Get yourself an auger style drill bit, to do those feed holes, it has a screw point that will self feed into the stud- no more pushing on the drill, the bit will suck itself right into and through the wood, less effort.
Lydia I’m sure you are making your parents proud on all your home building skills! They raised a amazing woman. Jim you got yourself one hard working super woman!
As parents we are always hoping we are making the best decisions for our children. Letting our children observe and help with what we are doing sometimes slows us down but helps our children so much. Ladely, I noticed in a previous video already knows you need a screwdriver for screws. That is so impressive.
im slowly getting ALL of your vids watched and loving them, i gave you a reply to your question regarding my finger in your newest video, the wire drill template is pure genius
Fantastic JOB on that wiring for sure. That was so cute when your dad asked you: "well did you make your template"??? The look on your face was priceless. Most women would never do 90% of the work on a build that you have done for sure. God is Blessing you ALL!!!
@@CajunCountryLivin Yup Dad's are good at that for sure. My dad had SIX daugther's and he had his hands full when it came to walking each one of us down the aisle over the years as well as opening his checkbook and he loved every one of us for sure LOL
looking good Lydia Jim is lucky to have you .and most electricians here use Auger bits not them spade bits but keep up the good work your and amazing young lady.we sure missed Jim. what kind of work does he do and your young lady sure has a little Jim mischief in her lol have a great day from ontario Canada
The blue print ruler marker , you have made for leveling off for where all the wires goes is a good idea. I will keep that in mind for the future for my self. You all doing great.
Some wood spade bits are used to countersink washers, bolts or screw heads. Some, like the HERCULES brand, are designed to pull the bit through the wood. Thank you for detailing how the wiring is laid out from switch and outlet boxes in series, then to the panel.
An old trick for setting outlet boxes is to just set your hammer against the stud with the base of the handle on the floor. The box is set right above that. If you want to speed up the marking of the travel locations for the wires just snap a chalk line across the wall at the height you need. I use a laser for my lines. Just don't forget to add the protection plates later where the wires penetrate the studs. think of what a drywall screw would do going into a wire later on. Always wrap a layer or two of electrical tape around the boxes after you attach the wires. It protects the connections and helps prevent shorts. When you are done with each aspect of the utilities, remember to take pics of every wall so you can be reminded later where things were.
Lydia, you are one hell of a woman I do not know to many women who could have done the job you did of cause your supervisor was a very big help in between her nap times she is a very funny little girl and she is always smiling it is great to see happy children your husband is a very lucky man graham Thailand
You and the timer are so cute, and funny. Jim is a very lucky man and I am sure he knows it. Just a couple of things to watch out for. Box fill, you have to make sure that you don’t have to many wires in the box. You can google how to figure what is a good number. Just remember that the switch or receptacle that goes in that box takes up a fair amount of space. Not sure how it’s done there, but in Florida and Michigan they run two, two inch pvc pipes from the top of the panel into the attic. That way you can run all the branch feeders in the pipe and allows for future wiring to drop into the panel much easier.
How you do all that wiring and look after the INSPECTOR amazes me . Luv your videos and what your building. Not missed an episode since you started. Well done. Xxxx
Good job - I bet your dad is so proud of you as we all are - Jim you have one in a million wife - I know how much she helps you - you appreciate her so much - have a great weekend !!
Hi Lydia & Jim? Lydia I don't know what to say. Jim should be so proud of you. I know I am. I miss having him there too. When you two are working together I can't keep from laughing. I thought all the past things you've done by yourself were awesome. Then you come along and surprise me again with this electrical routing. And the you did it all with the little one running all over. And you did it all with that beautiful smile. At least for us😀 Can't wait to see what you do next Stay strong and safe
Thank you so much!! I sure missed him being here too! Thank goodness it’ll be US next week!! Always appreciate all the love & support! So glad to have you rooting for us & as part of the Cajun Family🐊
Way to go Lydia another fine job even with the inspector around lol, like the other comment electrical trades use a auger bit drilling the holes works real good for that ! Have a blessed weekend
Good job on getting that much wire ran. Glad the inspector was there to keep you on track. Looking forward to seeing the outlets being put in. There sure is a lot of stuff in house walls. great job.
