Compared Romex vs BX cable in my own basement reno last month

I ran about 200 feet of Romex in the first half of my basement project and then switched to BX for the second half after the inspector made a comment. The BX was way easier to pull through tight holes and I didn't have to staple it as much since it holds its shape better. Anyone else find one type way easier to work with in tight spots?

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zara44727d ago

Romex is fine for long straight runs but BX is king in tight spaces no question. I had to fish up through a 2x4 stud bay last month and the BX just held its curve while the Romex kept flopping around like wet spaghetti. That self supporting shape saves a ton of time when you're working solo in a crawl space or attic.

hollyramirez27d ago

Did you end up having to use any kind of anti-short bushing on the BX where it went through the studs? I swear I spent an extra 20 minutes trying to get those little plastic rings to stay put until I just gave up and used electrical tape (which is probably wrong, but hey).