something in. We did every 2 plugs on a 20A breaker except for the last 3 plugs. We also did a single 15A plug on the ceiling for a hoist if I ever go to an electric hoist rather than a chain hoist. Put more plugs/fans in than you think you'll need and it will be worth it. I'm about to add 3 more fans for a total of 6 as I thought I had enough fans but after the heat wave in Texas, I realized I did not have enough. Spray foam won't help you in 110 degree weather lol.

@01arron 2 года назад

I love the three legged ladder, I didn’t know there was such a thing. Wow

@andrewsaunders8995 2 года назад

We use to call them apple pickers!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

It's a great ladder!

@justglueit 2 года назад

I just had to say I really enjoy watching your videos you have a lot of cool ideas you do plus your humor is entertaining I just wanted to say thank you and keep doing what you do

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you so much! Your kind words warm my heart and inspire me.

@jmvanick 2 года назад

For the next time you're trying to cut MC, look up a 'Roto-Split' tool... I've been using them for years when making whips for FL troffer fixtures and it makes cutting MC super easy.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thanks for the tip! And thanks for watching!

@loganh6736 2 года назад

Three legged ladders where used in orchards for years to pick fruit before coming into the building trades

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

@AB-C1 2 года назад

Hi April, Yet again EXCELLENT video and tutorial! You're such a talented lady! You make these things look so easy. I like the way you think about a solution before the problem hits you in the face so to speak I'm a bit like that myself like to see the easiest way problem solve! You make it look a breeze though very clever. Anyhow looking forward to the next insulation video! Cheers from London England 👍😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the support!

@AB-C1 Год назад

@@AprilWilkerson you're very welcome!! x

@danandratis 2 года назад

Good job April, thanks , I always manage to learn something from your videos - Cheers from Canada

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Happy to hear that! Cheers from Texas!

@ANDYYANKEE 2 года назад

Good Luck On Your New Show, Cant Wait!!!

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Thanks! Stay tuned for an upcoming announcement. Thanks for watching.

@ANDYYANKEE 2 года назад

@@AprilWilkerson You'll be the Star of that Show in No Time! Tim and Al have Nothing on You!!!🤣

@_HACtv_ 2 года назад

Killed it! Looks good April! 👌🏽

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you!!

@bobbywong9392 2 года назад

Just in the last week or so there was a fire situation near my area of wilbarger County I'm not sure where your at in relation to my are but I hope that you and any one in the Texas area are safe and sound. Have a good weekend everyone.

@FredMcIntyre 2 года назад

Nicely done April! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

I appreciate you!

@Utoobhero 2 года назад

Looking Great on that platform! Nice Gams!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thanks for the visit!

@johnnemery545 2 года назад

I pruned apple trees, used the 3 legged wooden ladder many times.

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Awesome! I wish I knew about these type ladders years ago. Thanks for watching.

@thomascdurham9130 2 года назад

Tool of the pros use for cutting armored wire sheeting is called a "ROTO-SPLITTER!" It's basically a hacksaw on a wheel, that is hand cranked like a fishing reel. The cutting is pre-set to a debt only to cut the sheeting and not reach the wires. :)

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you! I've seen many comments about this now. Thank you for watching!

@andrewk7745 Год назад

As an electrician of over 25 years I have used this tool many times and I’m really not a fan. 1 the cutting process can leave a burr which is very difficult to get rid of. I would recommend using a special plastic insert designed to go between the conductors and metal to protect the conductors after using this tool. 2 the cutting wheel is of very small diameter and so it wears out quickly. It needs to be replaced often if you want it to work efficiently. 3 it can still damage the conductors insulation and you need to inspect it carefully for damage. I prefer to use 2 channel locks in opposing directions in the proper way to unwind the flex like she seemed to do, but use tin snips instead of diagonals to cut. Slide off the excess metal then trim any sharp parts off.

@thomascdurham9130 Год назад

@@andrewk7745 I do agree and that is why with every bundle of greenfield cable comes a pack of red anti-short busions with long tabs on them that extends longer than the connectors. In NYC, if the building inspector don't see these tabs intruding into the electrical box, the job isn't signed off.

