Pro tip: Carry a circuit tester when you travel for work

I used to think it was overkill to bring electrical gear on trips. But last month in a rental cabin, I found faulty wiring that could have caused a fire. Now I always pack a tester, do you guys do the same?

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3 Comments

rosea683mo ago

Wait, what kind of tester do you use?

barbara913mo ago

What are you trying to test with it?

blake4282mo ago

Honestly, the tool matters less than how you use it. I just grab whatever's cheap at the hardware store, but the real trick is testing at different times of day. The moisture level in the soil can change a lot from morning to afternoon, so a single check might give you the wrong idea. You gotta get a feel for the pattern, not just one number.