Hard wire air compressor

[rankty]

Hello, I am looking to buy a Quincy air compressor that uses 1 ph at 230v.The unit has to be hard wired.There is a 3 prong wall plug my Dad had installed before He passed away for a large IR that we gave to my sister.I think it is for 220. It is my understanding that a licensed electrician has to do the wiring for insurance coverage to remain in force. Any electricians out there to give a cost estimate? Thank you.

 

[pattenp]

Where are you located? As long as you get the needed electrical permits and inspections you are covered even if you do the work. That's how it is here where I live.

I'm not sure if it has to be hardwired. Depending on the size of the compressor/amp draw you may get by with a cord and plug using the existing outlet.

 

[mayday0017]

If you are talking about insurance on the house and not warranty on the compressor this is retarded. If you have the ability to wire it up yourself or a friend who does, or want to spend the couple minutes on google learning how to GO FOR IT! Insurance can not deny coverage because you wired it yourself, and hell I wouldn't even tell them I did. I would say "I don't know who did it, it was like that when I got here".

 

[Gary S]

Where are you located? As long as you get the needed electrical permits and inspections you are covered even if you do the work. That's how it is here where I live.
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His local laws will dictate how it needs to be done. Here, you can't get a permit do to wiring unless you are a licensed electrician. The OP needs to check with his local zoning authority. Internet answers are worthless to him.

 

[mayday0017]

Oh and welcome to the forum rankty

 

[eriksalo]

If you do your research and feel comfortable that you can do this safely, I would go for it (supposing the laws allow you to work on your own house).

Wiring isn't that hard but it is dangerous and there are things to know. my test would be if you look into this and feel that you UNDERSTAND what you are doing, then give it a shot.

If you spend some time researching this and don't feel comfortable, by all means hire and expert, there are great electricians out there! Check angie's list.