@Tommy.McLean Год назад

Thanks for the video. Tremendous help

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Glad it helped!

@mikecurtis2585 2 года назад

Great job! Lots of great information!!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Glad you liked it! Thank you!

@jamiemcparland 10 месяцев назад

This video was SUPER helpful! Thanks so much!

@AprilWilkerson 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching.

@tree_carcass_mangler 2 года назад

Lots of good tips - thanks for posting. Thumbs up!

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Glad it was useful. Thanks for watching!

@ManWander 2 года назад

i love the enthusiasm!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

:) I try! Thank you for watching!

@kellywilkins8043 Год назад

Good job Sparky!

@alonzosmith6189 2 года назад

Nice, thank you, I am checking out those lights for my garage

@1000bulbs 2 года назад

Let us know if we can help Alonzo!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

@joegibbs1742 Год назад

Looks easier than I thought!

@DaveDickens 2 года назад

Looking good!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you!

@robertjames-life4768 2 года назад

Re-wiring my master bedroom now with all MC as we get country critters often in our attic, no way for them to chew through that stuff. Also, they make a great tool for cutting MC called a rotary cable cutter. Worth every penny if you do much MC work.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thanks, I appreciate it! And thank you for watching!

@nica.rivera 2 года назад

You make electrical seem easy. Normally I would say if you can do it, so can I... but not sure with electrical at least not yet 😆.

@dontfit6380 2 года назад

Nica Rivera: it really is that easy. Watch more videos read a book. Most of all don’t let any union electrician, politician, home inspector, law maker tell you it’s to hard for the average person your not smart enough. I’m 55 and have been wiring since I was probably 10 with no professional schooling.

@nica.rivera 2 года назад

@@dontfit6380 I so glad to hear that, Im a very handy person, Im the person that can do it all if not I will figure it out. Electrical is something I've never messed with but something in the back of my head tells me that is not hard specially since I've seen April do it.

@scotttovey 2 года назад

@@nica.rivera Look up the Darbin Orvar channel. Linn recently installed a 220 line in her shop to charge the electric car they just purchased.

@nicarivera83 2 года назад

@@scotttovey definitely will be looking him up, thank you Scott! 😊

@scotttovey 2 года назад

@@nicarivera83 You won't find her if you are looking for a him. To clue you in; Darbin is her dogs name. He pops in every so often.

@ggurnard 2 года назад

The corner ladder is the only type we used in our apple/pear orchard back in the day.

@ggurnard 2 года назад

They came in 10 and 12 step varieties

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

They're so useful!

@dinyardalal Год назад

You are a smart cookie. Gardeners use a three legged ladder to trim tall bushes.

@rich10849 2 года назад

I like your idea of the 2x4's. I tried to think of something metal like clamps but drilling would too much. Re: 1000 Bulbs They're very accommodating. You don't have to be a major contractor. A few years ago I ordered just a handful of incandescent bulbs and received them within days. No minimum required.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

I'm glad you liked it! Thank you for watching!

@Ray_Sellner 2 года назад

I’m working on electrical in my metal shop now. Spray foam complete.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Little by little. Thank you for watching!

@IEnjoyCreatingVideos 2 года назад

Nice work April! Thanks for sharing the video with us!👍💖😎JP

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

@BearCreekWoodworking 2 года назад

Very Informative Video April! Well Done! I will check out 1000 bulbs. I need two replacement lights for my shop.

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@1000bulbs 2 года назад

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@kb6lcw99 2 года назад

April, how about info on building the structure. A 30x50 is what I am looking at. But some of the pitfalls could trip us up. How about pointing us to the step before the remodel? So many scammers out there is seems. You always point us in the right direction. Thanks as always. Scott

@Dimprecator 2 года назад

Hi April, Nice video! ( yes your cat is cute and your dog that appears a few seconds later is just as cute :) )

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you! I'm glad you like them :)

@jerrymay3806 2 года назад

First time I've seen a 3 legged ladder

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

They're great! Thanks for watching!

@Jonasschonning 2 года назад

As usual, you're doing great! 👌

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Thank you so much.

