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How To Add An Outdoor GFCI Outlet | Easy DIY In One Hour!

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In this video, I'm showing you how to very easily install an outdoor GFCI outlet from an existing interior outlet. It's a fast DIY project for anyone that needs an exterior outlet in a new location!
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@JStouder133 Жыл бұрын

As a licensed electrical contractor, this is almost exactly what I do to add outside outlets. Great job!

@jackriley5974 Жыл бұрын

You must be from Texas too??

@JStouder133 Жыл бұрын

@@jackriley5974 Actually the other side of the country, Washington state.

@maheshkk 7 ай бұрын

Curious, is it OK for multiple outlets to be on same breaker? How would we know if we over using inside and outside outlet at same time?

@rafaellugo4164 5 ай бұрын

@maheshkk if you know how the circuit is ran, the magic number is 12 outlets per circuit max.

@heidis8713 2 ай бұрын

@@maheshkknot sure what you mean. Most outlets don't have their own breaker. Usually it's a room or two of lights/outlets that are on a circuit that share a breaker. Adding an outlet like she did is totally fine, unless you plan on running something that will overload the circuit.

@brendoncullinan5781 Жыл бұрын

GFCI "load" versus "line." I was taught that the "line" is connected to the source of the power to the outlet, and that "load" was for any additional outlets added downstream from the outlet. Now that I watched it again and listened more carefully, this is actually exactly what April said. But is so easy to get these confused, so pay heed, grasshopper, to the lady in the ARIAT threads. She knows of what she speaks.

@davidmiedema2950 2 жыл бұрын

I love the electrical inspection cat

@taradaves3096 2 ай бұрын

Sgt Sparky on duty

@johntotten4872 2 жыл бұрын

It seems the hardest part of this job was keeping your kitty out of the middle of things. Great video April.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

It really is! Thanks for watching. :)

@lesdaddy912 2 жыл бұрын

This was fantastic. As always, you show us how you're getting something accomplished with terms us DIYers can understand. Thank you for all you've given us. God bless.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Glad you found it useful.

@ricknplano1401 2 жыл бұрын

As always, love the video. I put a heat pad in the expensive doghouse I built for my two golden retrievers. One morning, heard the radio say it was 5 degrees. Looked out and my retrievers were blissfully asleep on the concrete patio, ignoring the dog house with warm pad. :-)

@Johnthedagger 2 жыл бұрын

Our Golden will go outside when it's 10 below and nap in a snowbank. Not sure how they make it through summer sometimes but best dogs ever👍

@happyzahn8031 Жыл бұрын

Dogs being dogs...haha 😁

@johnsullivan4741 2 жыл бұрын

Makes a big difference having a power source close by on the inside! Made your project easier!!!!

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Thanks for watching.

@JCWren 2 жыл бұрын

One way to avoid the risk of hitting the romex with the drill and saw would be to use an oscillating multitool.

@djamelhamdia134 2 жыл бұрын

Agree, it is the safest tool ever.

@MyClutteredGarage 2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same. Such a handy tool!

@tractortalkwithgary1271 2 жыл бұрын

@@MyClutteredGarage ,the first time I saw one of those, I thought it was a complete joke. Didn't take long to make a believer out of me.

@MyClutteredGarage 2 жыл бұрын

@@tractortalkwithgary1271 me too!

@clemsmith2253 Жыл бұрын

sorry, I couldn't hear you over the sound of my oscillating multi tool. Whadya say?

@keithwilliams938 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. April, I got it done. Took quite a bit longer than 1 hour. Your video didn’t include working around Tyvek and insulation, and the possibility of a stud getting in the way. Our cat helped too!

@curtfatherree7474 2 жыл бұрын

I've done a few of those myself over the years, and not only did I do them pretty much the same way you did, I've also done a couple that were connected to an existing GFCI on the inside. I've also done a couple where I was able to add a new circuit to power them and for those I decided the best thing was install the GFCI in the power panel. Along those lines you can also add something called 'arc fault protection' which in some cases will often trip even faster than traditional GFCI's. Something else I learned along the way was to use some painter's tape on the outside wall so you'll have a place to make any marks you need without actually writing on the wall.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for sharing and for watching.

