"bob haller" wrote in message
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feel the shock was not good advice.

We all make mistakes. (-:

meter should be used!

Do note if PEX or other non metallic pipes are use the power could
originate from a neighbor.

so the first step is turn off all power and check for voltage ........

That's an interesting idea and a way to determine if there's a fault
external to the home wiring.

The problem is that with digital meters, you can read a phantom voltage and
reach the wrong conclusions.

I think the best advice is still to shut the main breaker and call an
electrician AND the power company.

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Bobby G.