Splicing electrical service lines

Specific Inspection Topics Electrical Inspections
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I ran into this beauty a little while ago and wanted to read more about the proper way to splice wires of this size.

I’m a new inspector and can’t claim to know much about splicing large wires. When I ran into this pretty box I bouncy housed it to an electrician immediately.

Wait… What I meant to say is that “I recommend further evaluation by a reputable, licensed electrical contractor.”

Anyway. What I do know is what shoddy work looks like and 9 times out of 10 if you see a lot of electrical tape an electrician didn’t put it there. So I have a few questions.

  1. How bad is this? On a scale of 10 with 1 being “calm down” and 10 being evac immediately.

  2. Anyone have links to articles on what this repair should look like when done properly?

Thanks guys! Be safe out there,

Hyde

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I suspect a split bolt, but it is not possible to tell from the picture. Split bolts take a lot of tape to cover.

The incoming service cable should have had a connector installed.

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I see copper to aluminum in a double tapped lug, also the bond screw is backed out. This panel wasn’t upgraded by a professional.