Here's one we see a lot as an inspection agency. Electricians run romex on top of the concrete foundation wall around the perimeter of an unfinished basement. It' supported and not subjected to physical damage being up on the "shelf" formed at the top of the foundation wall. I looked in 334.15 and can't come up with a reason why not. Any suggestions or comments? Thanks.
Type NM in basements
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ryan_618
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Re: Type NM in basements
If it is secured at 4'6" intervals, as required by section 334.30, I see no problem with it.
If it is secured at 4'6" intervals, as required by section 334.30, I see no problem with it.
electricman2
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Re: Type NM in basements
Except for Jim which is 56"
Except for Jim which is 56"
jxofaltrds
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Re: Type NM in basements
Are they using Tapcons to secure it?
If it is stapled to the sill plate(not the bottom of the joists), it is ok(with the structure). If it is "laying" on the wall, no.
Mike P.
Are they using Tapcons to secure it?
If it is stapled to the sill plate(not the bottom of the joists), it is ok(with the structure). If it is "laying" on the wall, no.
Mike P.
jimwalker
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Re: Type NM in basements
I never said it was ok to be 56 inches.
I never said it was ok to be 56 inches.
electricman2
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Re: Type NM in basements
Just stirring the pot a little Jim, no offense
Just stirring the pot a little Jim, no offense
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