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Ask Paul | National Electrical Code

Paul W. Abernathy

Welcome to Ask Paul the podcast where nationally recognized electrical code experts answer your electrical code-related questions on a weekly podcast. Join us as we answer questions submitted on the www.PaulAbernathy.com website. Get answers from National Electrical Code Panel Members who give their own opinions to answering NEC-related questions. Please be sure to visit https://fasttraxtube.com and subscribe for a FREE ACCOUNT to listen to all our new podcasts starting March 1, 2024.Become a

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37:39

Master The NEC | Episode 53 | Do Your Service Techs...

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2026/01/15

This episode is powerful because it focuses on the importance of soft skills, such as communication and conflict mitigation, that all service employees need to be trained to understand the importance of Soft Skills in the Trades. The company's reputation can be destroyed by one bad service call. The results of poor people skills can undo thousands of hours, if not years of hard work, when it could have all be avoided with some soft skills training.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of

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43:34

Master The NEC | Episode 52 | Being the Best...

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2026/01/15

🧠 Being the best electrician in the world does not make you the best electrical contractor — and it definitely does not guarantee business success. In this episode, Paul Abernathy breaks down the uncomfortable truth most electricians never hear:Technical skill alone does not build profitable, scalable electrical contracting businesses. You’ll learn:Why customers don’t buy your technical ability — they buy your company imageThe difference between being a great electrician and a great electrical

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31:59

Master The NEC | Episode 51 | Overview of...

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2026/01/15

This episode is powerful because it provides an overview of a critical concept: effectively removing electrical power from a circuit or equipment and restoring it to an electrically safe condition.This podcast episode will provide a summary and overview of the 2-hour video on FastTraxTube.com, which discusses creating an Electrically Safe Working Condition using NFPA 70E and OSHA 1910.333 practices. This is a great listen before watching the video on FastTraxTube.com for an in-depth understanding of

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35:37

Master The NEC | Episode 50 | Understanding Thermal...

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2026/01/06

Certified Thermal Electrician™ is the most complete thermal imaging certification program built specifically for electricians, electrical inspectors, and electrical contractors. This video is a sample from our program lesson on Understanding Severity in Electrical Thermal Imaging.This professional thermal imaging training teaches you how to safely perform infrared inspections, interpret thermal images using ΔT analysis, apply NFPA 70B & NFPA 70E standards, and write defensible inspection reports

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36:59

Master The NEC | Episode 49 | Why Calculators Matter...

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2025/12/24

This episode is powerful because it focuses on the free thermal imaging calculators we have at ThermalElectrician.com and how they can be useful to anyone who is using a thermal camera in the field for accurate and reliable results. Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., and creator of the Certified Thermal Electrician program. Taking great electricians and making them amazingly great electricians.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc.,

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54:42

Master The NEC | Episode 48 | Thermal Imaging is full...

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2025/12/13

This episode is powerful because it focuses on when untrained thermography experts peddle fear instead of facts to gain customers. In fact, in this episode, we talk about a few examples where a contractor lied to a customer and how that very act can give the profession a bad name. There is a difference between a Thermographer and a Certified Thermal Electrician, and we set the record straight in this episode. Sit back and enjoy the show.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code

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41:13

Master The NEC | Episode 47 | Charging What You’re...

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2025/12/12

This episode is powerful because pricing is the #1 issue that destroys contractor profitability, confidence, and scalability. Episode 47 positions YOU to become the authority who understands your value and breaks free from fear-based pricing. Many contractors are working their pricing backward, using an hourly rate, and actually have no idea what their cost of doing business actually is. They fight the low-cost competition only to put themselves out of business chasing that white rabbit down the

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34:25

Master The NEC | Episode 46 | Why Most Contractors...

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2025/12/11

In this episode, Paul talks about that famous plateau that many contractors experience as they attempt to grow their business. It’s not just a mental block; it is a real limitation that will stunt your business growth if you do not learn how to overcome it. In this episode, we will dig into all these topics to help you break that limitation and strive for growth.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses

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35:56

Master The NEC | Episode 45 | The Contractor’s...

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2025/12/10

In this episode, Paul discusses the importance of building a strong relationship with your customer from the outset, enabling the cash cow to flourish and ultimately drive growth. Learn the touchpoints to building a relationship with your customer and now to retain their business in the future. This is not rocket science, but there is a proven method for building success with repeat business rather than trying to fight the lead magnet mentality to always gain new customers. You already have a

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10:47

Master The NEC | Episode 44 | The Best Ai for...

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2025/12/09

In this episode, Paul talks about how important it is to have NEC and other construction standards readily available when doing installations or inspections. In fact, making sure you are doing it right the first time sends a message to the customer that you know what you are doing and to the inspector that you are the best in the business. Without a tailored AI model designed for all trades, we can ensure you get the right results fast and accurately while in the field and on the job. Give

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61:52

Why Every Electrical Contractor Needs a Thermal...