Lydia...you did such a fantastic job this week. You are so energetic and the hog story was soooo funny! You two are doing such a great job. I love following your progress on this beautiful house you are building on your own. I would love the opportunity to do the same!! Have a great week!!!
Amazing job Lydia! The electrical work you are doing looks really good, well organized and thought out. Well done upgrading the service box. You will be glad you did later down the road. Keep up the Great work and Have a Great Weekend!!!!
Helpful comment: It is very tempting to wire all of the outlets in one room to the same circuit (breaker). While this may be ok for some bedrooms, if you don't plan on using window air conditioners. Other rooms, especially the kitchen should have multiple circuits. Since counter outlets need to be spaced no more than 4 feet apart they should be on separate circuits so that multiple appliances can be used at the same time without overloading a single circuit. It is also a good idea to put dedicated circuits for outlets intended for Microwave ovens or cook-tops /ranges, and garbage disposals. Also remember to use GFCI outlets or a GFCI circuit breaker for any outlets near a water source such as sinks. Arc fault breakers may be required depending on the code in your area. Lydia it was very smart of you to center the holes in the studs for the wiring. If you use 1-1/4" drywall screws this will prevent the screws from reaching the wires and you will not need to put protection plates where your wires are run through the wall. You will still need those plates for the plumbing though.
I really appreciate your cable management, so many just run the wire and don't secure it. Neat install and you know where the wires are🔌. Great job running the job site this week (with a 'little' help). It did look powerfully warm in there. 🥵 And a proper bit can save your whole day. Happy pigging 🐷
He sure will give me a run for my money 😁😬 haha nice to see you this week Ced! See you next week & you better tell Jim his pretty too. 😉 he’s a sensitive guy 😂
omg i'm going to be posting over and over on your todays post. but i found to go from the box to your plugs and switches. that way if you have to splice you can do it at the plug instead of at the breaker box.
What you did look really good. Jim is a lucky man wilt you. My brother in law say always to my ' you are very handy for a woman. And you are also very handy.
Bravo Lydia! Kicking butt! Pro-tip: your ceiling wires can just run over the joists. No need to drill or feed through the holes. No rooms above just attic means they are safe. Keep up the awesome work! Love your challenge and dedication.
You do such an awesome job Lydia! Ladly is so freaking adorable! Jim is a lucky man to have such an independent woman! Also so he can come home to a lot of the house done, lol can’t wait till Jim comes back next week and see what you guys have in store! Pretty soon instillation then dry wall! It’ll look more like a house before you know it! So glad you guys are sharing your experience with everyone!!! Have a good weekend!
Thanks Rebecca! He loves coming home to a lot of progress! Always fun to see what all I can accomplish while he’s gone! You’re so right! Can’t wait to see WHITE WALLS! This yellow is getting old 😂
My lips are sealed Gus....just hope Jim misses this in the video. Good idea to up the panel,and cool you guys are running solar panels. Have a great weekend and a better week ahead..Jim i think its time to 🔥 up the pit,300 hog would go a long way...🔥🐗🔥
Hey Lydia. Looks like Ladly’s going to be a plumber girl 👧 You’re doing a awesome job running all those wires too. Glad Jim’ll be back next week, you make a great team. You can’t HOG all the limelight 😝 Have a great weekend y’all.
Great job Miss Lydia 😁.. Like the tree example.. Wiring is nice and clean🖒. Just got to think simple and all goes good..LOL.. Keep up the great work.. Jim is a lucky man to have a lady like you😁.. Keep chasing your dreams y'all.. God bless..
oh and i almost forgot i got a RECALL on my breaker box. it just turned out to be a possible loose or stripped Ground. mine checked out ok but before you go to much further maybe you should check to see if yours is one of them. better to be safe than sorry.
