I know he is good because he cut drywall’s away from studs lol. Only a good electrician can get away with that and just be like “I, not a drywaller”. This man deserves his bucket to sit on and tie wires, get him a rolling fan that follows him lol. I’m joking of course, as we all,do in the trades. The electrician usually works in the AC, HE DOESNT NEED A FAN. Anyway. I done a bunch of these, probably 1000s, they do not require a lot of knowledge and are very profitable. I get $25 Labor to do outlets usually. Easy way to make $600 in a day sometimes.
The best part of these is that when he's actually teaching its all really well explained and buttoned up, but the second he stops talking about electrical work he starts dropping f-bombs. My kind of teacher.
Do F-bombs make it more coherent for you? I wanted to have my 7 year old son watch these so he can help with our rewire but have to find another youtuber to explain without the unnecessary language. Yes, dustin is good but I want the kid to think that tradespeople are capable of expressing themselves without pointless swearing. Good stuff though for adults.
@@ssparko7776 I see what you're saying. I don't think he made the content thinking that a 7 year old would be watching. That said, I thought it made it more relatable and funny to watch. Is it appropriate for a 7 year old? Probably not. Maybe tune into something like the This Old House channel for that. They do good job.
@@ssparko7776 I totally agree . If you use the F-bomb word as a noun, verb, adjective , preposistion then that just makes the person an ignorant F-bomb head. I wonder if he talks like that to his mother and father ? Maybe to his wife and kids ? This presentation is a couple years old and in current presentations maybe someone informed him to not use the F-bomb language , at least let us hopeful .He is a decent teacher though .
@@ssparko7776 first of all...I would question having a 7 year old go anywhere near a rewire... That, along with these videos are adult orientated. if ya'll are that upset about the f-bomb....then get the fuck out and find a channel geared to kids for re-wiring houses and commercial....good luck! LOL
I am an architect that believes it is important to know and be able to duplicate the skills of the tradesmen that we work with. Your videos are easy to understand and are given in terms that the layperson can understand. You have the ability to translate the engineering theory into plain English and I appreciate that. I also appreciate finally knowing that the little holes on my ancient Ideal T Stripper are for bending hooks!!!!!!!
Keep up the great work. I am not an electrician but every industry needs people like you; people that pay attention to detail and do work the right way. Thanks for the video.
Im digging your philosophy on picking up after yourself it's always good to be clean as you do your work clean.. as for the receptacles for the ground not touching the hot or the neutral side of the terminals I work as a commercial electrician 4 year Apprentice and I always wrap electrical tape around the contacts just for that reason so that there is no contact to the terminals.
The fact you are telling guys to put wires straight and looking all perfect and nice further confirms I’m watching the right videos. Same with your trash box mention. I can’t stand sloppy or lazy work. You take pride in the work you turn out and it shows. I’m not even in this field and I’ve learned a lot, so thank you. 😂 you’ve also made me go nuts over the prior that built the house I live in because you can see the spots they cut corners like not leaving enough wire when I open something up to replace a switch or plug.
Watching this, one can really sense the appreciation and respect for the trade that you have. It's not just a "get it done and over with and get paid" sort of situation. You're a master, and you became a master through hard work, ceaseless practice, and a desire to never settle for "eh, good enough." I'm not sure if that's learned or natural, but it's commendable, and I respect you for it.
As a new apprentice I can NOT get enough of your videos.I got to replace my first box yesterday (outside of community college). Not gonna lie, it was exciting too.
You and I were cut from the same mold when it comes to making the job neat, secure and safe. However, I always run electric tape around my receptacles and switches as an extra precaution. I even tape my wire nuts. I am surprised you chose not to do it. Your videos are excellent with many very helpful tips and tricks of the trade. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I wish more electricians were like you. I don't know how many times I've gone to a site, and after the electricians are done, their mess is just lying on the floor. Having a trash box isn't so difficult. Anyway, great videos, especially the part with the extension cord that "doesn't exist".
