# Electrical Inspections **URL:** https://forum.nachi.org/c/specific-inspection-topics/electrical-inspections/22.md [Latest](https://forum.nachi.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.nachi.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.nachi.org/tags.md) --- ## [About the Electrical Inspections category](https://forum.nachi.org/t/about-the-electrical-inspections-category/151014)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.nachi.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 1:41am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/about-the-electrical-inspections-category/151014 "2026-10-24T01:41:55Z")
--- ## [GFCI requirements for hard wired HVAC delayed yet again](https://forum.nachi.org/t/gfci-requirements-for-hard-wired-hvac-delayed-yet-again/271489)
**Author:** [@bnesbitt](https://forum.nachi.org/u/bnesbitt)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 5:28pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/gfci-requirements-for-hard-wired-hvac-delayed-yet-again/271489 "2026-10-28T17:28:54Z")
See this note: NFPA 70®-2020, 2023 and 2026 Editions National Electrical Code® TIA Log No.: 1924 Reference: 210.8(F) Exception No. 2 Comment Closing Date: September 9, 2026 Submitter: Thomas Deary, Air-Conditioni… --- ## [What is brand/model name for this panel](https://forum.nachi.org/t/what-is-brand-model-name-for-this-panel/271707)
**Author:** [@xxu5](https://forum.nachi.org/u/xxu5)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 10:10am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/what-is-brand-model-name-for-this-panel/271707 "2026-10-24T10:10:15Z")
anyone knows what is the brand name or model number for this panel? who made this panel? --- ## [Wiring type identification?](https://forum.nachi.org/t/wiring-type-identification/271524)
**Author:** [@jdeese](https://forum.nachi.org/u/jdeese)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 4:34pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/wiring-type-identification/271524 "2026-10-22T16:34:19Z")
Quick question. Cloth wiring, or rubber insulated cloth covered? Or something else? --- ## [Liability Question with regards to electrical inspection](https://forum.nachi.org/t/liability-question-with-regards-to-electrical-inspection/271139)
**Author:** [@amesser4](https://forum.nachi.org/u/amesser4)\ **Replies:** 163\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 4:50am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/liability-question-with-regards-to-electrical-inspection/271139 "2026-10-20T04:50:23Z")
Hi. I’m sure this has been discussed somewhere. If I can’t safely put a dead front cover back on(with the most likely reason being i’ve discovered a loose/protruding exposed conductor) what do I do? I know i’ll notif… --- ## [New Zinsco Retrofit Prodct](https://forum.nachi.org/t/new-zinsco-retrofit-prodct/271257)
**Author:** [@bnesbitt](https://forum.nachi.org/u/bnesbitt)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 12:36pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/new-zinsco-retrofit-prodct/271257 "2026-10-14T12:36:51Z")
Apparently during World War II, Zinsco switched from using copper bus bars to aluminum, and that did not always work out. This is just a public service announcement that what you see in a given Zinsco panel may not be t… --- ## [Load testing receptacles?](https://forum.nachi.org/t/load-testing-receptacles/269862)
**Author:** [@smurray23](https://forum.nachi.org/u/smurray23)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 11:44pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/load-testing-receptacles/269862 "2026-10-06T23:44:43Z")
I understand that this is beyond InterNACHI SOP, but I wondered if any of you ever do load testing of branch circuits or find it useful? I did it in my own house, and in relatives’ and friends’ houses and had quite a va… --- ## [Alum. SEC at 100amp main breaker defect?](https://forum.nachi.org/t/alum-sec-at-100amp-main-breaker-defect/270898)
**Author:** [@ggilbert](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ggilbert)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 2:48am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/alum-sec-at-100amp-main-breaker-defect/270898 "2026-09-24T02:48:34Z")
I feel I just read through comments about 3-4 months ago that was pretty close to this same topic but I could not re find it. Do these SEC’s look like they were overheated or does it look like the a-o paste cooked. 95% … --- ## [Running a welder with a generator help](https://forum.nachi.org/t/running-a-welder-with-a-generator-help/270871)
**Author:** [@lkage](https://forum.nachi.org/u/lkage)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 2:13pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/running-a-welder-with-a-generator-help/270871 "2026-09-23T14:13:22Z")
A friend that does blacksmithing wants to know if her generator will run her welder. I did some calculations and it seems like it could but at the very lowest end of welder’s range. I’ll put my calculations below the p… --- ## [Missing GEConductor](https://forum.nachi.org/t/missing-geconductor/270563)
