Thanks, Bill and Paul et al...
I think I must have sounded like I was on a rant(!)And, yep, you're right about a little knowledge...I think the perception of a lot of homeowners is that it's the same as building a deck-"how hard can it be?"(famous last words) Maybe it's the fact that they are required to hire professionals at a high price in some locales that tempts them to try things best left to the pro's, and save themselves some $. [Linked Image]
I've watched with interest the controversy over the hi-watt hairdryers, etc. Do any of the members of this BB have some advisory powers vis-a-vis manufacturing specs or code articles where electrical appliances are concerned?If not, how is this done? Is UL/CSA stamp the final word? I'm just curious, and thanks again.

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