how long can I run bx in my my basement in chicago?

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how long can I run bx in my my basement in chicago?

2006-10-08 14:50:35 · 5 answers · asked by zionriver 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)

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Call the codes officer.

2006-10-08 15:11:18 · answer #1 · answered by whataboutme 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Bx has no ground in it .Use mc cable it can be run a long way.Look in the national electric code to ge a better answer.It is very expensive copper wire has gone through the roof

2006-10-08 17:15:18 · answer #2 · answered by timothycool1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I have run up to 150 feet. This is very common.

2006-10-08 15:26:02 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

call code, just don't tell them you are running it. unless you are going to get a permit and have it inspected.

2006-10-08 16:14:38 · answer #4 · answered by T C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I think 3 ft max. but I'm not licensed.

2006-10-08 15:10:05 · answer #5 · answered by zocko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