Sparky's Laws

1) The box with the bad connection will be the only box you haven't opened yet.

2) The weakest Knock-Out will be one size larger than the one you needed.

3) If you have just enough decorative screws for a light fixture, you will drop one in the snow.

4) The batteries in your drill/flashlight/meter will die just as you get to the end of the crawlspace.

5)The bit that is in your drill will be the wrong size, or dull.

6)The tip that is in your screwgun will be the wrong type or worn out.

7)The tool that you need right now while your holding the part in place, won't be in your toolpouch.

8)The check valve in the bucket truck will stick when you're 35 ft. up, in a blizzard, (with no cigarettes).

9) The house you just wired that has a staple that is 54-1/16" from the next has a greater risk of failure/fire/electrocution/lawsuit than the 1900's 30A 120V service and Knob and Tube wiring that the neighbors refuse to replace.

10) The best way to find bedrock is to start driving a ground rod.

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[This message has been edited by sparky66wv (edited 09-02-2001).]


-Virgil
Residential/Commercial Inspector
5 Star Inspections
Member IAEI