washing machine to be powered by extension cord

[rmarouski (Robert Marouski, HOI.0000749)]

How should I reply to this email? I am not sure if its from the house i inspected becouse I dont think they moved in yet

Hi Robert-
Is it legal for the washing machine to be powered by extension cord?
Ours is , running under doggie door.
Thank you

[rmeier2 (Robert Meier)]

Here’s the NEC section regarding flexible cords. You should be able to glean a few points from the prohibited uses.

400.8 Uses Not Permitted. Unless specifically permitted
in 400.7, flexible cords and cables shall not be used for the
following:
(1) As a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure
(2) Where run through holes in walls, structural ceilings,
suspended ceilings, dropped ceilings, or floors
(3) Where run through doorways, windows, or similar
openings
(4) Where attached to building surfaces
Exception to (4): Flexible cord and cable shall be permitted
to be attached to building surfaces in accordance with the
provisions of 368.56(B)
(5) Where concealed by walls, floors, or ceilings or located
above suspended or dropped ceilings
(6) Where installed in raceways, except as otherwise per-
mitted in this Code
(7) Where subject to physical damage

[Jim_Port]

I believe Article 210 also calls for the receptacle to be within 5 or 6 foot of the intended location of the washer.

[rmarouski (Robert Marouski, HOI.0000749)]

Thanks How should i reply to this email, just incase it is the house i inspected and missed this.

[dhays (David Hays, CMI)]

@rmarouski

Thanks How should i reply to this email, just incase it is the house i inspected and missed this.

How many times do you have to ask the same question? You asked this in at least one other thread that I know of.

First of all. you say “just incase it is the house i inspected” Don’t you know which houses you inspect? Don’t you keep a record of them?

Now the main part of your question. Do you think having a washing machine powered by an extension cord routed over a door is correct? Do you think there should be a permanently installed receptacle at the washer location? Do you think it should be a dedicated circuit. I could go on. But the main thing is. What do you think? If you can’t answer this basic question from your client then I would suggest that you do some studying.
I’m not trying to be an A__, just trying to open your eyes. :shock: :roll:

[rmarouski (Robert Marouski, HOI.0000749)]

I understand all of that, I think its for a house they are selling and don’t think it’s something I missed in the house I inspected. I know the answer to the question but don’t know if I should be apologetic if its not even for the house I inspected.

[dgrace1 (Derek Grace, CMI)]

Just say no it is not and see if you hear back. You’ll soon find out if they want you to pay for an outlet installation.

[rmarouski (Robert Marouski, HOI.0000749)]

She might be referring it to her clothes washer.

[ccurrins (Christopher Currins, CMI)]

@dgrace1

Just say no it is not and see if you hear back. You’ll soon find out if they want you to pay for an outlet installation.

Yeap