@kpmathis71 2 жыл бұрын

One concern for summer (if TX is anything like GA), wasps! They seem to love one of my outdoor outlets; it gets a lot of sun (the untouched ones do not get any Sun). Once they move in, it's hard to open it to hit them with wasp/hornet spray, but you don't have to. Spray the clear plastic shell & let it run around & down. This "gases" them enough to make them fall out. Another dose finishes them off fast. Before the wasps move in: open the lid & stick a bit of packing tape over the hole the wire comes through @7:00. I leave it sticky side out/down and use clear tape; they haven't figured this out & around it yet. You'll have to remove it to use the plug again, but this works. I've thought about 3d printing a stopper or even trying golf ball or something. Tape + months of Sun = goo. Well done as always. Enjoy the work you do.

@crabkilla 2 жыл бұрын

Nice - I would pay attention to air sealing with spray foam in a can. These exterior electrical outlets are major air leak culprits.

@thebluelunarmonkey 2 жыл бұрын

AND BUGS!

@stevewaybright1933 2 жыл бұрын

What about that power strip ?....probably better use a cord grip and wire straight from the outlet box to the inside of the dog house

@mv-db4463 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video !!! Not an electrician so "grain of salt": 1) Attached your pigtails to the outlet first and then into the connectors inside the walls. It is easier to connect the pigtails onto the outlet in your hand than after the pigtails are already connected. 2) Only on the INNITIAL installation of he GFCI outlet, you MUST "Trip & Reset" the GFCI button to "SET" the outlet in the (LIVE) position. The GFCI outlets come factory set in the UN-set (OFF) position. 3) ALWAYS use a GFCI tester ($10 or less) after adding, replacing or working on ANY outlet. (Wires/ outlets can break, come lose or be wired incorrectly) It also verifies if you properly wired the outlets AND if the "TRIP" function on a GFCI on the outlet is working. Again NOT and electrician, but have done hundreds of electrical receptacles and switches. Hope this helps !

@MyClutteredGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely done. I kind of hate those “gate type” boxes. You can, however, open them from the inside with pliers if they have a fin. Happy dog. 😄

@allcleanenterpise 2 жыл бұрын

I always have mad respect for a lady that wears work gear and is savvy with power tools and with a electrical meter in here pocket.

@frigginpos 2 жыл бұрын

Hi April, if you put the GFCI outlet on the inside wall, it will protect the wires feeding the outside outlet (non-GFCI), as well as the outside outlet circuit. This way, if the wires get wet or go bad to the outside outlet, everything is still protected.

@robertbeltowski2819 2 жыл бұрын

Frigginpos, That is true but she will find out that the inside box is to small for all the wires and the GFCI outlet. My question is how did she end up with a 20 amp outlet......it's not a dedicated 20amp circuit. If I was to see that outlet it indicates that it is a 20amp. circuit dedicated. The circuit she connected the outlet to is a kitchen/ dinning room 20 amp. circuit. Yellow NM cable=20 amp. Also April next time you install an duplex outlet in and old work box (the one you used outside) break the 4 little ears off the corners and the outlet will not hold the cover off the wall, the box screw location is recessed for this. Great job young lady.

@davidduvall4655 2 жыл бұрын

Ahh the mandatory cat scan. You might want to invest in a non contact power detector really handy.

@brianpimental2948 2 жыл бұрын

Hi April, I have a few things. 1. Is the Gfci needs to weather resistant. 2. Today you need to ARC Fault the whole circuit now that you added off an existing circuit. 3. You must have at least 6-8” of wire from the back of the box for splices. All of these are in the NEC code book

@MrBluelock 2 жыл бұрын

1) Tamper resistant as well 2) Not required. There is an exemption for when a branch circuit is not extended more than 6ft. 3) 6" of free conductor with at least 3" being able to extend outside the opening.