@mikedavis6395 Год назад

I see that you used anti-short bushings (redheads) in the cut ends of the AC or MC cable for the push in fittings attaching to the boxes. They also make insulated fittings that may not require the redheads.

@benstreet4296 2 года назад

Hey April I just got my new wood shop up and running the end of last summer I used the Mc cable also I bought a mc cable cutter tool it has a metal cutting wheel in it that cuts the outer cable only they’re about 50 bucks well worth the money lowes and Home Depot carry them

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you!!

@thomascdurham9130 2 года назад

Here in the New York metro area, the metal flex sheeting is called Greenfield and if the Greenfield as wires already installed, we old time pros calls it BX-cable! Why BX? To prevent the unstoppable "Bronx mouse" from chewing through the wires! :D

@cianfleetwood8099 2 года назад

Three legged ladders are ideal if you work in an orchard

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

I find it very useful! Thank you for watching!

@divarachelenvy 2 года назад

love that ladder hey..

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Isn't it great !

@dddube12 2 года назад

You my Dear are Awesome!!!!!

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Thanks!

@eduardooberto408 2 года назад

Excelente trabajo ... Saludos desde Panamá

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Muchas gracias!

@olddawgdreaming5715 2 года назад

Looks good April, liked how you wired the new shop. Better to have it available and not use it than to not have it and need it.🤔 Fred.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thanks Fred! I always appreciate your support!

@williamwinder3466 2 года назад

6:50 Even though there is unbroken metal between boxes you MUST run a dedicated ground wire.

@jimmac1185 2 года назад

Maybe in your jurisdiction, but the NEC does not require it.

@ocuanadesigns 2 года назад

Interesting to see how the code differs country to country. Great video

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@philipguarino524 2 года назад

Great video! what is the chair you're sitting on? Looks like the same style as the rocker I made from your plans.

@cosmicturtle1 2 года назад

Lmao I was looking around for a bird, since I heard chirping at 1:50 to 2:05 I thought it was outside my window or something. 🤣 They sound very happy out there though lol

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

😂 apparently, birds love electrical work!

@markglonek490 2 года назад

Very informative tank you

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

You're welcome! Thank you!

@brettdrought6181 2 года назад

Just for your information, your girts are installed correctly according to OSHA regulations unless you use a special flat head fastener at each girt clip to install them the opposite way. OSHA wants girts installed the way they are in your building so that during erection, they sit on top of the girt clip and do not have to be held in place by a person during bolt installation. I would say that I don't know much about metal buildings but I have been working in some form or fashion with them for the past 48 years.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you, I really appreciate the info! Thanks for watching!

@joseefigenio6301 2 года назад

Ótimo galpão com instalação elétrica excelente Parabéns Abração tamo juntos.

@stevenandkimmetzger880 2 года назад

Great video April! I've got an oddball comment though. I was kind of surprised to see you wearing the long sleeve sweatshirt. I didn't think that would be necessary this time of year in Texas. Keep the videos coming!

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

We had a light cool front blow in and was chilly that day. Thanks for watching.

@Jones572 2 года назад

Beautiful and talented ❤️

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you so much!!

@Will-Parr 2 года назад

Excellent

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you!

@frankrosemeck9898 2 года назад

You might want to get the tall ladder back out. You really want to put some clamps/straps on that conduit/EMT. Strap that MC, too. I've only watched a couple of your videos as of yet, but you do clean, solid work. Nice job.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thanks for the tips! And thank your for watching!

@edrosa5079 2 года назад

Yes this was very informative Thanks April whats a good course near you

@catgynt9148 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing this insightful video April. I noticed that you only pulled black & white wire through your conduit; you missed the green ground wire. Relying on the conduit or building steel is asking for trouble. Overtime the conduit will build up oxidation and resistance. There have been times when we measured up to 80vdc differences between a true copper ground and building steel. Since you are planning this to be a warehouse with simple lighting you may be ok for now but your computers and electronic equipment may experience random problems and possibly damage. Please stay safe out there and remember to plan for future opportunities. Peace

@garbo8962 2 года назад

Had a lazy electrician almost get electrocuted for not pulling a ground wire. A piece of EMT conduit pulled apart when plumbers were installing pipe. Guy grapes each side of conduit and while attempting to reinstall the conduit a bare nicked spot on rear side of wire cams into contact with ungrounded conduit causing a severe shock.

