..and I wouldn't want them to. I guess that was part/most of my question, just didn't word it well. If they can get in trouble for this type of thing, I'll not attempt it. Now off to get everything closed back up before someone notices... :D
I'm working on a major home renovation and am debating calling an electrician for advice. Nothing I'm doing is going through permits, except for new HVAC system and pool renovations, and this 40 year old house has tons of unpermitted work already. This is typical of all houses in this area...