Breaker installation quote

[suemarkp]

Does an equipotential bonding grid need to be installed too? That is more time, and if you've already poured a concrete slab and don't have it (and need it), then it costs even more.

 

[petersonra]

A permit and inspection may well add $200-400 to the cost of the project by itself.

I am not going to advocate that you try and skip by that process, but it is understandable why so many people do so considering the cost.

I think you probably got a fair deal with the original price quoted.

I don't understand the guy who is letting you buy the parts. Is he giving you a list of the parts so you don't forget anything? If something is forgotten is it on his dime to go get it?

 

[Poli]

It is more a case where he mentioned that "if you have all the components already" I can install it for you. He was just trying to meet me in the middle, I guess... Again, plz do not assume that I consider that to be the best option...but it was an option.

And as far as I understand it I only need a breaker, conduit, electrical wires, and a GFI.

Thanks for your comments...

 

[growler]

Apparently, the high cost is due to the long distance between panel and the backyard (100 ft), the cost of material (e.g. GFI) and the amount of work needed (this seems a routine installation to me). Now, I am not an electrician...but that that seems waaaaaaay too much. Thoughts?

Go and price all the materials to complete this job and see how much is left over for labor.

The cables will cost more than the GFCI, Conduit and fittings , maybe 10' of seal tight and fittings. I don't know what they plan on useing but the maerials can run to $400-$500 dollars even without the permit. That don't leave a heck of a lot for labor.

Is this a straight run of conduit or are there doorways in that 100' run? A job like this can take more time than a homeowner is willing to admit. Show a materials list of what is needed and this will give a better idea of cost. We can't make said materials list without seeing the job.

 

[mjf]

You are also required to have a disconnect outside within sight of the hot tub. Hot tubs and electricity can be extremely dangerous. I strongly recommend a permit, a professional installation and an electrical inspection. From your material list it sounds to me like the installer you've spoken to is not going to do an installation that would pass an inspection.

 

[electricguy61]

You are also required to have a disconnect outside within sight of the hot tub. Hot tubs and electricity can be extremely dangerous. I strongly recommend a permit, a professional installation and an electrical inspection. From your material list it sounds to me like the installer you've spoken to is not going to do an installation that would pass an inspection.

Not required on residential spa's 680.41 (2008 NEC)

120v/15 or 20amp GFCI protected receptacle required not less then 6ft and no more then 10ft from spa is required 680.43(a) (2008)

 

[Dennis Alwon]

Sorry but this is become more of a how to. As George stated in post 2- get some other bids.

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