CONTENTS
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(1) RELATED PAGES
(2) TO DO LIST
(3) INSPECTION
(4) ELECTRICIANS
(5) BIDS - POSITIVE ELECTRIC
(6) INFORMATION
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(1) RELATED PAGES
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(2) TO DO LIST
Have Positive Electric make repairs stated in the inspection and their bid.
Work on additional electrical work list
Work on lighting design
Work on speaker wiring design
Shed inspection and improvements
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(3) INSPECTION
(1) Main panel [11.1-3]: Ten 120 volt breakers and four 240 volt breakers. There is no main breaker present to provide overcurrent protection of the supply cable or easy shutoff of all circuits. Defects noted include: (A) Screws missing; (B) cables not secured with clamps; (C) vague labeling; (D) Four of the 120 volt circuits are double tapped.
(2) Distribution defects [11.4]: (A) The cable to the garbage disposal in the undersink cabinet is not protected by conduit and there is no grommet or strain relief device installed. (B) A cable terminates outside a junction box; (C) Overhead supply to the shop is low and susceptible to accidental contact or damage. (D) The cable to the hot tub is not protected by conduit and susceptible to accidental damage; a potential hazard. [Addressed in Positive Electric bid]
(3) Outlets [11.5]: (A) loose outlet was discovered in the north wall of the NE bedroom. (B) Some outlets are worn and will not securely hold a two prong plug. (C) Hot and neutral connections are reversed at outlets on the west side of the kitchen.
(4) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) [11.6]: No ground fault interrupters were identified in this house. [Addressed in Positive Electric bid]
(5) Smoke detector: Only one. It is generally recommended smoke detectors are installed in every bedroom.
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(4) ELECTRICIANS
Positive Electric / Kyle Patrick: 1879 Fescue St SE, Albany, OR 97322; (541) 967-8998; www.positiveelectricinc.com
McLain Electric / Dennis McLain: Albany, OR 97321; (541) 791-9177
Platt Electrical: 133 SW Hopkins Ave, Corvallis, OR 97333; Phone: (541) 753-1221; www.platt.com
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(5) BID - POSITIVE ELECTRIC BID
Positive Electric Bid: ESTIMATE TO BRING HOUSE TO CODE:
1 INSTALL RX CLAMPS IN PANEL ( 1-1/4", 1-1");
1 INSTALL NO LOX ON AL WIRES IN PANEL
1 INSTALL (2) CH 120 BREAKERS TO REMOVE DOUBLE TAP;
1 INSTALL J-BOX IN ATTIC FOR OPEN WIRE;
1 INSTALL OUTLET UNDER SINK FOR DISPOSAL AND INSTALL PIG-TAIL ON DISPOSAL;
1 REPLACE KITCHEN AND BATHROOM RECEPTACLES WITH GFCI;
1 REPLACE RECEPTACLES IN GARAGE WITH GFCI;
1 PROVIDE ELECTRICAL PERMIT;
1 TOTAL FOR THE ABOVE ESTIMATE 1,185.00
OPTION: BRING HOT TUB UP TO CODE
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(6) INFORMATION
ELECTRICAL PANEL
http://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/electrical/upgrade-an-electrical-panel/
http://www.homewyse.com/services/cost_to_upgrade_electrical_service_panel.html
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ELECTRICIAN LIST
(1) Main panel
Install main breaker
Remove the 4 double taps (install 2 120 breakers to remove double tap)
Secure cables with clamps (install RX clamps in panel (1-1/4", 1-1")
Install no lox on all wires in panel
Replace missing screws
Correctly label the breakers
(2) Distribution defects
Shed: Overhead supply to the shop is low and susceptible to accidental contact or damage.
Hot tub: The cable to the hot tub is not protected by conduit and susceptible to accidental damage.
A cable terminates outside a junction box (install j-box in attic for open wire)
(3) House in general
Update worn outlets
(4) Master bathroom
Install GFCI on each side of sink
Install ceiling light and fan
(5) Hall bathroom
Install GFCI outlet
Install ceiling light
(6) Master bedroom
Install smoke detector
Install outlets on either side of the bed
(7) Office
Install outlet in closet, for iron
Install closet light controlled by door switch
(8) Garage
Install GFCI outlets
(9) Shed
Install GFCI outlets?
Fix open junction box
Install outlet nearer to camper
Install outlet on ceiling behind camper (for another light source)
(10) Kitchen: The kitchen is to be remodeled, so wait on the following items:
GFCIs
Garbage disposal
Hot and neutral connections are reversed at outlets on the west side of the kitchen.
