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Identify the Repair Solution: Expansion Coupling

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What happens here

The electrician introduces the primary solution for the sinking conduit: a 3-inch PVC expansion coupling. This specialized fitting is designed to be installed in the existing conduit to allow for vertical movement and prevent future strain caused by ground settlement. Before any work begins, it is imperative to ensure that the main power to the property is completely disconnected by the utility company to prevent electrocution.

Goal: Understand the necessary component for conduit extension and flexibility.

Tools and materials

  • 3-inch PVC Expansion Coupling — Allowing for vertical movement and extension of the electrical conduit to prevent strain

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right here. Over time, actually, due to land, weather, ice, and the ground, it actually caused the pipe to sink to the ground here. So, over the years, this is why this happens. This is a 3in PVC pipe. So, what we're going to do is we're going to install an expansion coupling to fix this problem. Mhm. [Music]

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