Ask Paul | National Electrical Code
Welcome to Ask Paul the podcast where nationally recognized electrical code experts answer your electrical code-related questions on a weekly podcast. Join us as we answer questions submitted on the www.PaulAbernathy.com website. Get answers from National Electrical Code Panel Members who give their own opinions to answering NEC-related questions. Please be sure to visit https://fasttraxtube.com and subscribe for a FREE ACCOUNT to listen to all our new podcasts starting March 1, 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support.
Episodes
July 26, 2025 • 45 mins
Elevate Your Expertise: Become a Certified Master Electrical Code Professional® (CMECP®) Are you a Master Electrician ready to set yourself apart from the competition? The CMECP® program at CMECP.org is the premier professional development opportunity designed exclusively for licensed Master Electricians who want to take their National Electrical Code (NEC) knowledge to the next level.
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July 15, 2025 • 62 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked the following question. Listen as Paul breaks down a question about if a metal wireway is used above a panel and interposed between an EMT raceway and a small 18” EMT Raceway, often called a nipple. Does the wireway have to meet the same “straight” as “Eight” requirements in 314.28(A)(1) even if not being used as a “pull box”. Also, he answers a question, in his opinion, of the lack of SCCR ratings o...
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June 22, 2025 • 69 mins
Master The NEC | Episode 25 | First Thoughts of some of the NITMAMS In this episode, Paul talks about some of the 2026 NITMAM (CAMS) that took place in Vegas.
Remember, Successful amending motions must then be confirmed by the responsible Technical Committee by ballot. My podcast is about the outcome of the NITMAM only, not the final vote by the various CMP's who will disregard the will of the membership and fail the CAMS resulting...
Remember, Successful amending motions must then be confirmed by the responsible Technical Committee by ballot. My podcast is about the outcome of the NITMAM only, not the final vote by the various CMP's who will disregard the will of the membership and fail the CAMS resulting...
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June 22, 2025 • 19 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked the following question. Listen as Paul breaks it down and how you have to make some assumptions based on the general rules and only answer exam questions as they are presented.
Q: The maximum size of a circuit breaker that can be installed for 1 AWG THW feeder tap conductors is _____________ A.
Answers:
A) 100
B) 110
C) 125
D) 150
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Q: The maximum size of a circuit breaker that can be installed for 1 AWG THW feeder tap conductors is _____________ A.
Answers:
A) 100
B) 110
C) 125
D) 150
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June 14, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked a question about where to find the 2 foot – 4 foot and 5 foot – 12-foot rules for receptacle spacing in the NEC, and why they do not see the 4 foot, or 12 feet mentioned. We also answer a question on do standalone sprinkler systems have to have a dedicated circuit and all the labeling requirements of a fire alarm system per NEC 760.41(B). Well, we have the answer for you on this episode so enjoy.
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June 14, 2025 • 43 mins
Welcome to The Bond and Ground Podcast—On this episode Paul Abernathy discusses the misunderstanding of how to connect equipment grounding conductors, also known as EGC's in a box when you have multiple sizes and what happens when you have a metal box interposed in a PVC raceway system and visa versa for PVC boxes in metal raceway systems.
On this podcast the National Electrical Code® becomes personal, practical, and powerfully cle...
On this podcast the National Electrical Code® becomes personal, practical, and powerfully cle...
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In this episode, Paul was asked a question about wide spread confusion over the last sentence in 680.26(B)(6)(a) regarding the use of a double insulated water pump motor for pool applications in Article 680 Part II. What do you do with that 8 AWG CU Solid Bonding Jumper when you take it to the pool pump motor and find out it is a special double insulated system motor. Well, we have the answer for you on this episode so enjoy.
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May 27, 2025 • 26 mins
Master The NEC Podcast | Episode 24 | Failure to Achieve Mental Blocks | In this episode, Paul talks very candid about the issue of failure and the concept of Failure to Achieve that so many up and coming electrical professionals struggle with. You have heard the old saying "Failure is part of success" but thats fine until the failure begins to eat you up inside. Listen as Paul talks about your success.
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April 9, 2025 • 35 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked a question about torquing and his thoughts on torque values and the changes from calibrated torque tools to now approved method. Paul also answers a question about SER being stripped out for use in raceways.
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-re...
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-re...
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April 9, 2025 • 27 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked a question about tariffs and my thoughts on them and how it will help America become the greatest nation in the world. AGAIN.
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment...
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment...
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March 7, 2025 • 24 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked a question about the location allowance of panels in locations such as stairwell areas and about the loads for a service or feeder with regards to EVSE. In fact, this episode may help clear up some confusion on some basic load calculations for those EV Lovers.
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electric...
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electric...
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March 7, 2025 • 20 mins
In this episode, Paul will announce some new Virginia CE Code Update Seminars coming to Virginia starting in the summer of 2025. These seminars will be “ACTION” packed with NEC Code and Real Works Situations that only Paul can deliver. These will be a MUST ATTEND event that will be located at convenient locations on the east and west of Central Virginia. These events will be a MUST attend and updates will be posted at https://fastt...
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February 20, 2025 • 33 mins
In this episode, Paul will talk about voltage drop and the requirements of VD as provided by Articles 647 and 695. However, what about the mandates in the International Energy Conservation Codes (IECC) C405.10 where it mandates an overall 5%.
Well, in this episode we talk about it and break it down. Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses ...
Well, in this episode we talk about it and break it down. Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses ...
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February 19, 2025 • 22 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked to comment on an installation that inspectors are forcing the installation of a green bonding conductor between the meter enclosure and the service equipment. Since a neutral is already connected at each end of this installer, as permitted in 250.142 and as required by 250.24, the question being raised is about the parallel paths for return current and the pesky objectionable current argument.
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February 15, 2025 • 45 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked to comment on how Artificial Intelligence will be integrated to the contractors and tradesman in the field. In this episode, we dig into why AI Technology is going to make your job easier in the field. Why, because those time sensitive questions are answered in a fast and reliable way. The TRADES are going to fall in love with TradeHog.
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January 24, 2025 • 21 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked to comment on a listener’s situation where they want to go into business for themselves but are not sure they are ready. Listen as Paul gives them guidance on being your own boss and how to look forward rather than behind. This episode will inspire you to succeed.
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses elec...
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses elec...
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January 24, 2025 • 29 mins
In this episode, Paul was asked to comment on a listener’s situation where they want to go into business for themselves but are not sure they are ready. Listen as Paul gives them guidance on being your own boss and how to look forward rather than behind. This episode will inspire you to succeed.
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses elec...
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses elec...
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January 19, 2025 • 73 mins
In this episode, Paul will talk about dealing with customers who are disgruntled or simply problematic. We show you how to turn it around and earn a good future customer by breaking down how to use the Soft Skills to win over the customers. This is a MUST podcast episode for anyone who works with customers in the field.
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Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in th...
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January 19, 2025 • 80 mins
In this episode, Paul will talk about the various methods to grassroots marketing to help grow your business and the things to think about in terms of marketing in 2025. In this episode, we deep dive into marketing tips and tricks to success.
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business...
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business...
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January 16, 2025 • 42 mins
In this episode, Paul is asked to explain why the sizing rules for the common grounding electrode conductor per 250.64(D)(1) and how it applies when 250.66 is on the table. For example, sizing the common GEC when the grounding electrodes are ground rods. Well, in this episode you get the facts.
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses elect...
Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses elect...
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