How To Splice Romex In Attic

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How to splice romex in attic.

If you come across a wire or romex cable that nee. The safest way to splice wires in the attic is by placing the splice inside of a junction box. These connectors can be the familiar twist on wire nuts or newer style push fit connectors. An attic that is accessible which is defined by the nec as having a permanently installed stair or ladder in place must have protection for any cables that run across the top of the attic floor joists or within 7 feet where they run across the face of rafters or studs.

I would like to add a switch and light to the existing electrical circuit wiring and not have to install more wiring and a new circuit breaker. Junction boxes and splicing electrical wiring. This is the method approved by the national electrical code nec. What is the correct and most efficient way to splice 14 2 from 14 3 that is running through my attic.