No offense OP. Your job was done and complete. Functional. We are just picking out the cosmetic and trade flaws in the work. Constructive criticism!
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No offense taken on my part. I started this thread because even though I've done all my own electrical work for 40 years I knew the members here would point out things I did not see. I am grateful for the insights.
I still have to schedule the inspection and since the guy was here for my boiler inspection I have spoken with him and although my boiler install passed easily he said a couple of things to make me think he's a stickler for correctness. I like that. The guys who did the job said the inspector has his own company (I did not know that) so he's not just someone who doesn't know anything. I think he's going to have a few problems with this job as a few of you have pointed out. I'll let you know.
In regards to whomever asked about putting a piece of wood behind the panel before mounting it; when the guy came and gave me an estimate we discussed that and he said some cities allow it and some don't. He wanted to put the wood panel on the basement wall first but he had to ask the inspector about it when he got the permit. He either forgot to ask or was told no. I do not know as I forgot about it.
About the lines not being secured within 12" of the panel; I went down and looked at it closely yesterday after reading that and I see why it was done like that. Most of the lines go straight up through the ceiling (into the outside wall) and there is nothing to fasten them to. The several that come away from the wall come through a joist and are stapled to the joist.
I ordered a dehumidifier yesterday so I can get that basement dry and keep it dry. I did not spend this money to let moisture ruin my new panel.
With the holiday and my vacation ending on Monday and the fact that the inspector only works 1 day a week from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. it makes it even harder to meet up. Working 12 hour days doesn't help either and I start night shift next week.
P.S. To those who mentioned codes: We don't need no stinkin' codes
My garage was built probably 60-80 years ago and it's been fine ever since.
Thanks to all for the comments.
I hope everyone has a great 4th and stays safe & cool.
Dennis
