"Kevin" wrote in message
l.net...
I want to run some new circuits to my drywalled and insulated shop.

The panel (100A seperate from house with shutoff at the pole) is about 2
feet from the ceiling and the outlets are 20+ feet away and will be 4 feet
down from the ceiling. Walls, ceiling are all drywalled, taped, and
mudded and textured.

I have a pretty low slope roof so I don't think I can get over to the top
plate from the attic.

I was thinking to cut away a "bay" width of drywall so I can get access to
the top plate.

Any tips greatly appreciated. I'd really like to minimize the damage to
the drywall as it's professionally installed and textured.

Thanks,


Just make a hole where you need one. Usually a foot square gives plenty of
access space. When you are finished fasten some boards across the back of
the hole and then replace the piece you cut out. A little mud and you'll
never see the repair. They make drill bits about 4 feet long for this job.
I make a hole and drill thru a couple of studs to another hole about 4 feet
away. Then pull the wire thru and move on to the next 4 feet. If you can't
match the texture yourself get a professional to come by. It will be a
quick and easy job for him. Watch close. Shops need drywall repairs often
and you need to learn.