Bathroom Outlet Locations for Electrical Safety
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When installing a new outlet in a bathroom, how far from the water source must it be? © By: Dave Rongey |
Permissible Locations for Bathroom GFCI Outlets
[ad#block]Question: When installing a new outlet in a bathroom, how far from the water source must it be? My bathroom is approx 6 x 8.
This electrical question came from: Bill, a Homeowner from Phila, Pa
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Bill.
Bill, the outlets in the bathroom are required to be GFCI or ground fault protected and they should not be directly in or reachable while in the bathtub or shower. Because the outlets are required to be GFCI protected they may be installed at the sink area.
The Following links will assist you with your electrical question:
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Wiring Diagram GFI
The features and benefits of GFCI outlets and receptacles will give you a clear understanding of the importance why these safety devices are required by code to help protect you and your family against accidental electrical shock hazards.
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Bathroom Electrical Wiring Requirements
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You identified your project to be about GFCI Wiring, so you might find this information useful:
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GFCI Wiring
This list of articles will help you learn about the features and benefits provided by GFI and GFCI Receptacles and how they are wired.
Bill, you stated you were a Homeowner, so you may find the information found at this link to be helpful:
Do-It-Yourself Electrical
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