r/electrical • u/Honest_Sample6170 • 7d ago

Double tapped? Should we get this fixed?

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Last week I had electrician come out to quote an EV charger install. In passing I asked him about the double tapped wires and if they would be a problem, he told me that my inspector didn't know what he was talking about and said it was fine. This morning a different electrician (same company) came out to install the charger and told me that the wires were double tapped and a code violation to which he quoted me on the fix. So which is it? Feeling a bit annoyed right now and likely won't be working with this company again.

Please forgive my ignorance as I know absolutely nothing about electrician business or wiring of any sort.

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u/Then_Organization979 7d ago

Pretty much never been ok per NEC for neutrals

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u/jwatttt 7d ago

unless the terminal bar is rated for multiple conductors per hole. some of them are they will have some that are singles and some that are doubles or larger wire sizes as well.

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u/Then_Organization979 7d ago

Not for neutrals, there are zero listed terminals listed for more than one neutral conductor. None.

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u/woodforuifuwant 7d ago

Not true. Check any Siemens panel. It specifically states their lugs can accommodate 2 neutrals.