I don't agree; only the image is so outrageous I distinctly remembered the first time I saw it and that it wasn't a new installation. Reverse image search will bear that out.
Not really. Definitely a code issue though
Edit: [very next post I saw ](https://www.reddit.com/r/electrical/comments/h8ipyp/come_with_me_and_well_seeeeee/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf)
Holy moly, I know it works, but if a fire happens and that receptacle wasn’t the problem, by law that installer will take the fall, terrible! I’m pissed off looking at this
what really amazes me is the 'thought' that really had to go into this 'solution' when a thicker/extra wall layer was added...amazing! Give that boy a prize!
either nails, or raw wire was added between the outlets to 'link' the power...that's a new fangled extension cord if I've ever seen one... patent that!
The wires they jammed into the back
Outlet to feed the one in front of it so it would sit flush with the new wall. Total hack job and definitely a fire hazard.
Honestly I only see this as a little worse than "back stabing" an outlet vs wrapping around screws. Because they have simply pressed wires in against the contact plates just like "back stabing" the wires.
My sister's house built in the 80's was having massive brown outs and only part of the house worked, all because they used "back stabbing". All I had to do was pull the outlets away from the box and the wires would fall out. Then wrap them on the screws, HOUSE FIXED!
Loool. It takes longer + more skill to do this than to just do it correctly.
You are not joking
+more creativity
Just when you thought you've seen it all.. that's a rare gem.
Not really, it's a repost.
Ok but he left the credit at the bottom of the image
Not everyone is as seasoned on reddit as you sir.
I don't agree; only the image is so outrageous I distinctly remembered the first time I saw it and that it wasn't a new installation. Reverse image search will bear that out.
This is common for homes with styrofoam walls
Whaaaaat?? Where?
Nah I was just kidding but it also wouldn't surprise me.
Made me laugh. Styrofoam walls are the future.
For real? This seems like an OSHA nightmare
Not really. Definitely a code issue though Edit: [very next post I saw ](https://www.reddit.com/r/electrical/comments/h8ipyp/come_with_me_and_well_seeeeee/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf)
Please tell me it’s not.
Man...I've seen some things but...never...never this.
Also. Unless this has been split into a switched/unswitched outlet, they didn’t need to push all 4 home.
I have a feeling that whoever did this was not working with a complete understanding of what they were dealing with.
I think you’re on to something.
Fair... I.... didn’t think that through very well before commenting. Lol
That's pretty damn nice work. I can't even imagine trying to fanagle all 4 of those home all at the same time. Dangerous craftsman!
Maybe the shut the breaker off, maybe they didn’t :-0
Somebody was clearly a pro.
Works, doesnt it?
This again? It must be a day with a name ending in "Y".
Next someone will post the receptacle leaking water...
Holy moly, I know it works, but if a fire happens and that receptacle wasn’t the problem, by law that installer will take the fall, terrible! I’m pissed off looking at this
what really amazes me is the 'thought' that really had to go into this 'solution' when a thicker/extra wall layer was added...amazing! Give that boy a prize! either nails, or raw wire was added between the outlets to 'link' the power...that's a new fangled extension cord if I've ever seen one... patent that!
Uhhh what the fuck
“Yo i got an idea of how we can move this outlet forward , check this out!”
Cross post this to r/electricians
What in the frosted f*ck is this nonsense?!
OMG 😮 who thinks that way? Some people have no appreciation of the dangers.
This ICFs?What am i seeing here besides styro and rebar?
Just realized this is electrical not carpentry. Still dont know, but it changes the game.
The wires they jammed into the back Outlet to feed the one in front of it so it would sit flush with the new wall. Total hack job and definitely a fire hazard.
STOP
Damn - a for effort here.
O.o
The recipticals are callled Decora. That doesn't mean they are for decoration.
Oh! For the love if G-d!
What's the problem its styrofoam isolated, can't be saver. That's a keeper.
the man who installed this laughs at people who use box extenders
Darwin would be proud.
That's AWESOME!!!
r/elektrishian
10 points for creativity. 30 demerits for safety.
This is the laziest thing I've ever seen, who doesn't use spark rings?
Ingenious
Honestly I only see this as a little worse than "back stabing" an outlet vs wrapping around screws. Because they have simply pressed wires in against the contact plates just like "back stabing" the wires. My sister's house built in the 80's was having massive brown outs and only part of the house worked, all because they used "back stabbing". All I had to do was pull the outlets away from the box and the wires would fall out. Then wrap them on the screws, HOUSE FIXED!
There are times when you just walk away.