Gardner Bender 10 Amp Single-Pole AC/DC Push Button Door Switch: $15; Aisle 06, Bay 013. How would this work with 2 doors and 2 switches? I want to be able to open either door and have the light come on. Wire the switches in parallel. That is, connect the "hot" wire to one lead of each switch, and connect the other lead of each switch to the light fixture. Then connect the neutral to the light fixture as you normally would. Now, when either switch is closed, the circuit through the light will be completed. / The switch can be used on a by to!d door. The switch will need to be positioned back from the end of the door. / As long as the door / bi-fold can make contact enough to press the button to turn the light off than it should work fine. Currently this is the only indoor switch that we offer.
http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/pdfImages/9b/9b976b3e-4fc9-454a-900b-13f6b077cf70.pdf
Lithonia Lighting - Versi Lite 9-Watt Textured White Integrated LED Flushmount; Integrated LEDs produce 680 Lumens; Bright white (3000K) color temperature; $30; Aisle 50, Bay 012 http://www.homedepot.com/p/Lithonia-Lighting-Versi-Lite-9-Watt-Textured-White-Integrated-LED-Flushmount-FMML-7-830-M6/204648154
http://www.inspiredled.com/home-lighting/interior/closet
https://www.pegasuslighting.com/led-tape-lights.html
A low voltage tape light will need an LED driver to provide power. An LED driver converts AC line power (120V or 277V) to the appropriate DC voltage (most commonly 12V DC or 24V DC) or regulates the current (most commonly 350 or 700 milliamps or mA) for your tape light. Drivers might also include components to make them dimmable or optional steel enclosures to safely store the LED driver and its electric splices.
Hardwired - Wired directly to the electrical power supplied by the home or building making it controllable by a wall switch or dimmer.
Plug-In - Connects to an LED driver which plugs into an electrical outlet. If your tape light requires you to purchase a separate LED Driver, make sure you get the right voltage (12 or 24V) and that you've correctly calculated how much wattage you need.
Project Tip: Be sure to select an LED driver whose wattage is equal to or slightly greater than the total wattage of the tape light being powered.
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Do You Want a Dimmable Tape Light?
If you want to control the amount of light available and/or control the mood of the space, choose a dimmable tape light. Depending on the LED tape light you have selected, there might be a specific dimmer controller indicated in the Accessories section, or you can purchase a separate dimmer switch.
Project Tip: Remember, if you want your LED tape light to be dimmable, you'll need to purchase dimmable tape light, a dimmable LED driver, and a dimmer switch or dimmer control.
It is important to understand that there are different types of connection options available.
Connecting Tape Light to an LED Driver
Connect a plug-in LED driver to two separate sections or runs of tape light with a Y-Splitter.
Connect a hardwire or plug-in LED driver to a tape light section that is located some distance away from the driver with an Extension Cable.
Connecting Multiple Sections of Tape Light to Each Other
For two or more separate lengths of tape light, you will need to figure out how those separate lengths will be connected. For example:
Connect separate lengths end-to-end by simply plugging the male end of one length to the female end of the other. If your tape light doesn’t have these connectors, use a Splice Connector.
Connect two lengths with a Jumper Cable or Joiner Cable.
Connect two lengths at right angles to each other with an L-Connector.
Connect three separate lengths at right angles to each other with a T-Connector.
Split tape lights into two or three separate runs to create custom lighting designs with a 3-Way or 4-Way Splitter.
Project Tip: Each tape light manufacturer has specific connectors that work only with their brand of light. The connecting options mentioned here are not a complete list and may or may not work with the tape light you choose. Always refer to the product description for your specific tape light to determine the available connection options for your project.
Project Tip: Some tape light is color temperature adjusting (also referred to as "tunable"). This means that you can instantly adjust the ambiance of any room from a soft daylight to a warm amber to mimic the setting of the sun.
Project Tip: When choosing white tape light, determine how well you want it to render colors. This is called it's Color Rendering Index (CRI).
CRI 70-79 - Good color rendering
CRI 80-89 - Very good color rendering
CRI 90+ - Excellent color rendering
https://www.pegasuslighting.com/files/pdfs/tape-light-project-cheat-sheet.pdf
https://www.flexfireleds.com/how-to-install-led-strip-lights-under-counter-and-cabinets/
https://www.pegasuslighting.com/led-drivers.html