**Author:** [@ggilbert](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ggilbert)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 7:45pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/missing-geconductor/270563 "2026-09-10T19:45:32Z")
I spent about 5 minutes searching for the GEC onsite within panel and had to just take pictures and move on, the grounding screw is set back, they had jumper wires over water heater. This condo unit was 26 years old, is … --- ## [Challenger Panels](https://forum.nachi.org/t/challenger-panels/254755)
**Author:** [@bhoefer](https://forum.nachi.org/u/bhoefer)\ **Replies:** 84\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 11:51pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/challenger-panels/254755 "2026-08-28T23:51:26Z")
On a recent inspection, I got a call from the listing agent saying that there was a concern from the buyer (my client) about the “electrical panel” and they backed out of the deal. It was a 1950’s build and there were fe… --- ## [Bonding Screw in Subpanel](https://forum.nachi.org/t/bonding-screw-in-subpanel/265430)
**Author:** [@vtaylor4](https://forum.nachi.org/u/vtaylor4)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 1:10am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/bonding-screw-in-subpanel/265430 "2026-08-12T01:10:03Z")
I see that some inspectors will carry a small bag of dead front screws in case a homeowners panel is using screws that could damage the panel, insulation on wiring, etc. With this in mind could I remove a bonding screw i… --- ## [Couldn't find bonding screw or strap](https://forum.nachi.org/t/couldnt-find-bonding-screw-or-strap/269861)
**Author:** [@smurray23](https://forum.nachi.org/u/smurray23)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 10:26pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/couldnt-find-bonding-screw-or-strap/269861 "2026-08-11T22:26:16Z")
New inspector here. I was inspecting a new construction and looked inside the panel. 200A Eaton. I could not locate any means by which the neutrals were being bonded to ground in the main service panel. Here is an image… --- ## [Service mast is the drip loop required](https://forum.nachi.org/t/service-mast-is-the-drip-loop-required/269197)
**Author:** [@mhusein](https://forum.nachi.org/u/mhusein)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 2:40pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/service-mast-is-the-drip-loop-required/269197 "2026-07-18T14:40:11Z")
What your thoughts about this service mast , is the drip loop required in this case. --- ## [Double-labeled Breaker](https://forum.nachi.org/t/double-labeled-breaker/267681)
**Author:** [@jgant2](https://forum.nachi.org/u/jgant2)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 10:27pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/double-labeled-breaker/267681 "2026-07-16T22:27:38Z")
First time I have seen this.. The breaker in question appeared to be labeled for both 15 and 20A. Comparing the labels of other breakers leads me to believe that it is indeed for 15A, but I cannot imagine why “20” wou… --- ## [Dead front removal](https://forum.nachi.org/t/dead-front-removal/269068)
**Author:** [@jwhidden1](https://forum.nachi.org/u/jwhidden1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2026, 2:35pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/dead-front-removal/269068 "2026-07-15T14:35:58Z")
I am preparing to achieve my Florida certification, but I am confused on the subject of deadfront panel removal. In the initial training course it is stated clearly that as inspectors we do not remove the dead front pan… --- ## [Another practice panel](https://forum.nachi.org/t/another-practice-panel/268543)
**Author:** [@ggilbert](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ggilbert)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2026, 8:20pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/another-practice-panel/268543 "2026-07-12T20:20:32Z")
It was a little sloppy, but overall I don’t feel it was terrible except lightning arrester tapped into main lugs, I have no proof but I feel the tandem breakers are out of place, over cut on white insulation sheathing, d… --- ## [Hot I-T-E panel](https://forum.nachi.org/t/hot-i-t-e-panel/259957)
**Author:** [@acox](https://forum.nachi.org/u/acox)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2026, 2:09pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/hot-i-t-e-panel/259957 "2026-07-10T14:09:47Z")
Inspection today on a manufactured home. The ITE electric panel is next to the headboard in the master bedroom. When I opened it, found what looks like it got a little warm at the main connection. While checking the Heat… --- ## [Bonding strap variation](https://forum.nachi.org/t/bonding-strap-variation/268933)
**Author:** [@tmccarty2](https://forum.nachi.org/u/tmccarty2)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 11:31am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/bonding-strap-variation/268933 "2026-07-08T11:31:55Z")
Checking out my own panel board while doing the electrical lesson. No bonding strap or screw. However is appears that the grounding bar(s) is directly attached to the box while the neutral bar(s) are insulated from the… --- ## [Electrical safety protection](https://forum.nachi.org/t/electrical-safety-protection/268701)
**Author:** [@ggilbert](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ggilbert)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2026, 3:38pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/electrical-safety-protection/268701 "2026-07-01T15:38:33Z")
I scanned and could not find another topic on this to find any help. But I watched a interNachi webinar and the speaker was telling a story about arc flashing. I know I take electric dead front removals to loosely. Any r… --- ## [Crouse-Hinds panel](https://forum.nachi.org/t/crouse-hinds-panel/268487)