Well done Lydia on tackling such a huge (and intimidating) job so fearlessly 👍 On the subject of the old flat bit that took so much effort to use, 30 seconds or so with a small file can bring them back to life easily so don't toss them out 😉👍 Hey Jim I missed your easy going attitude and bad jokes this week you big work dodger 😉, be safe folks see you next week
Thank you! Room by room is what I kept telling myself 😁 I will be keeping those old bits & filing them. Thanks for the tip!! Don’t worry, he will sure be bringing them on tomorrow!
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Great job running electrical
We lost a roster to a hawk (we’re pretty sure) this week. Circle of life, but we are a little bit sad.
Amazing job with the electrical, Lydia.
🌟💜🌟
Helpful hint I found was to drill the holes before putting the walls together. Way faster and easier. Great job girl! Skip McCain
That would have definitely saved some time!
Great job Lydia!
Thanks Marc!!
Pretty neat to use your skills that you learn from your dad and Jerry I bet there so proud I can tell you pulled wire before nice job
They definitely help us along the way. We have learned a lot from them!
Get yourself an auger style drill bit, to do those feed holes, it has a screw point that will self feed into the stud- no more pushing on the drill, the bit will suck itself right into and through the wood, less effort.
Great job Lydia! Looking good girl!
Thank you!
Great video Lydia
Great inspector u have Lydia
Thanks Kevin!
Lydia I’m sure you are making your parents proud on all your home building skills! They raised a amazing woman. Jim you got yourself one hard working super woman!
I always found it easier to start by pushing wire through top hole then complete homerun and not put in the switch box until done.
I did that once I got the hang of it too! A lot easier! 😁
Awesome job Lydia
Thanks!
Lydia you are one hard working lady, awesome job.
Thanks Donald!
Love your show this week . What a sweet little girl,
Thanks Bill!
I think you done an awesome job tell Jim hello good video good to see you again
We sure will Randy! Where are you watching from?
As parents we are always hoping we are making the best decisions for our children. Letting our children observe and help with what we are doing sometimes slows us down but helps our children so much. Ladely, I noticed in a previous video already knows you need a screwdriver for screws. That is so impressive.
you rock girl . wiring like a pro. Good job
electrical code uses 15 gage wire for lighting ( white) , yellow is 20amp for receptacles,.
You did great job, good going. God bless.
what an incredible and intelligent woman, you have a beautiful family, congratulations. live for the rest of their lives. hugs from Brazil
Wow, looks like it is done well! Great work Lydia!
So cute!
Template or story board is always a time saver. I’ll bet your holes are 25-1/2” off the floor though
Great job!!
im slowly getting ALL of your vids watched and loving them, i gave you a reply to your question regarding my finger in your newest video, the wire drill template is pure genius
We are so happy that you are enjoying our videos Earnie! Those loggerheads really enjoy a good pinky finger for dinner lol!
Looking good girl. Getting so much done. That hog makes good eats! Next time be ready and get the smoker going. Yum thanks for sharing
Thanks Lou! For sure!
You are amising 👍Lydia. Nice Working. 👍☀️🇫🇮
Thank you Bengt!
Good job!
Fantastic JOB on that wiring for sure. That was so cute when your dad asked you: "well did you make your template"??? The look on your face was priceless. Most women would never do 90% of the work on a build that you have done for sure. God is Blessing you ALL!!!
Thank you Sandra! He sure is a great help!
@@CajunCountryLivin Yup Dad's are good at that for sure. My dad had SIX daugther's and he had his hands full when it came to walking each one of us down the aisle over the years as well as opening his checkbook and he loved every one of us for sure LOL
Super job Lydia........Jim has a great partner in you.......I'm impressed.....
Thank Ron!
Great job fastening and labeling the wiring.
Thanks Ralph!
OK, we missed you Jim....hehehe Thanks for sharing with us Lydia....
Thanks for watching!
looking good Lydia Jim is lucky to have you .and most electricians here use Auger bits not them spade bits but keep up the good work your and amazing young lady.we sure missed Jim. what kind of work does he do and your young lady sure has a little Jim mischief in her lol have a great day from ontario Canada
The blue print ruler marker , you have made for leveling off for where all the wires goes is a good idea.