After so many years of diy I finally learned how to put the proper bend on the wire. Spent so much time trying to use needle nose pliers and fighting to get the wire around the screw. That was the best tip for me. Thanks!
Thanks for the videos, I have taken on the job of wiring my own house for the first time. The inspector can't believe the way it looks. I've never wired a thing before now. I've just followed your videos and passed inspection. Thanks again.
I have recently begun electrical work and watching these install videos has helped a lot My boss I’ve been doing side jobs with told me my works looking cleaner and was stoked I knew things coming in
Thankfully you take time out of your day to explain how things work and should be per NEC code, meanwhile I'm paying for courses with some instructors not wanting to answer specific questions. Good stuff!!
I’m so glad I found your channel, I work as an Apprentice , I have no experience whatsoever, I’ve watched many other videos, I like how you explain everything so simply, thanks man 👍🏼
Yo Justin! I just started my apprenticeship, out of a small private company! I’m 23 years old and have been watching your videos for almost a year now. They’ve really helped me with the verbiage and made me really comfortable. Thanks man.
I have the hardest time with pre-twists. I don’t know why and I’ve yielded to using wago as it’s clean and changeable. The other thing is folding wires in a box - especially with 12 gauge. You guys make it look so easy.
You are a phenomenal teacher. I hope the guys that will be training me for the next 4 years are half as great as you, and I really hope they are patient. I’m switching careers at 35 years young. I’ve been a chef for the past decade and worked in kitchens for 20 years. I’m excited, nervous, and trying my best to be confident that I can do this drastic life change. I have a great work ethic, but learning a new trade at this age seems more difficult than when you are 18 and your brain has more plasticity. I feel more responsible, but have anxiety about not being able to pick up new skills fast and efficient as my master or journeyman would like. I’m going to try my best. These videos help take an edge off. Thank you
You will do great! I switched careers after 25 years in Human Resources to Nursing, became an RN, and at age 50, got a MS degree and everything. I am doing good, never looked back. You are much younger than me. You will do just fine, just keep focused on what you want and don't ever look back. It is so much fun to completely change careers, learn something new and apply it so well that you can support yourself/family. Congrats and enjoy your new journey! 🥰
I havent even started as an apprentice but im convinced this is the industry im going into. I am a "32 hour classroom apprentice." haha. no field experience yet. Interview next month! Love the videos
I've got my test on may 7th, hoping to learn as much as I can through these and hoping I nail the interview if I get to that stage. Curious how you are liking it so far?
@@LèndonGMS best of luck dude. Everything I've heard on various job sites from guys in all trades says sparky work is where it's at. Definitely what I want to do as well. 👍🏼
Your bad ass!! Be a pleasure to work with you. Been a painter/carpenter for the past 20 years. Now I work for an electrician and doing heat pumps aswell. Your teachings are very intuitive and well put!! Thank you!!
I'm about to enter an apprentice electrician program. Thank you so much for these videos. I'm re-evaluating my electricity knowledge and expanding on it with your videos. Thank you!
New listener here. Been in hvac trade abt 5 years and even tho we stress low voltage control wiring, we skim thru line voltage. All I know is that it gives my step down transformer power. Lol. Loved video very informative in a fellow coworker vibe. I’ll be liking all vids
Like the tip regarding using the stripper hole to make the hook. I was taught to use my needlenose, but it's been 30 yrs since I first took electric in school.
I'm loving this so far I'm seriously thinking about beginning the process of learning this even if it's just on the side cuz I'm actually a trucker by trade and make pretty decent money but I find electricity absolutely fascinating
Great vid Man! The only tip I didn't hear was to point the wire end caps upwards to prevent any water from polling in them. Almost never happens, but if your roof leaks or you have a problem with condensation in the walls, it can help prevent a short. Keep up the good work. You can wire my garage anytime.
Hey man you're work so great man!!!! I like the manner how you work Thank you very much... In a couple hrs waching your vídeos, l've been learn a lot.... Thanks....
I love how your explaining everything, the do’s and don’ts then at the end of the video in the background you see romex wire stabbed into an extension cord 😂😂 love your videos! Keep em coming!