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2025/11/30

Why Every Electrical Contractor Needs a Thermal Imaging Camera — And How It Will Transform Your Service Business. Learn more about our certification program at https://thermalelectrician.comWelcome back to another powerful episode of the Master The NEC Podcast, the show that helps electricians, contractors, inspectors, and professionals stay sharp, stay informed, and stay ahead of the curve. I’m your host, Paul Abernathy, your Electrical Guru, and today we’re diving into a topic that is transforming

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102:46

Master The NEC | Episode 42 | Ampacity of Conductors...

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2025/11/30

In this episode, Paul talks about how to determine the ampacity of single insulated conductors, such as THHN, when applying ampacity given in Table 310.16 and how to apply adjustments and corrections per 310.15(B)(1)(1) and 310.15(C)(1) for the 2023 National Electrical Code. However, these fundamental basics of conductor ampacity ring true regardless of the NEC you are using. This is a LONG podcast to prepare for nearly 2 hours of podcast instructions as Paul attempts to paint a mental picture of

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60:27

Master The NEC | Episode 41| Preparing for an...

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2025/11/29

In this episode, Paul talks about how to prepare for an electrician exam the correct way. In this episode, Paul will explain how to help have a higher rate of success on an electrical exam, as well as tips on doing better during the electrical exam and in your preparation study time. The Fast Trax® Program is a structured learning program for the 2020 National Electrical Code and the 2023 National Electrical Code. Even if you are not taking an electrical exam, we have Mastering the NEC courses as

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33:17

Master The NEC | Episode 40 | A Big Partnership is...

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2025/11/23

In this episode, Paul talks about a massive announcement and industry-leading partnership between one of the largest manufacturers of thermal imaging products and Electrical Code Academy, Inc.We are poised to actually bring a change to the Thermography World with the only Electrician Specific thermal imaging course, and how to use it in your daily world, and for special conditions. This will be the biggest partnership of our CEO’s career, and it is within 7 days of being a reality. Visit

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48:48

Master The NEC | E39 | Using QR Codes and Online...

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2025/11/09

Hey folks, it’s Paul Abernathy — The Electrical Guru from the Master The NEC Podcast.You want more local business without paying for ads?Here’s the trick — get your customers to leave 5-star reviews while you’re still on the jobsite.I’ll show you how to use QR codes — like the ones I laser-engrave on my metal hat clips — to link straight to Google, Bing, and Yelp.It’s simple, it’s smart, and it turns every service call into free marketing.Tune in to the latest episode — Scan for Success — and I’ll

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40:45

Master The NEC | E38 | The Price Isn’t the Problem —...

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2025/11/09

Welcome to the Master The NEC Podcast, where we go beyond code to talk business, professionalism, and mindset for electricians who want to master more than just conductors.I’m Paul Abernathy, The Electrical Guru, and today we’re talking about something that stops more electricians from succeeding than competition ever could — pricing fear.You’ve heard it before: ‘They’re cheaper than you!’ … or ‘I can get my brother-in-law to do it for half.’But the real problem isn’t your price — it’s your

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66:45

Master The NEC | E37 | 10 Top Negotiation Skills...

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2025/11/09

Welcome to the Master The NEC Podcast, the show where we don’t just talk theory — we talk truth about the National Electrical Code, real-world installations, and what it actually takes to be a professional in this trade.I’m your host, Paul Abernathy — The Electrical Guru — and today we’re stepping outside the codebook for a minute to talk about something that every contractor faces sooner or later:That gut-twisting moment when a customer suddenly acts like they don’t want to pay once the job is

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38:27

Let’s Ask Paul Podcast | Episode 213 | Will AI Take...

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2025/11/07

In this episode, Paul was asked the following question. Listen as Paul breaks down a question about AI (Artificial Intelligence) and how it will affect the Trades in the future and what do we think AI will take over and how it will play out over the next 10 years. We also send a message to NFPA about their BULLY TACTICS with NFPA 70, which is created by YOU the electrical community. You won’t want to miss this episode.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the

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49:07

Let’s Ask Paul Podcast | Episode 212 | So You Wanna...

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2025/10/10

In this episode, Paul was asked the following question. Listen as Paul talks about 5 steps that must be achieved to become an electrician, regardless of the state you are located in. The reason that most folks fail to achieve the dream of becoming an electrician is because they lose focus on the path. On today’s podcast we talk about the path you need to be laser focused on following if you are in your early 20’a to mid-30’s. The goal is to make your late 40’s to 70’s as pleasant as possible.Listen

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55:34

Master The NEC | Episode 36 | 2026 NEC Change about...

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2025/10/09

In this episode, Paul talks about 250.122 and how the EGC will be sized per the 2026 National Electrical Code. While I do not like this change, I will nonetheless teach it and break it down for everyone since there was a huge change when it comes to parallel raceways.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians

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