said by pende_tim:OH, one more piece of advice, mark all the wires at both ends and make a sketch take photographs/video of locations and wire numbers.
- Screws and nails will be used to install blinds and such...keep that in mind when running the wires.
- Put a small loose coil (like wrapped around a pencil) of extra wire in the stud space so that you have a bit of extra wire if you make an error (break the conductor during termination, for example)
- Ring out all the wires prior to closing the walls, and check again after the sheetrock is installed, prior to taping and texture.
- Secure the wires carefully, making sure to NOT stretch the wire taut or over staple. The wire should be reasonably snug under the staple but move easily if desired.
- Video ALL of the walls and ceiling the night before the walls get closed up. Make sure you have plenty of light, you go at an easy pace and you check the footage before leaving.
- Make a "buzz box" using a cheap piezoalarm and 6V battery. Works better than a meter if you are working alone.
Guess why I know all of these things...