@victorpryor9403 Год назад

Check out nec 250.118 you don't need a ground running through conduit and she grounded it in junction box as well hell you can run exposed romex indoor if it was wood and still pass code.

@victorpryor9403 Год назад

Check out nec 250.118 you don't need a ground running through conduit and she grounded it in junction box as well hell you can run exposed romex indoor if it was wood and still pass code. But to make it safer I would do what you suggest anyways considering she's in a metal shop 😂😂

@catgynt9148 Год назад

@@victorpryor9403 floating ground conditions are a quick way to kill many electronic devices. With the profusion of “smart devices” in daily life the possibilities of problems are ramping up exponentially. NEC codes are a great safety standard for buildings and structures but technology is adding another layer of complexity and problem potentials (pun unintentional).

@victorpryor9403 Год назад

@Cat Gynt that code I sent you was from the 2023 book not 2010 or 2017 or 2020 and still even those books look exactly the same besides a few minor things changing if it's good in the code book than it will be fine period I could show you if you like

@Chris-yo4ks 2 года назад

You really should give bending conduit a try. It REALLY is not as difficult as you may think. Your conduit bending has all the information needed for your bending etched in the side. Also, if you use solid copper wire, you can push most wire though up to 360 degrees of bends......so long as you are not fully loading the conduit.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you, I'll give it some thought!

@briansavage932 2 года назад

Get yourself an MC cable cutter! Makes it super easy!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Great idea! Thank you!

@supersaiyan6556 2 года назад

Can you make a video to show how to make a access door panel to the attic from the drywall in one of the bedrooms, etc?

@deniegoulet4677 2 года назад

Thank you for using anti shorts on your MC cable. Those get missed way too often.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thanks for noticing!

@adamgrove9198 2 года назад

No support on the conduit??

@tmackie1694 2 года назад

OMG! A three-legged ladder?! 🤯

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

RIGHT!! They're the best!

@johnpalmer5131 2 года назад

Good job, April! WRT armored cable, wish I could use this the way you did but unfortunately I live in Chicago where you are required to use metal conduit. Armored cable use is limited 6 ft and only lighting fixtures at the end of a circuit. Ridiculous, but code is code!

@jimmac1185 2 года назад

Two reasons I would never live in Chicago, ridiculous electrical code and unconstitutional 2nd ammendment rights violations.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Code is code! I appreciate your support, thanks for watching!

@74357175 2 года назад

Where's a good place to buy the flex connectors and junction box accessories? Anywhere online? Home Depot seems to be very limited in what's available.

@jimmac1185 2 года назад

Electrical supply house like Northeast electrical supply or Granite City

@ohhpaul7364 2 года назад

A roto-split is the easiest way for a novice to cut the cladding off of that wire. cost about $15-20.

@jimmac1185 2 года назад

"Novice"? I'm a licensed Master Electrician and I use roto splits all the time. Much faster and easier. Let me guess, the band saw is the "novice" tool to cut EMT over the pro hacksaw?

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Work smarter not harder! Thanks for the contribution!

@jimbecker5675 2 года назад

Nice installation! (Just remember, they are 120v, not 110v :) )

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

:) Thank you!

@debandmike3380 2 года назад

12/2 for workshop receptacles (20amps) , 14/2 for lighting circuits (15amps).

@scotttovey 2 года назад

It matters with receptacles, it doesn't matter with lighting. On the other hand, if you install a light that draws 20 Amps, then you need the 12/2 for the lighting circuit as well. Installing wiring that excedes code is never a problem. Installing wiring that does not meet code, is a fire hazard.

@jimmac1185 2 года назад

I always run 12/2 for receptacles, regardless of the amperage of the receptacles. It saves money in the long run.

@leemyrick8549 2 года назад

Just an fyi. If you have to have your work inspected don't just break the mc cable. Buy/rent an mc cable cutter. If you leave a jagged edge on the mc jacket that can cut into the wires the inspector will shut you down. Also if the wire gets nicked during installation and you don't notice it may not always trip the breaker and can cause a fire.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you! I always appreciate advice.

