[quote=LK
Yes it should be brought up to code, too ,many guys afraid to tell the homeowner, it should be code compliant, not wanting to open the walls or spend the money, is not a valid reason, to ignore the code [/quote]

(acknowledge, "not a valid reason")

"Afraid" OF WHAT? Some "jamoke" under bidding you?
Simple example of us all "chocking" each other (castrateing if you will).

Code is the code. Responsability is responsability.

If you don't have the "nads" or conviction to do it right... Do something else.

AFRAID my @##. It's your license, your house your Family!
Do it correctly or stay away!

One way. the correct way.
And the sooner we all accept that. The better off we all will be.
When "Joe" home " Improvement" guy screws up. His/their problem.