I will keep that in mind for the future for my self.
You all doing great.
Glad it helped! Thanks Deborah ♥️🐊
IMPRESSIVE! GREAT JOB!
Thanks!
Very smart Lydia, you sure are a hard worker. Be very proud of your accomplishments. Hooray.
Thank you Melissa! ♥️
WOW !!!
Hope you have a great weekend Rex!
Watch out for the wild hogs
I'm not an electrician, but you killed it, Jim will be proud of you!
Thank you!
I admire and am proud of you Lydia! What you did is NOT an easy chore. Great Job!
Thank you!
You are very welcome.
Wow you got lot of that electrical work done yourself and yes I did miss Jim you to are doing a great job on your house 👍
♥️♥️
Excellently done!
Thanks Gene!♥️
Nice attention to detail with that wiring
Great work
Thanks!
Oh my you are doing awesome.
Thank you!
Awesome job!👍🏻👍🏻
🤜🤛
Dang girl u r a rock star!!! Its looking amazing well done.
Thanks Donette!
Some wood spade bits are used to countersink washers, bolts or screw heads. Some, like the HERCULES brand, are designed to pull the bit through the wood. Thank you for detailing how the wiring is laid out from switch and outlet boxes in series, then to the panel.
Great job
Thanks Jill!
You did amazing you rock girl xoxo
Thanks!!
Very professional looking, great job.
Thank you very much!!
Getting it done Lydia, great job
Thank you Luis!
An old trick for setting outlet boxes is to just set your hammer against the stud with the base of the handle on the floor. The box is set right above that. If you want to speed up the marking of the travel locations for the wires just snap a chalk line across the wall at the height you need. I use a laser for my lines. Just don't forget to add the protection plates later where the wires penetrate the studs. think of what a drywall screw would do going into a wire later on. Always wrap a layer or two of electrical tape around the boxes after you attach the wires. It protects the connections and helps prevent shorts. When you are done with each aspect of the utilities, remember to take pics of every wall so you can be reminded later where things were.
Great idea
Lydia, you are one hell of a woman I do not know to many women who could have done the job you did of cause your supervisor was a very big help in between her nap times she is a very funny little girl and she is always smiling it is great to see happy children your husband is a very lucky man graham Thailand
Thank you! I really appreciate it! She is such a sweet little girl! We love her dearly!
You are amazing
You and the timer are so cute, and funny. Jim is a very lucky man and I am sure he knows it. Just a couple of things to watch out for. Box fill, you have to make sure that you don’t have to many wires in the box. You can google how to figure what is a good number. Just remember that the switch or receptacle that goes in that box takes up a fair amount of space. Not sure how it’s done there, but in Florida and Michigan they run two, two inch pvc pipes from the top of the panel into the attic. That way you can run all the branch feeders in the pipe and allows for future wiring to drop into the panel much easier.
Very helpful Gene!! Thank you so much!
How you do all that wiring and look after the INSPECTOR amazes me . Luv your videos and what your building. Not missed an episode since you started. Well done. Xxxx
It’s a FULL time job! We aren’t kidding when we really build on nap time! Thanks for watching Alan & for all the support along the way! ♥️🐊
Good job - I bet your dad is so proud of you as we all are - Jim you have one in a million wife - I know how much she helps you - you appreciate her so much - have a great weekend !!
He sure seems to be! I don’t think it surprises him at this point. He absolutely loves it!
Thank you Lorina! ♥️ have a great weekend!
Good…Sparky Lydia.
You ROCK!!! Keep up the great work..
Thanks Perry!
Girl you did an amazing job, definitely a job done with pride and it shows!!
Hi Lydia & Jim?
Lydia
I don't know what to say.
Jim should be so proud of you. I know I am.
I miss having him there too.
When you two are working together I can't keep from laughing.