@randyvandeusen5600 2 года назад

I'm no electrician but it looks pretty good to me Miss April. 🙂

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you!

@williamwinder3466 2 года назад

MC stands for Metal Clad.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you!

@richardscott6475 Год назад

Do you not have wiring certificate and wiring Regs over there.

@74357175 2 года назад

Thank you! Would code have allowed you to use plastic rather than metal conduit, and plastic j boxes?

@craigfriday8601 2 года назад

No, has to do with potential impact damage and melting point in a fire

@74357175 2 года назад

@@craigfriday8601 because it's a workshop, or because it's running along metal rather than wood?

@jimmac1185 2 года назад

As a licensed electrician, I would never run PVC inside. Metal conduit always. PVC is for trenches and plumbers.

@pqrstsma2011 2 года назад

are those 3-leg ladders safe to use in places that are not corners?

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

I find it very useful and very stable. I do appreciate the concern!

@williamwinder3466 2 года назад

In regards to securing conduit. There needs to be an approved clamp or hanger no more than 3ft on both sides of a coupling or box and a span of no more than 10ft between clamps or hangers. In regards to MC wire. There needs to be a clamp not more than 6In from the box.

@nathanlongworth4410 2 года назад

Sad that i had to scroll quite a ways down to find someone who finally stated this. 3' rule does not apply to couplings. It's 12" for MC from a box

@jimmac1185 2 года назад

Sorry to be that guy, but you don't need a clip withing 3ft of a coupling on EMT. Also, the requirement for MC securing/supporting is within 12" of a box, not 6".

@nathanlongworth4410 2 года назад

@@jimmac1185 3' for emt is code in my area, but you are right. I should have put 12" within a box for mc. I was incorrect on that one.

@jimmac1185 2 года назад

@@nathanlongworth4410 You sure about that? NEC states boxes and conduit bodies and such, pretty much anywhere the conduit terminates. Not couplings. I mean think about it if you are running 21ft of pipe, by what you are describing you'd need 5 clips....

@nathanlongworth4410 2 года назад

@@jimmac1185 oops I missed that he said couplings. I just saw 3' and that he said box

@RexMoore58 2 года назад

Just wondering why you only went with 14 gauge wire?

@ELCADAROSA 2 года назад

The proper tool to cut the metal jacket of MC cable is, as the name implies, the MC cable cutter. Very easy to use, but care still needs to be taken to not nick the wires inside. Regardless of cutting method used, a bushing that inserts into the MC jacket will provide protection for the wiring. Cheap insurance against future wire grounding. ⚡️🔥

@loft306 2 года назад

Yes don’t forget that little red cone shaped bushing it prevents The MC From cutting through the wire jackets

@TammyAZBear 2 года назад

I saw your dog too...💗

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

❤️ the dog says, "thanks for watching!"

@CDubsJourney 2 года назад

3 legged ladder...first time I'm hearing of it, thanks. The platform 🪜 is pretty awesome too. Nice job on all of that wiring. 👍✌️💛

@AprilWilkerson 2 года назад

Thanks! Yes, it's a game changer to be sure. Thanks for watching.

@CDubsJourney 2 года назад

@@AprilWilkerson you're welcome 😊

@williamwinder3466 2 года назад

2:40 There is a tool called Roto Splitter. It it without exaggeration 1000 times better than any other method.

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thanks for the info! And thank you for watching!

@garycaruso4883 2 года назад

You are unstoppable! I don't know how you find the time or energy! Please wear safety glasses when using self tapping screws overhead, little shards of hot metal no fun in eyeball!

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Good point! Thank you.

@bobbyfowler7319 2 года назад

You don't need it, but I always run a ground wire wit my circuit, this way in the future you need another circuit added, you can use the ground wire as a pull wire for installing the new stuff. Just fyi. Also with the overhead conduit, you could have up sized to 3/4 conduit for future use. Great job, though. Be safe, be cool! Beach, NC

@AprilWilkerson Год назад

Thank you! Great point!

@erikmondragon9992 2 года назад

Being an electrician I would’ve done it “differently “ however this is good for a diy person or anyone.Remember to always turn power off .Great job April.