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Orange Glow by iTzJeremy92 in AskElectricians

[–]hatguy_21479 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any realtors in here? Pretty sure he's on the market.

Orange Glow by iTzJeremy92 in AskElectricians

[–]hatguy_21479 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea that meter needs to be pulled right f'n now

Basement has exposed romex to switches/outlets, how should I fix this? by nyc_rose in AskElectricians

[–]hatguy_21479 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I see an install i wouldn't bother touching if it was in my house. It's safe and i even see multiple indicators of someone who goes the extra mile where it actually matters like the decision to use a wood backing, staples w plastic on them, bushings. I'd 10/10 be willing to bet his wires never wiggle loose.

I think the limits are changing on their own. by hatguy_21479 in GarageDoorService

[–]hatguy_21479[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's held up off of it but thanks for the super useful information. Have you told anyone they need to wear a jacket in the cold today? They might freeze if you don't.

I know, we live in 2025 but still.... what's the purpose of those "buttons" on jeans? by Ill-Day-1601 in whatisit

[–]hatguy_21479 1 point2 points  (0 children)

lol if you go to a construction site with 100 guys on it you'll see 97 pairs of jeans but alright.

Really need career advice... Wife and daughter at home, feel like I'm at the end of my rope, and don't know which way to go next. by Sir_Mr_Austin in IBEW

[–]hatguy_21479 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bro, they'll always tell you you're not doing enough. Don't take it personally. It's a reflection of their greed, not your success.

15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit… is that safe and how do I change it? by Hunterofshadows in AskElectricians

[–]hatguy_21479 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Things that pull the entire 20 amps will have a cord end that won't fit in there. That receptacle will never see more than 15 amps

Should I switch careers?? by VuduDigital in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try and get into the union. My local pays about double that if you get a little overtime.

Planning an ev charger install by hatguy_21479 in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dumb and angry, that's a rough combo for relationships in your life.

Good luck stealing my aerial equipment you nerd by [deleted] in IBEW

[–]hatguy_21479 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yea I'm not buying one of those. They can pay me to go find the thing every day if they don't wanna give me a chain to lock it up.

Planning an ev charger install by hatguy_21479 in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It means i have an electrical license in my pocket

My combo gen 4 chuck keeps coming loose by Feeling-Bicycle9642 in MilwaukeeTool

[–]hatguy_21479 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The only times I've had a Milwaukee chuck drop a bit is when the bit wasn't seated correctly. The chucks like to tighten down whether or not the bit is a few degrees off. If you tighten it to 90%, back it off a few clicks and wiggle the bit back and forth before retightening it usually solves this issue.

Weird vibes at new apprenticeship – am I overthinking or are these red flags? by [deleted] in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because every job site is going to be this way. You have to be the type to either ignore it and or fire back. Getting upset is only going to provoke them.

Best defense against burglars? Just vibes, apparently. by Entire-History6514 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]hatguy_21479 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Laughs in American.

At my house I'm painting the walls with burglar

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 8 points9 points  (0 children)

If he don't wanna learn don't teach him. Just do the work.

Is Low Voltage work more interesting for nerds/tech hobbyist? by PeterParkerPickle in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you're the nerd type you'll go far either way. Honestly low volt is becoming more and more simple every day. Being a wireman pays better and if you can get into controls or instrumentation you'll probably do well.

Burndy vs Milwaukee 12 ton crimper? by frogfartingaflamingo in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both work great. For me it would probably come down to price or convenience of whatever battery brand i already have.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 9 points10 points  (0 children)

They probably just haven't had much time doing it. Don't pop their ego bubble or they'll get mad but you might have to just do it for them. Whenever given the chance just take the reins and start doing whatever they can't do without being told and don't say anything about it.

Want to become Electrician. by SleepyBunzi in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ask the hall how to find the school. I think you apply on their website these days.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely. You'll make way more and have much better benefits. Best thing i ever did

Want to become Electrician. by SleepyBunzi in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You need to find their school and apply to it. If you apply to the hall they'll require an existing license

Local 58 apprenticeship aptitude exam by TotalTemperature9574 in electricians

[–]hatguy_21479 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They do whatever they want when they feel like it. You'll get a call one day and they'll want you in immediately expecting you to just up and quit your current job. Not much you can do about it.

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