My 2 and 1/2 cents......
I thought the main purpose of an Electrical Inspector is to ensure a Code compliant installation, hence a safe installation.
Not to be the guy to write the 'punch list'; not to be 'the reason the job is held-up, or stopped; not to be an 'instructor' for those with a lack of knowledge; and not to be 'a guy with an attitude'.
OK, yes, there were, and may still be some 'attitude' guys, "my way", etc., but with my EC hat on, I don't see them anymore.
As an AHJ in a 32 sq. mi. town, I see all kinds of 'work'; from some of the best professionals, to some of the bigest nightmare 'homeowners', with the occasional handyman/unlicensed guy thrown in.
In NJ, "Workmanship" cannot be cited as a violation; but.....99.9% of the time, you can find enough NEC items within a "sloppy" job, to write a red sticker.
A personal note; seems that the multi-license AHJ's are a hot commodity in these parts also; a lot of the towns are seeking them.
John
