weatherwiz Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Wiz has experience. Not sure if I'm much help in this department. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
free_man Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Yeah i have that reflective vest too. A neccessity on the dark rds I run on no street lights ftw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Pretty good bust on the temps last night.. 27.4/`18 IMBY Time to pound some coffee, look ignorantly at the overnight models, and prepare for the turkey rounduop. Well, I've got the coffee and ignorant part down. I get turkeys in some bif plastic bag. They smell better and keep quiet. And they are making snow at Wachusett now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 any of you weenies an electrician? want to come to the cape and run wiring in my basement? lol Dude, it's so easy to do basic wiring. Do it yourself and save lot of $$$. Just get a basic home wiring book at Home Depot. The only tricky part is installing a new breaker in the panel and even that is easy if you don't electrocute yourself to death. Seriously, putting in some outlets and a few switches is NBD. Cue the electricians, "Wiring is not a hobby, hire a pro.". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Dude, it's so easy to do basic wiring. Do it yourself and save lot of $$. Just get a basic home wiring book at Home Depot. The only tricky part is installing a new breaker in the panel and even that is easy if you don't electrocute yourself to death. Seriously, putting in some outlets and a few switches is NBD. Cue the electricians, "Wiring is not a hobby, hire a pro.". But I think there may be problems with insurance if a fire happens, no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
free_man Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 But I think there may be problems with insurance if a fire happens, no? It depends upon how comprehensive the ins. My house is covered. It's all in the 6 million page insurance policy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 But I think there may be problems with insurance if a fire happens, no? Oddly enough I think in Mass there would be more of an issue with doing your own plumbing. Seems counter intuitive but I think a home owner can pull a wiring permit but not a plumbing permit. At least that's how it used to be. We use plumbing/electrical subs for all of our projects but here at the house I do everything. My electrician friends would take issue with my advice but honestly it's not rocket science, basic stuff at least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin W Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 "Wiring is not a hobby, hire a pro.". I'm an electrician and I have no problem with a homeowner doing their own wiring IF the work is at least checked by an inspector or someone experienced with it. Electricity is nothing to mess with if you don't know what you're doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 I'm an electrician and I have no problem with a homeowner doing their own wiring IF the work is at least checked by an inspector or someone experienced with it. Electricity is nothing to mess with if you don't know what you're doing. That's the only thing I'd worry about. I don't think the work is that difficult, but I'd be worried if I didn't do something right, and then we have a short-out or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 I'm an electrician and I have no problem with a homeowner doing their own wiring IF the work is at least checked by an inspector or someone experienced with it. Electricity is nothing to mess with if you don't know what you're doing. Of course, I'm just talking about simple circuits, a few outlets, maybe a single pole switch. Wouldn't want to see the average homeowner wiring a sub-panel or a boiler, something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 That's the only thing I'd worry about. I don't think the work is that difficult, but I'd be worried if I didn't do something right, and then we have a short-out or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin W Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 [/b] Of course, I'm just talking about simple circuits, a few outlets, maybe a single pole switch. Wouldn't want to see the average homeowner wiring a sub-panel or a boiler, something like that. I hear ya. For the simple stuff you mention, it would only take a couple of minutes to check it all out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Well at least you don't have to worry about that Pete, since your homes are made of cement and glass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Well at least you don't have to worry about that Pete, since your homes are made of cement and glass. Thankfully those are the minority. This latest one has been a pain in the azz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaineJayhawk Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Well at least you don't have to worry about that Pete, since your homes are made of cement and glass. and various NASA-grade polycarbonates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baroclinic Zone Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 I'd be wary of doing electrical work without a professional. The same can be said about any trade. Insurance companies will be less likey to pay a claim if they find out you did the work yourself and without a permit. A permit is a must imo. Can tell you how many people have finished their basements off without pulling a permit. God forbid they have an accident down there that claims a life or house. You'll be walking the streets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeatherX Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 39/23...I hear things are looking promising Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaineJayhawk Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 39/23...I hear things are looking promising Heavy heavy differing opinions between the Rev and the sinners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logan11 Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 A brief snapshot of arctic air here today...until later in the week. The low was 21 and still 25 at almost 9 AM. So brisk and refreshing to breath in. Thankfully those are the minority. This latest one has been a pain in the azz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 I'd be wary of doing electrical work without a professional. The same can be said about any trade. Insurance companies will be less likey to pay a claim if they find out you did the work yourself and without a permit. A permit is a must imo. Can tell you how many people have finished their basements off without pulling a permit. God forbid they have an accident down there that claims a life or house. You'll be walking the streets. Well, every Home Depot would be out of business if people didn't tackle DIY projects. True, things can go wrong but if you are of average intelligence you can pull off most basic home improvement projects. Just remember black to white, wait a minute maybe it's white to black. I forget. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damage In Tolland Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 I'd be wary of doing electrical work without a professional. The same can be said about any trade. Insurance companies will be less likey to pay a claim if they find out you did the work yourself and without a permit. A permit is a must imo. Can tell you how many people have finished their basements off without pulling a permit. God forbid they have an accident down there that claims a life or house. You'll be walking the streets. Ray would have typed weary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 A brief snapshot of arctic air here today...until later in the week. The low was 21 and still 25 at almost 9 AM. So brisk and refreshing to breath in. 27 here currently under sunny skies. I've been procratinating doing chores by sitting here making silly posts. Time to get it in gear I suppose, it'll be getting dark again in a few hours.lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moneypitmike Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Just got in from a walk to the beaver pond. Was shocked to see there was still smoke/glow from the remains of the brush fire. I stopped feeding it at 2:00p.m. on Friday--guess it was going good. Also, just buzzed by a large barred owl in the woods. Lit in a pine about 20' away and no more than 15' up. Had a stare down for a few minutes before it went to find something more interested than i. Chris had the same experience yesterday, and I said I never get to see owls. Kinda funny about that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Ok, I think THIS is the banter thread and since it's sunday I think some of you football fans will get a kick out of this. Pro helmets revised to reflect the current state of affairs in the NFL. They're all funny except the Bills helmet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeatherX Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Ok, I think THIS is the banter thread and since it's sunday I think some of you football fans will get a kick out of this. Pro helmets revised to reflect the current state of affairs in the NFL. They're all funny except the Bills helmet. Hysterical! Did you make this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 LOL, that's great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baroclinic Zone Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Well, every Home Depot would be out of business if people didn't tackle DIY projects. True, things can go wrong but if you are of average intelligence you can pull off most basic home improvement projects. Just remember black to white, wait a minute maybe it's white to black. I forget. Nobody says you can't tackle your own DIY projects, they are just breaking the law, that's all. There are things that do fall under "ordinary repairs" and they are explicitly spelled out by the Code. Any plumbing and electrical work technically needs a permit pulled. Homeowners can pull their own permits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weatherwiz Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baroclinic Zone Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Ok, I think THIS is the banter thread and since it's sunday I think some of you football fans will get a kick out of this. Pro helmets revised to reflect the current state of affairs in the NFL. They're all funny except the Bills helmet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ski MRG Posted November 21, 2010 Share Posted November 21, 2010 Hysterical! Did you make this? No, one of my friends that runs our football pool sent it to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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