ELECTRIFY™ | Electrician Podcast

ELECTRIFY™ | Electrician Podcast

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Episodes

July 27, 2025 84 mins
In this powerful episode of The Master The NEC Podcast, Paul Abernathy breaks down the essential steps every electrician needs to take to build a recognizable, respected local electrical brand.

Whether you're a solo master electrician or running a growing electrical contracting business, branding isn't just about logos—it's about how your community sees you, trusts you, and calls you first when they need the job done right.

You'll le...
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I had a powerful conversation with an electrician who was just let go from his job—devastated, unsure, and questioning his next move. But instead of staying down, I talked him into leveling up. 💪 We flipped the script. I showed him how to take his skills, his drive, and his knowledge of the trade—and build something of his own. 💼⚡

This isn't just about getting fired. It’s about freedom. It’s about taking control of your future and...
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Elevate Your Expertise: Become a Certified Master Electrical Code Professional® (CMECP®) Are you a Master Electrician ready to set yourself apart from the competition? The CMECP® program at CMECP.org is the premier professional development opportunity designed exclusively for licensed Master Electricians who want to take their National Electrical Code (NEC) knowledge to the next level.

This elite certification is not a replacement f...
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Master The NEC | Episode 26  is about the importance of Pull Calculations in medium to large scale projects where the owners, such as the Amazon's of the world, and the electrical contractor and electrical design professional want a third part to do pull calculations to ensure the utmost accuracy of the pull by reducing the risk of conductor damage during the pull but also long term.

Remember, the product is only successful if the c...
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In this episode, Paul was asked the following question. Listen as Paul breaks it down and how you have to make some assumptions based on the general rules and only answer exam questions as they are presented.

Q: The maximum size of a circuit breaker that can be installed for 1 AWG THW feeder tap conductors is _____________ A. 

Answers:
A)     100
B)     110
C)     125
D)     150

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Cod...
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In this episode, Paul was asked a question about where to find the 2 foot – 4 foot and 5 foot – 12-foot rules for receptacle spacing in the NEC, and why they do not see the 4 foot, or 12 feet mentioned. We also answer a question on do standalone sprinkler systems have to have a dedicated circuit and all the labeling requirements of a fire alarm system per NEC 760.41(B). Well, we have the answer for you on this episode so enjoy.

List...
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In this episode, Paul was asked a question about wide spread confusion over the last sentence in 680.26(B)(6)(a) regarding the use of a double insulated water pump motor for pool applications in Article 680 Part II. What do you do with that 8 AWG CU Solid Bonding Jumper when you take it to the pool pump motor and find out it is a special double insulated system motor. Well, we have the answer for you on this episode so enjoy.

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In this episode, Paul was asked a question about tariffs and my thoughts on them and how it will help America become the greatest nation in the world. AGAIN.

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment...
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In this episode, Paul will announce some new Virginia CE Code Update Seminars coming to Virginia starting in the summer of 2025. These seminars will be “ACTION” packed with NEC Code and Real Works Situations that only Paul can deliver. This will be a MUST ATTEND event that will be located at convenient locations on the east and west of Central Virginia. These events will be a MUST attend and updates will be posted at https://fasttr...
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In this episode, Paul was asked a question about the location allowance of panels in locations such as stairwell areas and about the loads for a service or feeder with regards to EVSE. In fact, this episode may help clear up some confusion on some basic load calculations for those EV Lovers.

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electric...
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In this episode, Paul will talk about voltage drop and the requirements of VD as provided by Articles 647 and 695. However, what about the mandates in the International Energy Conservation Codes (IECC) C405.10 where it mandates an overall 5%.

Well, in this episode we talk about it and break it down. Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses ...
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In this episode, Paul was asked to comment on an installation that inspectors are forcing the installation of a green bonding conductor between the meter enclosure and the service equipment. Since a neutral is already connected at each end of this installer, as permitted in 250.142 and as required by 250.24, the question being raised is about the parallel paths for return current and the pesky objectionable current argument.

Well, o...
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In this episode, Paul was asked to comment on how Artificial Intelligence will be integrated to the contractors and tradesman in the field. In this episode, we dig into why AI Technology is going to make your job easier in the field. Why, because those time sensitive questions are answered in a fast and reliable way. The TRADES are going to fall in love with TradeHog.

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Aca...
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In this episode, Paul will talk about his all-time hero, other than his father, Mr. Nikila Tesla. Paul takes a deep dive into what he would think Tesla would think of where we are today. Did we achieve his dreams and desires, and do we think he would approve of the way we produce energy and sell it today. Well join Paul for this great walk into the mind of Tesla.

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy,...
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In this episode, Paul will talk about all the free content available from Electrical Code Academy, Inc. From the Blogs to free mobile apps with calculators, or even free online electrical courses. In todays episode we examine the FREEBIES.

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-re...
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In this episode, Paul was asked to comment on a listener’s situation where they want to go into business for themselves but are not sure they are ready. Listen as Paul gives them guidance on being your own boss and how to look forward rather than behind. This episode will inspire you to succeed.

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses elec...
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In this episode, Paul was asked to comment on a listener’s situation where they want to go into business for themselves but are not sure they are ready. Listen as Paul gives them guidance on being your own boss and how to look forward rather than behind. This episode will inspire you to succeed.

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses elec...
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In this episode, Paul will talk about dealing with customers who are disgruntled or simply problematic. We show you how to turn it around and earn a good future customer by breaking down how to use the Soft Skills to win over the customers. This is a MUST podcast episode for anyone who works with customers in the field.

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In this episode, Paul will talk about the various methods to grassroots marketing to help grow your business and the things to think about in terms of marketing in 2025. In this episode, we deep dive into marketing tips and tricks to success.

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business...
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In this episode, Paul is asked to explain why the sizing rules for the common grounding electrode conductor per 250.64(D)(1) and how it applies when 250.66 is on the table. For example, sizing the common GEC when the grounding electrodes are ground rods. Well, in this episode you get the facts.

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses elect...
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