**Author:** [@ggilbert](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ggilbert)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2026, 12:04pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/crouse-hinds-panel/268487 "2026-06-26T12:04:13Z")
Today I had a job of trimming out windows while a rental unit is empty, so I figured I would practice some home inspecting since nobody was there. I found this breaker panel but I did not want to remove cover only becaus… --- ## [Service conductor corrosion](https://forum.nachi.org/t/service-conductor-corrosion/268291)
**Author:** [@ggilbert](https://forum.nachi.org/u/ggilbert)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2026, 7:10pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/service-conductor-corrosion/268291 "2026-06-13T19:10:30Z")
I found corrosion on the service conductor but no signs of moisture or no signs of overheating at time of practice inspection. Sure looks to me by the debris dust laying under the lug it has been doing this for a while. … --- ## [EV Charging ports in Garages](https://forum.nachi.org/t/ev-charging-ports-in-garages/205242)
**Author:** [@rsolomon5](https://forum.nachi.org/u/rsolomon5)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 6:58pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/ev-charging-ports-in-garages/205242 "2026-06-10T18:58:42Z")
Has anyone dealt with EV chargers in a garage during any of their inspections yet? If so, is there a way to test it? --- ## [Ground Split Bolt Connector in a Sub Panel](https://forum.nachi.org/t/ground-split-bolt-connector-in-a-sub-panel/267907)
**Author:** [@mparkes](https://forum.nachi.org/u/mparkes)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 2:15pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/ground-split-bolt-connector-in-a-sub-panel/267907 "2026-06-01T14:15:00Z")
First time I’ve seen a split bolt connector in a sub panel. Any problem with that? --- ## [Two main panels on a townhome](https://forum.nachi.org/t/two-main-panels-on-a-townhome/267680)
**Author:** [@aponder](https://forum.nachi.org/u/aponder)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2026, 4:04pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/two-main-panels-on-a-townhome/267680 "2026-05-25T16:04:40Z")
Did an inspection today on a new construction townhome, 3/2. There were two main panels and a sub panel in the garage. There was a bank of main panels and their corresponding meters at the end of the townhomes. The un… --- ## [What Would You Do (GFCI testing)](https://forum.nachi.org/t/what-would-you-do-gfci-testing/267569)
**Author:** [@bcawhern1](https://forum.nachi.org/u/bcawhern1)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 8:05pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/what-would-you-do-gfci-testing/267569 "2026-05-24T20:05:32Z")
The home has 4 floors plus a basement. The panel is located in the basement and contains the GFCI breaker for the 6 receptacles pictured (+1 not in frame). These receptacles are located at the 4th floor rooftop terrace. … --- ## [Cut grounding electrode](https://forum.nachi.org/t/cut-grounding-electrode/266231)
**Author:** [@kerskine2](https://forum.nachi.org/u/kerskine2)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 2:05pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/cut-grounding-electrode/266231 "2026-05-24T14:05:28Z")
Is there a protocol besides mentioning the problem in my inspection report when an electrician has clearly cut the grounding rod? TIA --- ## [Need help determining wire size](https://forum.nachi.org/t/need-help-determining-wire-size/267641)
**Author:** [@aponder](https://forum.nachi.org/u/aponder)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 7:05pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/need-help-determining-wire-size/267641 "2026-05-19T19:05:32Z")
Hey all, I need help sizing some wire. I don’t have any wire guages and I came across a 20 Amp and 30 Amp breaker in the main panel that both appeared to have the same sized wire. I can’t tell if the wire coming out of… --- ## [Service Entrance Meter](https://forum.nachi.org/t/service-entrance-meter/267538)
**Author:** [@swilliams78](https://forum.nachi.org/u/swilliams78)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 1:55am UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/service-entrance-meter/267538 "2026-05-14T01:55:17Z")
I encountered a meter that is so high it cannot be reached without a ladder. Is that acceptable? --- ## [Low voltage relay lighting control system](https://forum.nachi.org/t/low-voltage-relay-lighting-control-system/259027)
**Author:** [@kleonard](https://forum.nachi.org/u/kleonard)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 3:39pm UTC](https://forum.nachi.org/t/low-voltage-relay-lighting-control-system/259027 "2026-05-10T15:39:12Z")
Thought I would post this here for those that are unfamiliar with these systems or have never seen one. This is only the second one I’ve seen since I started inspecting in 2003. It was still in use but had a few lights… [Next page](https://forum.nachi.org/c/specific-inspection-topics/electrical-inspections/22.md?page=1)