I thought all the past things you've done by yourself were awesome. Then you come along and surprise me again with this electrical routing. And the you did it all with the little one running all over. And you did it all with that beautiful smile.
At least for us😀
Can't wait to see what you do next
Stay strong and safe
Thank you so much!! I sure missed him being here too! Thank goodness it’ll be US next week!! Always appreciate all the love & support! So glad to have you rooting for us & as part of the Cajun Family🐊
Way to go Lydia another fine job even with the inspector around lol, like the other comment electrical trades use a auger bit drilling the holes works real good for that ! Have a blessed weekend
Thank you David!
Missed ya Jim see ya next week your wife did an amazing job have a blessed weekend lots of love from the Hoosier State
Thank you!
Thank you Gary for helping Lydia. Get back soon Jim. Great job Lydia.
You are the bomb, God Bless your build journey. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Lydia you're doing a great job 👏
Than you John!
Good job on getting that much wire ran. Glad the inspector was there to keep you on track. Looking forward to seeing the outlets being put in. There sure is a lot of stuff in house walls. great job.
I would like to say the inspector kept the ball rolling, but we all know that is never the case! Lol.
Great job Lady You go girl
Thanks Don!
Lydia...you did such a fantastic job this week. You are so energetic and the hog story was soooo funny! You two are doing such a great job. I love following your progress on this beautiful house you are building on your own. I would love the opportunity to do the same!! Have a great week!!!
Amazing job Lydia! The electrical work you are doing looks really good, well organized and thought out. Well done upgrading the service box. You will be glad you did later down the road. Keep up the Great work and Have a Great Weekend!!!!
Thank you David!! Have a great weekend as well!
Helpful comment: It is very tempting to wire all of the outlets in one room to the same circuit (breaker). While this may be ok for some bedrooms, if you don't plan on using window air conditioners. Other rooms, especially the kitchen should have multiple circuits. Since counter outlets need to be spaced no more than 4 feet apart they should be on separate circuits so that multiple appliances can be used at the same time without overloading a single circuit. It is also a good idea to put dedicated circuits for outlets intended for Microwave ovens or cook-tops /ranges, and garbage disposals. Also remember to use GFCI outlets or a GFCI circuit breaker for any outlets near a water source such as sinks. Arc fault breakers may be required depending on the code in your area.
Lydia it was very smart of you to center the holes in the studs for the wiring. If you use 1-1/4" drywall screws this will prevent the screws from reaching the wires and you will not need to put protection plates where your wires are run through the wall. You will still need those plates for the plumbing though.
Thanks!
I agree. In my house, the microware and the coffee maker are on the same circuit, but I can't use both at the same time without tripping the breaker.
Sounds like a perfect opportunity for some inexpensive bacon 😄 or sausage nice job on the electrical
I really appreciate your cable management, so many just run the wire and don't secure it. Neat install and you know where the wires are🔌. Great job running the job site this week (with a 'little' help). It did look powerfully warm in there. 🥵 And a proper bit can save your whole day. Happy pigging 🐷
Yes yes! 🤜🤛 thank you!!
🥓🥓🥓
estou amando esse canal, parabéns pelo trabalho lindo que está fazendo, um abraço aqui do Brasil pra vocês ❤❤❤
But great idea Lydia that is very smart. I alway say work smarter not harder. We are from Illinois too right now we live in South Elgin.
good work
Thanks Roberto!
You look prettier than Jim lol! And u r doing a awesome job and we do miss Jim alot but see yall next week and have a awesome weekend!!
He sure will give me a run for my money 😁😬 haha nice to see you this week Ced! See you next week & you better tell Jim his pretty too. 😉 he’s a sensitive guy 😂
@@CajunCountryLivin I sure will tell him😏 and I love yall videos!!
Your parents taught you well Miss Lydia, awesome job..
Thanks Dennis!
omg i'm going to be posting over and over on your todays post. but i found to go from the box to your plugs and switches. that way if you have to splice you can do it at the plug instead of at the breaker box.
amazing job
Thank you!
