Attic Wiring Tips

Here are 3 tips to help.

Attic wiring tips.

While building codes usually allow junction boxes in attics the codes impose installation standards to prevent electrical fires and accidental shock. Another benefit with the flashlight is it allows you to check areas where the light might not reach as well. Yes this should be corrected and it would be good to have the wiring and all the circuit connections inspected as well. Find a live receptacle for the power source.

Location of power supply and switch. Junction boxes are basically standard electrical boxes that act as waypoints and connection centers for one or more circuits. For the horizontal portion of the cable run this can involve drilling holes in the joists where the cable will pass. Install the switch box and switch.

Determine the fan switch location. You can avoid costly mistakes. The process of wiring an attic fan involves the power source and switch location wiring connections to the switch and wiring connections to the fan. The newer romex has improved insulation qualities with wiring such as 14 2 14 3 12 2 and 12 3 etc.

Raul no this is not a standard practice and is most likely the result of improper installation of electrical attic wiring. As long as the wiring is newer romex type wiring and the circuit breaker is sized correctly there should be not problem with insulation. The attic wiring should be protected and secured to ceiling joists or other wood structural supports. When cutting through drywall from the interior of a room use a utility knife and cut carefully you don t want to drill through a hidden wire or the paper backing of the attic insulation.

Bring a work light and a flashlight with you if you attic has a light in it that is great but we still recommend bringing a flashlight in case mr. Old knob and tube style wiring does however pose a problem with insulation.