Originally Posted By: bsmith This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Rick-
I've gotten into some interesting discussions regarding Pushomatic breakers with Realtors and Electricians. There is one fact that is indisputable - all Pushomatics are old, and breakers don't improve with age. You can recommend further evaluation by a Sparky based on that issue alone. Hope this helps.
-- Bill Smith
www.SmithHomeInspection.com
"The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits." A. Einstien
Originally Posted By: rharrington This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Bill,
Thanks for the quick reponse. I've included that in the report.
I think there is a problem with the box as there are a number of outlets that are not energized even though all the breakers are in the on position. This is a dangerous situation. It's a bank owned property that rehabbers are looking at.
Originally Posted By: Kyle Kubs This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Rick,
Here in North Jersey I see a lot of Push matics. Generally they are good solid panels. I have no problem with them either as an experienced inspector or as a qualified electrician. Old... Fine, Don't think that qualifies for further evaluation unless it is displaying problems. Whenever I buy industrial machinery I won't even look at the new stuff. The older things were just built better... - Rust or corrosion requires cleaning and the source of moisture taken care of. If I needed a sub panel for my own home I would have no problem buying someone's old used pushmatic.
Kyle Kubs
Benchmark Home Inspection Services
North NJ
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Originally Posted By: bsmith This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Kyle-
I have had the same discussion with local electricians. Since all breakers rely on moving parts, I don’t see how “older” is a benefit (except in my case’’) . If you found a brand new Pushmatic panel today it wouldn’t meet modern NEC standards. I don’t know if I’d like that panel in my home.