Did anyone notice that this guy has wires hooked into the extension cord around 25:53? That's funny! Good work explaining this to a woman trying to wire her whole house and you are very understandable. THANKS!
I know this is a couple of years late, but I just have to say, you do a great job on your videos. There are tons of how-to videos on electrical topics that are trash. They are often made by non-electrician handy men, and sometimes it's clear that they don't know what they're talking about. The bad thing is sometimes it's not so obvious, and their bad advice sounds OK. To have a master electrician explaining things clearly, and explaining the code is priceless. I'm just a home handy-man, but I want to do things right. I know that if I screw up on electrical work it could cost a life, so I try to find good information. When a real electrician comes, I watch and ask questions. Some of them are cool with that, others find me hopelessly annoying, but I've learned a lot that way. You Tube is really valuable, once you sort out good instruction from the garbage. Thanks so much for these vids.
Hey Dustin, I’m a new subscriber. I came across your videos because I was looking for advice & instructions on how to wire a shed. I’ve never played with electricity before,...I just completed the install for 2 interior lights, 2 exterior lights, and 4 plugs including an exterior GFCI.. I brought power from the main panel and installed a new 20 amp breaker. Thank you for your videos. They were very helpful!!
Starting my 6 weeks training at this trade school this upcoming Monday then go off with my apprenticeship and I just wanna thank you for the educative and informative videos you have for others and my self 👍🏽 keep up the good work!!
Good videos. I went to a industrial electrical school about 30 years ago and never did anything with. Had a chance to get in the electrical union outside D.C.. Not a week goes by that I don’t regret it. i Work in the natural gas industry now making good money but boy I would have loved to have been a electrician.
Thank you Dustin. Been following you for some time now. Thanks for passing on your knowledge. Always wanted to learn a trade. I'm in my 50s. Proves can always teach an old dog like me a new trick,
Great video. While I knew most of what you were explaining, just explaining the little hole in the stripper that curves the end of the wire was worth the price of admission! Look forward to watching and learning more. thank brother!
I always put the hot wire on the lower terminal on the switch. When wiring a three-way, the hot wire has to go on the bottom anyway. It saves me re-thinking things every time I wire a switch. When making button-hooks on the end of the wire, I bend the hot wires up and the neutral wires down. Screws tighten clockwise and you don't want your hooks spreading when you tighten down the screws.
Lots of good tip to make the job easier. Unfortunately I was lazy and kept most of my tools locked in the back of my truck. I had the little Kline pouch. Linesman pliers, dikes, needle nose, 6in1, tape measure and of course the little T chain for some Scotch 33+ to dangle from. Carpenter's hammer in my pants loop and folding knife on my belt. What brings this up, unless I had a ton of stripping to do the good old 4" knife worked wonders. I would strip everything to length I wanted then cut the exposed wire to length with dikes. If a loop was needed I gripped the tip of the wire with the point of the pliers and gave a twist. Watching this brings up good memories. THANKS!
I like that you have some extra cable in the wall , it can be a real help if you have to go back later and make changes . Some homeowners just have to keep adding and adding ! You really need to use insulated staples .
Yo McGregor, i mean Dustin. Hey Bro I appreciate the instructional videos and extra tips. To who ever has not learned or actually watched an entire video. You are a sucker. This dude knows his shit and actually makes it interesting and funny. 100% real. Yo Dustin fix that damn MIC man. Bluetooth!!!
Hey Dustin - love your show! I have a request... Could you please post a tutorial on how to install a NEMA 14-50 Tesla charger outlet at home? It seems totally doable after watching some other videos, but I’d really love to hear you explain it. You’re easy to listen to and I like the amount of detail you go into. Thanks!
Ok so this is only my 3rd video of yours but I can definitely tell you know what you're doing, I like your work and it's clear you take pride in it. Nice channel brother
Glad to see you back Dustin! Dude, seriously, you're my hero! Dude, if you ever start a cult, I'm down! LMFAO. Seriously though, it's good to see an every day guy being the best he can be every day! Well done my bro, thanks for keeping on keeping on!
