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Re:The Feds Want to Know What the McFuck Is Going on with th... by sokoloff on Thursday September 02, 2021 @05:46AM (#28390217)
Electric DIY is not categorically “a bad idea” and particularly should not (IMO) be argued so in a pro right-to-repair argument.
Re:The Feds Want to Know What the McFuck Is Going on with th... by javchz on Thursday September 02, 2021 @08:39AM (#28391338)
I would say it's a bad idea depending on the job.

Replacing an old plug for a new one with USB, sure why not DIYit. Messing around with the breaker panel to add an electric car charger or an HVAC connection, my recommendation would be to hire a professional.

The main issue with AC electricity it's how easy is to learn the basics, and get overconfident because you got something working fast (sadly here I can talk about myself). But not knowing things like the NEC Code makes a difference, and that's when you want a technician or get into the rabbit hole of learning this deeply.

Simple details as ignoring the color code, not using the right AWG for the job, can easily cause a fire, or a hidden dangerous electric shock for future maintenance, making the installation a ticking bomb.

Again, the right to repair should not be confused with "anyone can do repairs", but having the choice of hiring a 3rd party professional to do the job (or do it yourself if you have the training) outside of the original vendor.

Re:The Feds Want to Know What the McFuck Is Going on with th... by sokoloff on Thursday September 02, 2021 @09:07AM (#28391567)
Much the same way that someone shouldn't do plumbing, roofing, or repair their brakes if they're not capable to do so, I agree that people who are incapable ought not be doing electrical work. There's no disagreement there.