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06-03-01, 11:14 AM

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I am adding insulation in my attic. Any problems / issues with 4 or so inches of blown in insulation covering J boxes or romex type wiring?

06-03-01, 09:43 PM

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Romex is allowed in direct contact with insulation, no problem.

Junction boxes should be raised above the insulation and try to ensure that insulation does not get into those boxes also.

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