Appreciate the vid, would've liked if you mentioned what terminal to wire to, if both receps had power, kind of detailed stuff but I'll figure it out. Thank you for the vids man, it's huge for me
I like everything about your UA-cams. I am learning more than I can believe. I do have one suggestion and it is based on the fact that you have an outstanding vocabulary and are very articulate. My suggestion is to reduce the profanity as it does not add it only takes away from your outstanding work here. Thank you.
One of my habits is arranging boxes in certain order for the knockouts. I like all incoming hots closest to the stud on a switch box and wires in receptacles arranged where I know which way to go when tracing out issues when we power up for the first time.
That's a very good habit. I do that as well. My holes tell me which direction I've come from. I know guys that do hots on the inside and legs on the outsides in all 2, 3, and 4 g boxes, and some that just do hots closest to the stud no matter what size box. As long as you know what you do, and you do it every time, I say any method is a good method.
Good videos man. I'm an aspiring electrician.... your 45 degree angle for the strippers had helped me out. Still trying to master it though! Keep up the videos. Enjoying them quite comical too
My man cut a hole in his wall and had to explain it to his wife all for the sake of passing on knowledge.
What a hero.
for real. cracked me up
😂
Gotta be worth a like! Done!
I know he is good because he cut drywall’s away from studs lol. Only a good electrician can get away with that and just be like “I, not a drywaller”.
This man deserves his bucket to sit on and tie wires, get him a rolling fan that follows him lol.
I’m joking of course, as we all,do in the trades. The electrician usually works in the AC, HE DOESNT NEED A FAN.
Anyway. I done a bunch of these, probably 1000s, they do not require a lot of knowledge and are very profitable. I get $25 Labor to do outlets usually. Easy way to make $600 in a day sometimes.
@@buk6708 how do you find those jobs that are piece meal?
The best part of these is that when he's actually teaching its all really well explained and buttoned up, but the second he stops talking about electrical work he starts dropping f-bombs. My kind of teacher.
Do F-bombs make it more coherent for you? I wanted to have my 7 year old son watch these so he can help with our rewire but have to find another youtuber to explain without the unnecessary language. Yes, dustin is good but I want the kid to think that tradespeople are capable of expressing themselves without pointless swearing. Good stuff though for adults.
@@ssparko7776 I see what you're saying. I don't think he made the content thinking that a 7 year old would be watching. That said, I thought it made it more relatable and funny to watch. Is it appropriate for a 7 year old? Probably not. Maybe tune into something like the This Old House channel for that. They do good job.
@@ssparko7776 I totally agree . If you use the F-bomb word as a noun, verb, adjective , preposistion then that just makes the person an ignorant F-bomb head. I wonder if he talks like that to his mother and father ? Maybe to his wife and kids ?
This presentation is a couple years old and in current presentations maybe someone informed him to not use the F-bomb language , at least let us hopeful .He is a decent teacher though .
F yeah 🤣
@@ssparko7776 first of all...I would question having a 7 year old go anywhere near a rewire... That, along with these videos are adult orientated. if ya'll are that upset about the f-bomb....then get the fuck out and find a channel geared to kids for re-wiring houses and commercial....good luck! LOL
I am an architect that believes it is important to know and be able to duplicate the skills of the tradesmen that we work with. Your videos are easy to understand and are given in terms that the layperson can understand. You have the ability to translate the engineering theory into plain English and I appreciate that. I also appreciate finally knowing that the little holes on my ancient Ideal T Stripper are for bending hooks!!!!!!!
Keep up the great work. I am not an electrician but every industry needs people like you; people that pay attention to detail and do work the right way. Thanks for the video.
I agree 100%, very detailed and technical!! 👍
Im digging your philosophy on picking up after yourself it's always good to be clean as you do your work clean.. as for the receptacles for the ground not touching the hot or the neutral side of the terminals I work as a commercial electrician 4 year Apprentice and I always wrap electrical tape around the contacts just for that reason so that there is no contact to the terminals.
