Wiring Complete Fourth Edition: Fourth Edition

By Michael Litchfield and Michael McAlister

Book Overview

The definitive, professional-grade reference and instructional manual for residential electrical wiring--essential for electricians, remodelers, and serious contractors.

Wiring Complete is the industry-standard guide that moves beyond the basics, offering authoritative, code-compliant, and efficient techniques for complex residential electrical installations.

Written by experts and geared toward working professionals, the Fourth Edition ensures your work is not only safe and reliable but adheres to the latest National Electrical Code (NEC) standards and best practices.

Upgrade your skills, guarantee code compliance, and ensure lasting quality on every job with the most respected book in residential wiring.

This book provides the practical, job-site tested knowledge required to handle entire home wiring systems, complex troubleshooting, and modernization projects. It covers:

Code Mastery: Comprehensive interpretation of the latest NEC requirements, ensuring all installations--from grounding and bonding to AFCIs/GFCIs--meet current legal specifications.System Integration: Expert guidance on sizing services, managing panel layout, and efficiently installing circuits for specialized systems, including low-voltage lighting, smart home technology, and solar/EV charging infrastructure.Advanced Techniques: Detailed instruction on efficient rough-in wiring, proper routing of cables and conduits, optimizing branch circuits, and precise installation of specialized devices.Professional Troubleshooting: Step-by-step methods for quickly diagnosing and repairing common electrical faults, shorts, and system failures, saving valuable time on the job.

While it is the trusted go-to resource for licensed electricians and contractors, this comprehensive manual also serves as an indispensable reference for the experienced DIY homeowner who insists on performing work to professional standards.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1641551682
• ISBN13: 9781641551687
• Release Date: September 2022
• Publisher: Taunton Press
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 2.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 9.1" x 10.8"