How to Fix Damaged Buried Electric Wire - Cheap & Easy

Wire damage can be one of the most difficult repairs you can have when dealing with an underground wire until NOW. See the easiest way to repair underground wire damage, CHEAP & EASY if you know the trick for perfect results. Forget Wire nuts, Wagos & Electric Tape.

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[Syrax]

I just want to say thanks. I became a homeowner again 4 months ago. Between plumbing, tubs, boilers, and now a well pump. My google searches keep bringing me back to you on how to do repairs. Thank you for to the point, easy to follow videos.

[jhans]

Thanks for the video. A few comments, 1)Be careful with open blade tools so they don’t cause a “line of fire” accident. 2)Clean the outer wire covering prior to “parking” the heat shrink tube. 3)When using a flame to shrink the tubing never touch the flame to the tubing and always keep the flame moving to avoid overheating.

[billhandymanbill]

Great video! Yes, this kit works great as the electrician used it to fix my neighbor's post light next to the driveway. By the way, depending on the circuit, you may only have 3 wires (hot/black, neutral/white, ground/bare) instead of 4 wires (4th being red) so this kit will work fine with 4 or 3 wires. As discussed by others, NM (regular Romex) is not permitted in the ground as it has to be UF (Underground Feed) as it has a thicker outer plastic jacket to protect against water and damage.

[gullenator]

Granted this method would work on other wire types too, but Romex should not be buried underground. It would have been better to use UF or underground feeder cable for this example.

[portaadonai]

Im an electrician and hardly ever learned anything from YouTube about electrical, but this video really reminded me of some important lessons and options that I might use in the future

[herco]

Thanks for putting out all these interesting videos. Always look forward to your next one.

[shaunhall]

I loved my electronics class back in Highschool! This takes me back to the glory days back in the 80's! I built my first computer from a kit, the Sinclair ZX81 with 1k of memory! We have come a long way! Now I'm interested in playing with Raspberry Pi... What kind of trouble can I get into now? ;).

Thank you so much for having this channel!

[jimb]

That’s a clever fix. I’m guessing many direct buried cuts aren’t going to have the slack for a single spice fix. Glad my wire to the pool is in conduit. Also helps that I know where it’s buried.

[beebop]

That's pretty slick, I like that. I've always used the 3M epoxy kits underground but I don't deal with power wiring very often. Most of the time it's signal wiring. I'll certainly be looking these up in the future if I have need of them though!

[plightn]

Nice, just like with soldering don't forget to put on the shrink tube before starting to tighten down the second end of wires. I feel like I do every time because I hyper focus on the task of soldering.

[OldAndGettingOlder]

Nice. I didn't know this repair kit existed. Good to know as I have multiple outdoor outlets. Fortunately I haven't hit a wire....yet.

[imaramblins]

Gotta love the tip "make sure you match up the wires" (when connecting the other side of the splice...)

I know. It HAD to be said. 😅Otherwise... Make sure you're looking away from the box when you flip that breaker back on.

[ThePellyCanToo]

I do this type of work for my day job & I'm curious if the instructions say anything about cleaning, then abrading the outer insulation on the cable? Because that gives a better surface for the glue to adhere to, which helps to keep moisture out.

[theroadglider]

I'm officially a subscriber... Thanks for the simple repair ideas

[herco]

Thanks for all the interesting videos. Always look forward to them.

[lilmatt]

stripping wires always looks easier on a work bench and through a screen than while stand on a latter (or in this case) on a wire thats barely sticking out of the ground.

[The_Good_Life_starts_today]

Excellent video. Thanks for taking the time!

[woodsmanforlife]

I am glad I found your channel. Thanks for sharing!

[jonnyive]

Great tutorial you explained it very clear and very precise excellent job sir 👍👍

[scottmurphy]

People are shocked when they find out I am not a good electrician lol