You took the words out of my mouth...i do the same..
@@torodaman I was thinking we don't use electrical tape anymore? I guess it is optional.
@@geoffrey4253 only thing is, electricians don’t call it electrical tape. We call it black tape
The fact you are telling guys to put wires straight and looking all perfect and nice further confirms I’m watching the right videos. Same with your trash box mention. I can’t stand sloppy or lazy work. You take pride in the work you turn out and it shows. I’m not even in this field and I’ve learned a lot, so thank you. 😂 you’ve also made me go nuts over the prior that built the house I live in because you can see the spots they cut corners like not leaving enough wire when I open something up to replace a switch or plug.
I could not have said it better!!! My thoughts exactly! 👍
Watching this, one can really sense the appreciation and respect for the trade that you have. It's not just a "get it done and over with and get paid" sort of situation. You're a master, and you became a master through hard work, ceaseless practice, and a desire to never settle for "eh, good enough." I'm not sure if that's learned or natural, but it's commendable, and I respect you for it.
As a new apprentice I can NOT get enough of your videos.I got to replace my first box yesterday (outside of community college). Not gonna lie, it was exciting too.
If Connor McGregor would to become an Electrician *
That's was I was thinking man
Abdiel R yessss 😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂
an American Electrician.
I dead kept thinking he was mcgregor lmaoooo
You and I were cut from the same mold when it comes to making the job neat, secure and safe. However, I always run electric tape around my receptacles and switches as an extra precaution. I even tape my wire nuts. I am surprised you chose not to do it.
Your videos are excellent with many very helpful tips and tricks of the trade. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I wish more electricians were like you. I don't know how many times I've gone to a site, and after the electricians are done, their mess is just lying on the floor. Having a trash box isn't so difficult. Anyway, great videos, especially the part with the extension cord that "doesn't exist".
After so many years of diy I finally learned how to put the proper bend on the wire. Spent so much time trying to use needle nose pliers and fighting to get the wire around the screw. That was the best tip for me. Thanks!
Thanks for the videos, I have taken on the job of wiring my own house for the first time. The inspector can't believe the way it looks. I've never wired a thing before now. I've just followed your videos and passed inspection. Thanks again.
I have recently begun electrical work and watching these install videos has helped a lot
My boss I’ve been doing side jobs with told me my works looking cleaner and was stoked I knew things coming in
Thankfully you take time out of your day to explain how things work and should be per NEC code, meanwhile I'm paying for courses with some instructors not wanting to answer specific questions. Good stuff!!
I’m so glad I found your channel, I work as an Apprentice , I have no experience whatsoever, I’ve watched many other videos, I like how you explain everything so simply, thanks man 👍🏼
How have you been doing?
Yo Justin! I just started my apprenticeship, out of a small private company! I’m 23 years old and have been watching your videos for almost a year now. They’ve really helped me with the verbiage and made me really comfortable. Thanks man.
I have the hardest time with pre-twists. I don’t know why and I’ve yielded to using wago as it’s clean and changeable. The other thing is folding wires in a box - especially with 12 gauge. You guys make it look so easy.
I'm in a electrical trade school, so this video really helps me out since my instructors suck.
Just get in the field and be humble
How’s the field experience going 2 years later ? Lol I graduate in march .
You are a phenomenal teacher. I hope the guys that will be training me for the next 4 years are half as great as you, and I really hope they are patient. I’m switching careers at 35 years young. I’ve been a chef for the past decade and worked in kitchens for 20 years. I’m excited, nervous, and trying my best to be confident that I can do this drastic life change. I have a great work ethic, but learning a new trade at this age seems more difficult than when you are 18 and your brain has more plasticity. I feel more responsible, but have anxiety about not being able to pick up new skills fast and efficient as my master or journeyman would like. I’m going to try my best. These videos help take an edge off. Thank you
Good for you - you can definitely do this. Good luck to you!
