Running Wire Through Metal Siding

A loop provides extra length for minor repairs or rerouting later.

Running wire through metal siding.

With an enormous amount of pvc sizes and fittings you can run electrical wire outside and up a tree should you choose to. Use wire stripped to strip 1 2 inch of insulation from each individual wire. Do this by running them through metal conduits. A favorite target of electrical inspectors is the improper use of non metallic cable nm in exposed locations such as basement foundation walls or along the face of studs and joists in unfinished framed spaces.

It also forces water to drip off the cable rather than follow the cable into the wall. Running wires inside rigid metal conduit rmc is a little more expensive than burying underground feeder cable uf but it saves labor. A bushing seals around the cable and protects it from the sharp edges of the siding. Fasten the cable with clamps.

Old wiring can present a fire hazard but is extremely expensive and complicated to replace. The national electrical code which is the basis for all local building codes has specific regulations for installing electrical wires so that they are protected from damage. This is because the top edge of rmc has to be only six inches below the surface of the ground while uf must be buried 12 inches deep deeper in some situations. Use cable clamps to hold wire.

One method is to run individual wires. Metal naturally conducts electricity so to safely run wires through a metal building you have to protect the wires from wear. Cut a separate piece of cable about 6 inches long. Using metal conduit means less digging.

Rather than tear out walls or spend weeks fishing. The metal siding has a electrical conduit penetrating the tin vinyl board and batten siding on the east west north south wall exposure yada yada the main conductors are insulated so we see no concern. There are two ways to run electrical wiring on the exterior walls of a house or other structure. To prevent electrical shock properly grounding your electrical system is important especially in a metal building.

Remove the sheathing and strip 1 2 inch of insulation from the end of the black wire and white wire. The metal opening is 1 4 1 2 inch wider than the 2 5 3 inch conduit allowing weather to infiltrate area. Step 1 drill a hole through your structure where you will supply your power.