DEWALT Electrical Code Reference: Based on the 2017 NEC (DEWALT Series)

Whether you are a current or aspiring homeowner or electrician, this thorough, user-friendly resource is an ideal guide to the 2017 National Electrical Code, translating complex code requirements into simple, practical guidelines for residential electrical installation. Examining all aspects of residential wiring, DEWALT ELECTRICAL CODE REFERENCE: BASED ON THE NEC 2017, Fourth Edition, provides comprehensive coverage from initial rough-in to final trim-out. The author explores each room of the house in detail, covering receptacle placement, smoke detector installation, stairwells, and crawl spaces, as well as key topics such as grounding and bonding requirements, HVAC circuits, GFCI and AFCI requirements, and voltage drop calculations. To help you master even the most complex concepts more easily, the text includes worksheets to simplify advanced load calculations, straightforward diagrams for wiring devices, and code references highlighting critical NEC 2017 requirements. If you�re planning to do residential electrical work, this highly practical, up-to-date reference is a must-have resource.

Daniel Sandefur is licensed as an electrical contractor and master electrician in 26 states, and he is a licensed electrical inspector and electrical plans examiner as well. A member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI), Mr. Sandefur also holds certifications as a Master Electrical Inspector, One- & Two-Family Dwelling Inspector, Commercial Electrical Inspector, and Electrical Plans Examiner from both the IAEI and the International Code Council. He also holds the Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification from BICSI.