You will do great! I switched careers after 25 years in Human Resources to Nursing, became an RN, and at age 50, got a MS degree and everything. I am doing good, never looked back. You are much younger than me. You will do just fine, just keep focused on what you want and don't ever look back. It is so much fun to completely change careers, learn something new and apply it so well that you can support yourself/family. Congrats and enjoy your new journey! 🥰
The quality and specificity of your instructional videos are really top notch. Thank you. They have given me a lot more DIY confidence.
I havent even started as an apprentice but im convinced this is the industry im going into. I am a "32 hour classroom apprentice." haha. no field experience yet. Interview next month! Love the videos
good luck man!!!
I've got my test on may 7th, hoping to learn as much as I can through these and hoping I nail the interview if I get to that stage. Curious how you are liking it so far?
@@LèndonGMS best of luck dude. Everything I've heard on various job sites from guys in all trades says sparky work is where it's at. Definitely what I want to do as well. 👍🏼
@@LibertyBusiness415 That's what I hear as well! Hopefully they're right haha. Good luck man!
It is the king of the trades! IBEW
Your bad ass!! Be a pleasure to work with you. Been a painter/carpenter for the past 20 years. Now I work for an electrician and doing heat pumps aswell. Your teachings are very intuitive and well put!! Thank you!!
I'm about to enter an apprentice electrician program. Thank you so much for these videos. I'm re-evaluating my electricity knowledge and expanding on it with your videos. Thank you!
DUDES AND DUDETTES ....thank you for your videos... You are a good teacher!
Hi, I really appreciate these basic tutorials, and the adult language keeps it so real. Thanks!
I am electrical engineer and I like your videos , I like the way you speak and explain things. I am from north africa
Even if I wasn’t inspired to become an electrician, your videos are extremely helpful and entertaining to watch! You’re doing a great job, keep it up!
Glad you got better audio and video equipment. Your videos are so helpful!
New listener here. Been in hvac trade abt 5 years and even tho we stress low voltage control wiring, we skim thru line voltage. All I know is that it gives my step down transformer power. Lol. Loved video very informative in a fellow coworker vibe. I’ll be liking all vids
Like the tip regarding using the stripper hole to make the hook. I was taught to use my needlenose, but it's been 30 yrs since I first took electric in school.
Great video, thanks. I stuck a fork in a 220 outlet as a kid. Wow, what a rush. It did get me interested in how stuff works.
Did your parents ground you until you learned to conduct yourself?
I'm loving this so far I'm seriously thinking about beginning the process of learning this even if it's just on the side cuz I'm actually a trucker by trade and make pretty decent money but I find electricity absolutely fascinating
Great vid Man! The only tip I didn't hear was to point the wire end caps upwards to prevent any water from polling in them. Almost never happens, but if your roof leaks or you have a problem with condensation in the walls, it can help prevent a short. Keep up the good work. You can wire my garage anytime.
🤣🤣🤣
Thanks for the tip!! Never thought of that.
I really like your video. VERY DETAIL HOW TO INSTALL A PLUG, In the field, it only takes like a couple minutes to finish one plug. Thanks a lot
Very informative, Thanks! I'm your average DIY guy and find it very useful to see how various professionals do things. 👍👍
Hey man you're work so great man!!!!
I like the manner how you work
Thank you very much...
In a couple hrs waching your vídeos, l've been learn a lot....
Thanks....
I love how your explaining everything, the do’s and don’ts then at the end of the video in the background you see romex wire stabbed into an extension cord 😂😂 love your videos! Keep em coming!
Did anyone notice that this guy has wires hooked into the extension cord around 25:53? That's funny! Good work explaining this to a woman trying to wire her whole house and you are very understandable. THANKS!
I know this is a couple of years late, but I just have to say, you do a great job on your videos. There are tons of how-to videos on electrical topics that are trash. They are often made by non-electrician handy men, and sometimes it's clear that they don't know what they're talking about. The bad thing is sometimes it's not so obvious, and their bad advice sounds OK. To have a master electrician explaining things clearly, and explaining the code is priceless. I'm just a home handy-man, but I want to do things right. I know that if I screw up on electrical work it could cost a life, so I try to find good information. When a real electrician comes, I watch and ask questions. Some of them are cool with that, others find me hopelessly annoying, but I've learned a lot that way. You Tube is really valuable, once you sort out good instruction from the garbage. Thanks so much for these vids.
