Frequently Asked Questions

All the kitchen counter outlets should be Ground Fault Circulation Interrupter (GFCI), including an island outlet.

Yes, these types of outlets require a separate circuit in bathrooms.

Yes, but you need the proper clearance of 6 inches from the front edge of the shelf to the back edge of the fixture.

No, but if you remodel or otherwise change the electrical in your home, it must be brought up to the current code.

The service mast riser must be strong enough to support the service cables. A minimum height of 10 feet above grade or deck is required.

Yes, but only underground outside. It must be buried 18 inches below grade or receive special permission from the Community Development Department.

You may not use non-metallic sheathed cable.

Yes, BX can be fished down existing walls and ceilings. It must transition to metal conduit within 5 feet of being accessible. If BX is over 6 feet in length it must contain a green ground wire.

No, the furnace must be wired with approved conduit, wire, and boxes.

Yes, Greenfield can be used to be fished down existing walls. It must transition to conduit within 5 feet of being accessible. If the Greenfield is over 6 feet in length, it must contain a green ground wire. Greenfield can also be used where flexibility is needed.

You may not use "L's" behind drywall.

You need 1 single twist lock outlet on a dedicated Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected circuit between 5 to 10 feet from the edge of the pool. You also need 1 GFCI protected outlet between 10 ti 20 feet from the edge of the pool.