Re: Running speaker wire through walls
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I used the CL2 rated wire from Bluejeans cable with insulation. I should be fine
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Re: Running speaker wire through walls
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yeh, that's what I thought I was going to run 12 g and I was told there is code. Of course if you do it, who the h#$l knows. But, yeh it is code. I just went to Wyco Electric Wholesale and they sold me, I think I got 12g or 14g 60 ft for $18. it has been a year so I can't remember
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Re: Running speaker wire through walls
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enthusiast
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I've heard horror stories of people not applying for permits and/or skipping getting their construction inspected.
When they go to sell the house, the potential buyers/real estate agents will contact the City to see what development has been performed on the house. If the City catches wind that there has been un-inspected work done, they make you tear it out.
I'm not sure if this is true, but I do know the city I live in keeps good records. I can go on-line and see what permits have been approved for any house.
I guess I just am a stickler for rules.
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Re: Running speaker wire through walls
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shareholder in the making
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Actually, i am not planning to get an inspector to come in...sheesh, they can call me if they want...i'll probably get in trouble for this...
You are not alone , I am at 7 years and counting, no inspections. I have heard the horror stories about noncompliance but I know of one instance where someone had to rip out the drywall, but that stemmed from an electrical inspection that turned up poor wiring at the panel. The inspection took place for the sale of the house. This was many years ago too. I have also heard if the construction is over 10 years old it is grandfathered past inspections. I guess when I finally sell(many years away for me) I will find out. As was said, I could be renovating before we sell!
Hmmm, maybe I could get that dedicated HT room afterall..... what's the number for city planning?
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Re: Running speaker wire through walls
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Re: Running speaker wire through walls
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Thanks but I have been there many times. The cost of the permits are prohibitive in themselves. I calculated out all the permits to do my basement again and it came out to 1/4 the total cost of the basement! I did factor in 2 extensions as I know I didn't complete my basement with in their time frames. What a cash grab.
Jason M80 v2 VP160 v3 QS8 v2 PB13 Ultra Denon 3808 Samsung 85" Q70
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Re: Running speaker wire through walls
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Make sure you are applying for the correct permits. If it works out to 1/4 of the cost, something is wrong. You need a building permit and an electrical permit (there are two types depending who is doing the work). Many people think they need a development permit also but they don't.
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