The best channel for electrical help
"makes you LOOK like you know what you're doing" number one most important thing on the job no lie
Lol, first 3 months for me and feel like a chicken running around with my head cut off
As someone who did commercial building cleaning, I appreciate your mention of Secret #1
Your video are very easy to understand. You explain every step very well. Thank you
Hey Dustin, I’m a new subscriber. I came across your videos because I was looking for advice & instructions on how to wire a shed. I’ve never played with electricity before,...I just completed the install for 2 interior lights, 2 exterior lights, and 4 plugs including an exterior GFCI.. I brought power from the main panel and installed a new 20 amp breaker. Thank you for your videos. They were very helpful!!
Wached a lot of bad videos then I find you. You are the best my men!! Thank you 🙏
As a 2nd year apprentice i have limited experience specialy residential so i finde it very helpful thank you
Starting my 6 weeks training at this trade school this upcoming Monday then go off with my apprenticeship and I just wanna thank you for the educative and informative videos you have for others and my self 👍🏽 keep up the good work!!
This guy is great at his craft and takes pride in his work. Bravo Zulu
Why am I watching this? I'm not an electrician, I will probably never be an electrician, it's 1 AM and I need sleep, and yet I can't look away.
Lol, so curious myself. Maybe its because you like my stellar sheetrock cutting skills?
Lmao
Good videos. I went to a industrial electrical school about 30 years ago and never did anything with. Had a chance to get in the electrical union outside D.C.. Not a week goes by that I don’t regret it. i Work in the natural gas industry now making good money but boy I would have loved to have been a
electrician.
You are not alone. same here. 1 am and i'm here watching 30 minute electrican videos...
Ha
Thank you Dustin. Been following you for some time now. Thanks for passing on your knowledge. Always wanted to learn a trade. I'm in my 50s. Proves can always teach an old dog like me a new trick,
Great video. While I knew most of what you were explaining, just explaining the little hole in the stripper that curves the end of the wire was worth the price of admission! Look forward to watching and learning more. thank brother!
I always put the hot wire on the lower terminal on the switch. When wiring a three-way, the hot wire has to go on the bottom anyway. It saves me re-thinking things every time I wire a switch.
When making button-hooks on the end of the wire, I bend the hot wires up and the neutral wires down. Screws tighten clockwise and you don't want your hooks spreading when you tighten down the screws.
I'm pretty sure this is the best video tutorial on electricity!!!!! Thanks man! Awesome.
Thanks so much for all your videos. They've been super helpful to me and I really appreciate it!
Lots of good tip to make the job easier.
Unfortunately I was lazy and kept most of my tools locked in the back of my truck. I had the little Kline pouch. Linesman pliers, dikes, needle nose, 6in1, tape measure and of course the little T chain for some Scotch 33+ to dangle from. Carpenter's hammer in my pants loop and folding knife on my belt.
What brings this up, unless I had a ton of stripping to do the good old 4" knife worked wonders. I would strip everything to length I wanted then cut the exposed wire to length with dikes. If a loop was needed I gripped the tip of the wire with the point of the pliers and gave a twist.
Watching this brings up good memories. THANKS!
I really like how you explain everything very easy to follow.
The best educational videos I have seen!!!
Great videos man your good at explaining this but keeping the topics understandable!! I'll watch all of them.
You've taught me alot my friend i would love to see a video on running 220 outlets in your garage
I like that you have some extra cable in the wall , it can be a real help if you have to go back later and make changes .
Some homeowners just have to keep adding and adding ! You really need to use insulated staples .
Man these videos are awesome for folks that are just learning. Kudo's for you, I hope you're making that ad revenue money!
Yo McGregor, i mean Dustin. Hey Bro I appreciate the instructional videos and extra tips. To who ever has not learned or actually watched an entire video. You are a sucker. This dude knows his shit and actually makes it interesting and funny. 100% real. Yo Dustin fix that damn MIC man. Bluetooth!!!
