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Electrical:
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We
had a plan of how we
wanted the home to work
electrically with switches,
plugs and lights but
we relied on Vernon
Cheek's vast knowledge
and experience of the
home electrical system
to see it through. We
gave Vernon and his
team complete and utter
control to avoid any
pitfalls in the future
with too many customer
whims.  |
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All
electrical, audio/video
(a/v) and network
wiring was run where
rafters connect and
they form an open
chase. This allows
for locating of wires
after 16" of
blown-in cellulose
is added to the attic.
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Although Vernon Cheek is experienced and capable of doing all home communication wiring, we chose to do our own telephone, networking, home entertainment, audio/video and home security system wiring. Using only industry acceptable materials for each application, even if the cost is a little higher initially. For example, many companies will use Cat-5 at 5¢ per foot vs. audio cable at 85¢. Cat-5 is not sufficient to give proper sound and performance from the home entertainment system. This is why companies with the lowest quote are not always best - it depends on material quality and installation. |
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room: From left to right - network wiring box (bearly in view) and plumbing manifold system (on OSB board) connecting to plumbing pipes through walls; HVAC supply (the returns from each room will culminate here also and one filter can be easily changed); the electrical panel and in the center of the room, the radiant floor heat tubes and chase (white tube) for bringing in water. |
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