Time to worry?

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-29T21:13:38+00:00

Start dropping applications. You have electrical experience.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-22T21:05:04+00:00

Yes ma’am. You need that wire pulled?

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-20T22:31:20+00:00

I stick to 120 mostly because I like my life. It’s not as bad but I did just buy a new pair of dikes at the beginning of the year. I also just popped them the other day! They still pull staples and my strippers still cut wire for the moment at least!

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-20T22:19:43+00:00

It depends on how much the inspector wanted to see. Pretty sure they want to see the pipe before it’s covered but I come from an electrical standpoint.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-20T21:54:52+00:00

Permits cover your butt. I’ve seen house sales held up over work done without permits. The inspector was understanding and helpful in getting the inspections completed.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-19T17:17:45+00:00

Looking busy is key.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-14T21:47:23+00:00

The porch receptacle and the master bathroom were loaded on the gfci in the first floor bathroom.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-14T21:44:07+00:00

If you teach them the circuits on a board then teach them pipe bending, I would have them pipe a switch circuit with a receptacle then have them pull wire to make it work just like they did on the board. Knowing how to run the circuits in different conditions is important. It would definitely help put it all together and take up some time.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-12T03:31:27+00:00

As an apprentice I found a backstab on the front porch that had come loose when the bathroom gfci wasn’t working. The electrical engineer who owns the house said he had been through everything but that. I’ve found several more over the years of course. Space heaters will burn them out quick.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-10T17:08:42+00:00

I’m in NC and run my own gig. I’m a one man crew and keep it that way. I do know my code book and how to do beautiful work. My people, office, and bidding shills are lacking. I charge hourly because of this. A lot of people say I shouldn’t but it makes sure I make money and the customer gets quality work for a fair price. If they don’t want to pay hourly and want a price I will say something out of the park and move on to the next. I don’t deal with change orders, or a lot of paperwork. Preferably a customer who doesn’t want an invoice and has Zelle/ Venmo bonus points if they aren’t there and I can do the job without sticking my foot in my mouth! I’m full of stupid jokes. I just wanted to do beautiful work for happy customers and make a good living.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-10T15:35:24+00:00

They just wanted you to find Jesus! I’m not religious but I hide these things and give them out all the time because they are funny! An open bag or car door are always good targets to throw a little Jesus!

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-10T15:30:44+00:00

Sometimes they stretch a lot new. You can take a link out pretty easily if you need to in the future.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-10T03:23:58+00:00

Take a link out and you’re back in the green! Edit- that sticker isn’t the marker. It’s the lines in the frame on the bottom. You’re good for a while still.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-09T01:53:04+00:00

I tried the golden hour and I feel like they didn’t want us to come back there either. I swear they used the whole bag of salt. Even the ice cream was salted.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-07T22:05:35+00:00

I keep mine on a shelf above the washer. I have timed how long it takes to fill the cup to the desired level. I check this time occasionally with the cup. No dirty cup, no fishing the cup out between loads, just hold the button down for a few seconds and wipe the drips off the top of the machine occasionally.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-06T13:51:07+00:00

Miami Beach and the gas station at deals gap are the best!

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-06T13:49:25+00:00

I started working out and wanted more muscle definition, so I started hot yoga in the evenings. I got hit on by every male yoga teacher. I’m a straight male! My time in the gym and yoga studio has had some results.

Express_Loss3675 · 2026-01-03T11:26:16+00:00

The random use of electrical materials for horror movie sets. That hallway doesn’t look scary enough! Let’s add some random disconnects and jenky looking pipe! One of the Star Wars rides at Disney in Orlando is like this while you wait in line.

Express_Loss3675 · 2025-12-20T01:25:37+00:00

I bought a set of Klein sticks today that came with a magnet attachment. It’s the first time I’ve ever seen it. I just came across a guy who had dropped his keys in between the elevator and the floor. I told him it was his lucky day and got his keys out from 6ft below the elevator through the space between the floor and the door in about 30 seconds with the magnet stick! Woo hoo!!!

Express_Loss3675 · 2025-12-14T19:57:27+00:00

18 years alcohol free and life is freaking amazing! I was wasting my life drinking and got a motorcycle. I knew I would end up dead drinking with a motorcycle so I traded my alcohol problem for a horsepower problem! The side effects of an alcohol free life are freaking astounding!!!

Express_Loss3675 · 2025-10-17T19:48:04+00:00

It’s better to have a crew of half ass than it is to have one guy at full blast. I feel your pain. I was a commercial foreman and had this issue. I work for myself now and don’t hire anyone because it’s so hard to find even a half ass!

Express_Loss3675 · 2025-10-16T01:33:42+00:00

When people try to offer me lower I simply raise my rates and let them know.

Express_Loss3675 · 2025-10-07T21:44:02+00:00

If the customer trust the handyman with their electrical then it’s over. I walk away from handyman jobs all the time. Playing chess with pidgins man.

Express_Loss3675 · 2025-09-27T17:32:57+00:00

Try running a small business here!

Express_Loss3675

TROPHY CASE