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How to splice romex in attic.
If you come across a wire or romex cable that nee.
What is the correct and most efficient way to splice 14 2 from 14 3 that is running through my attic.
A pull down attic ladder does not count.
An attic that is accessible which is defined by the nec as having a permanently installed stair or ladder in place must have protection for any cables that run across the top of the attic floor joists or within 7 feet where they run across the face of rafters or studs.
The safest way to splice wires in the attic is by placing the splice inside of a junction box.
Junction boxes and splicing electrical wiring.
I would like to add a switch and light to the existing electrical circuit wiring and not have to install more wiring and a new circuit breaker.
This is the method approved by the national electrical code nec.