What you did look really good. Jim is a lucky man wilt you. My brother in law say always to my ' you are very handy for a woman. And you are also very handy.
Happy Friday Cajun Fam, Once again Lydia taking care of business while the big guy is busy working. Wiring looks amazing nicely done kiddo
All doing are part💪💪 Have a great weekend Rob!
Amazing job as always I am so impressed.
Thanks Gene!
Lydia for the win this week😂😂😎😎👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
FINALLY🙌🏼🏆🥇
Looking good Lydia great job 👏
Thank you!
You're doin a damn good job! Thanks for all the hard work and smiles! Very good idea to up the size of the panel btw 😊
Thank you!
You're making that look so simple, yet I'm here still deciding whether or not i want to wire this ceiling fan myself.
Bravo Lydia! Kicking butt! Pro-tip: your ceiling wires can just run over the joists. No need to drill or feed through the holes. No rooms above just attic means they are safe. Keep up the awesome work! Love your challenge and dedication.
Thanks!!
Awesome job girl Jimbo will be very happy you got it done Sweet your house will be beautiful 😊. anyway ✌️ from Tennessee
😁😁 hopefully it’s all right! Lol 😂
Y’all have a safe & fantastic weekend!
You do such an awesome job Lydia! Ladly is so freaking adorable! Jim is a lucky man to have such an independent woman! Also so he can come home to a lot of the house done, lol can’t wait till Jim comes back next week and see what you guys have in store! Pretty soon instillation then dry wall! It’ll look more like a house before you know it! So glad you guys are sharing your experience with everyone!!! Have a good weekend!
Thanks Rebecca! He loves coming home to a lot of progress! Always fun to see what all I can accomplish while he’s gone!
You’re so right! Can’t wait to see WHITE WALLS! This yellow is getting old 😂
My lips are sealed Gus....just hope Jim misses this in the video. Good idea to up the panel,and cool you guys are running solar panels. Have a great weekend and a better week ahead..Jim i think its time to 🔥 up the pit,300 hog would go a long way...🔥🐗🔥
Hey Lydia. Looks like Ladly’s going to be a plumber girl 👧 You’re doing a awesome job running all those wires too. Glad Jim’ll be back next week, you make a great team. You can’t HOG all the limelight 😝 Have a great weekend y’all.
She doesn’t have a choice! 😅 we can’t wait till Jim’s back to help out!!
Bahaha!🤣🐷
I would have drilled the whole a little bigger because it’s hell to run the wires threw those small wholes.
Nice job Lydia 👊🏼👊🏼… I use a Forstner bit when drilling for electrical runs it makes boring really easy …. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK ✌🏼🪚🔨🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you!! Great tip! I’ll have to check those out! 🐊🤜🤛
U can run the wire in the attic on top of the joist r rafters instead of drilling thru them
We discussed that but we may want to sheet the top of the joists for storage later down the road.
Great job Miss Lydia 😁.. Like the tree example.. Wiring is nice and clean🖒. Just got to think simple and all goes good..LOL.. Keep up the great work.. Jim is a lucky man to have a lady like you😁.. Keep chasing your dreams y'all..
God bless..
Thank you!! 🌲😁
oh and i almost forgot i got a RECALL on my breaker box. it just turned out to be a possible loose or stripped Ground. mine checked out ok but before you go to much further maybe you should check to see if yours is one of them. better to be safe than sorry.
Hi from si in uk spot on job
Hey there Si! Thank you!
I never saw any inspections. I assume everything in your house has was inspected. You guys are doing such a great job. Love the content.
Well done Lydia on tackling such a huge (and intimidating) job so fearlessly 👍
On the subject of the old flat bit that took so much effort to use, 30 seconds or so with a small file can bring them back to life easily so don't toss them out 😉👍
Hey Jim I missed your easy going attitude and bad jokes this week you big work dodger 😉, be safe folks see you next week
Thank you! Room by room is what I kept telling myself 😁
I will be keeping those old bits & filing them. Thanks for the tip!!
Don’t worry, he will sure be bringing them on tomorrow!