Love your videos! Need more instructors like yourself to teach the trades!
Wish I found this channel before I started love it man
0:59 dreamy eyes. Dude I love your tips. I love how real you are also.
Hey Dustin - love your show! I have a request... Could you please post a tutorial on how to install a NEMA 14-50 Tesla charger outlet at home? It seems totally doable after watching some other videos, but I’d really love to hear you explain it. You’re easy to listen to and I like the amount of detail you go into. Thanks!
Ok so this is only my 3rd video of yours but I can definitely tell you know what you're doing, I like your work and it's clear you take pride in it. Nice channel brother
Thank you my friend!
Badass!! Have done a bunch of these but learned some killer new tricks. Thank you sir!
I enjoy these videos this is my third. I am a mostly dc technician but do have times with Ac voltage. I like the tool techniques.
Glad to see you back Dustin! Dude, seriously, you're my hero! Dude, if you ever start a cult, I'm down! LMFAO. Seriously though, it's good to see an every day guy being the best he can be every day! Well done my bro, thanks for keeping on keeping on!
Thank you for these videos and the new series. Starting my career this year and your videos are some of the best on UA-cam. 💪💪💪
You’re the man. I hope you’re doing better bro. We miss your videos!
U should make a video about going from one outlet and making a new 2nd outlet.
I just found ur channel and I love how easily u explain things!!!
Dude....you are awesome! The little tips and tricks truly help. Thanks! Keep the videos coming bro.
I like your work ethic and your teaching. I subscribed. 🥰
Thanks for the video dude. As an electrical engineer you know we don't know anything about electricity. :)
So true.
Thanks for your videos i recently got back into electrical, and all your videos have been helping me alot and im actually learning more 👍💯
Great video Bro. Thanks for explanation and clarifying many concepts. It helps a lot. Thanks again.!!!!
Enjoy watching your videos, they're very good instructions, Thanks
I am learning a lot from your videos
Thank you Matt Damon, I didn't know that you do electrical stuff.
Thank you. very helpful for those of us that are willing to learn. Keep it real.
That’s great material my man!! Thank you for helping us aspiring electricians.
You just earned yourself a subscriber! I start trade school Sept 17. Pretty excited. Always loved electrical work.
Badass my friend! Congrats
Appreciate the vid, would've liked if you mentioned what terminal to wire to, if both receps had power, kind of detailed stuff but I'll figure it out. Thank you for the vids man, it's huge for me
Black too gold, white too silver
I really love this job.
I like everything about your UA-cams. I am learning more than I can believe. I do have one suggestion and it is based on the fact that you have an outstanding vocabulary and are very articulate. My suggestion is to reduce the profanity as it does not add it only takes away from your outstanding work here. Thank you.
I like these videos better shows real side of jobs and more easy going. All videos are great but this style is much better
I love your videos man their simple and for starters
I didn't know about the hook maker on the the stripper. Nice tip!
Helluva instruction video thank you so much for taking the time to be thorough and neat! Learned a lot!
You really are a good teacher
One of my habits is arranging boxes in certain order for the knockouts. I like all incoming hots closest to the stud on a switch box and wires in receptacles arranged where I know which way to go when tracing out issues when we power up for the first time.
That's a very good habit. I do that as well. My holes tell me which direction I've come from. I know guys that do hots on the inside and legs on the outsides in all 2, 3, and 4 g boxes, and some that just do hots closest to the stud no matter what size box. As long as you know what you do, and you do it every time, I say any method is a good method.
Great videos dude...especially the switch loop video. Never understood them until I watched your episode on it!
I like how you teach electrician I am learning from professionals like you my friend I am subscribed
I love this channel so much.
Good videos man. I'm an aspiring electrician.... your 45 degree angle for the strippers had helped me out. Still trying to master it though! Keep up the videos. Enjoying them quite comical too
I was about 4 years old when I shocked myself the first time. At 44 years old I remember it to this day 🤣
You are a great teacher! Thanks!