Chasing Out Wall For Electrical Cable

In electrical chase the channels of around 50 to 100 mm width and 50 to 75mm depth are carved in the masonry or concrete elements to place the electrical conduit and other services of house and conceal them in the walls for better aesthetics.

Chasing out wall for electrical cable.

For this diy project guide we show you the process of cutting chases in walls including brick and concrete walls using a chase cutter and then how to run your conduit and cables into the chase and then refill it ready for plastering. There are a few guidelines to be followed when chasing cables or pipes into walls. Chasing is a continuous recess within the floor ceiling and walls for the required pipe work and conduit. Electrical cables should not be found outside these zones although in many older and some newer properties they often are so if you are chasing out areas of a wall or chopping sections out this is someting to be aware of.