@MrTarfu 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I was thinking of that as well, probably not a good thing to promote something as a how to that goes against code since most people following won't know.

@thebluelunarmonkey 2 жыл бұрын

hopefully her inspector isn't a subscriber so wouldn't know it's not original :) and um, this isn't the first time she's added on her electrical. "Oh yeah that was there before 2002" and stick with it.

@markconger8049 2 жыл бұрын

I’m no electrician but what I read is that arc fault circuit breakers are required in most spaces in a dwelling so it is likely a fairly recently built home already has arc fault protection.

@brianpimental2948 2 жыл бұрын

@@markconger8049 you are correct but, this rule took a long time to be adopted but states. Some states still have not adopted this in full.

@thewarmth2000 2 жыл бұрын

Quick tip, use a multi tool to make the cutout. Less chance of damaging any wires. I know the siding will wear out blades quicker but the multi tool is great for that rope of work.

@stevewaybright1933 2 жыл бұрын

And blades aren't that expensive

@thewarmth2000 2 жыл бұрын

I order my blades from Amazon you can get them for a out $1 each

@Lucky_22317 10 ай бұрын

I had remembered seeing this video shortly after you posted it. & now I’m viewing it because I’m going to install my own. Don’t worry my dad was an electrician for 44 years

@allenwilson9656 2 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year , April And to all the viewers 🍾 🍾 🎉 🎉

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year to you too! Thanks for watching.

@efixx 2 жыл бұрын

Lucky 🐕 Dog - heated pads!

@fritzwang6300 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent content topic April. Just two comments. Current electrical code in my area requires that the GFCI outlet on an open porch also be weather resistant. These will be marked WR or TWR. Also, I would break off the 4 "ears" on the outlet yolk before installing it in the box so that it will recess nicely. You can see in your video that they bend outward slightly. This would just give you a nicer, more professional installation.

@lordgarth1 2 жыл бұрын

Yea but funny to then plug what looks to be a cheap indoor extension into it.

@michaelmehl4024 2 жыл бұрын

I wanted to mention removing the ears, but Fritz Wang beat me to it.

@fauxque5057 Жыл бұрын

After having several outdoor gfci outlets catch fire after years of water intrusion my advice would be to move the gfci outlet inside and then use the screws to make the outside outlet also protected. Or use a gfci circuit breaker for the circuit in your circuit breaker box. But they cost more money than a typical gfci outlet.

@fritzwang6300 Жыл бұрын

@@fauxque5057 Fire?! That may be why my area now requires all exterior GFCI outlets to be weather resistant (WR).

@TomCee53 10 ай бұрын

This particular cover can also use the mounting screws for the outlet. Before tightening the outlet screws, slip the cover on using the slotted holes. Also, I would have caulked around the box for an extra air seal.

@Terry_1111 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, April. Your cat reminds me of mine - always wanting to help with any project! Hope you have a wonderful 2022 filled with many blessings and abundance! Thanks for all you do!

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@justinhittinger 5 ай бұрын

Awesome video! Quick tip: skip a step by using screws that come with the receptacles to attach the box cover the slot below where you screwed it in. Leave the screws slightly loose (or remove) slide the box into the larger diameter of the double slotted holes above and below and tighten into the smaller side 👌🏼

@CdeL-qs7cy 2 жыл бұрын

Always nice to have an outdoor outlet. The outlet itself is nice and weather proof, but the extension cord doesn't look outdoor and is positioned with the outlets facing up (so rain might be able to get into). Looking forward to your projects!

@BearCreekWoodworking 2 жыл бұрын

The push connectors are something new to me. Seems like I always learn something new from your videos April! Thanks! 😃

@bacillus9 2 жыл бұрын

Wago connectors are fast and easy but the wires can easily be pulled out/become loose and cause an arc, which is a bad thing.

@DocHemi4268 8 ай бұрын

Many places, those are against code...and i was taught - they are a big NO

@FollowHereThere 2 жыл бұрын

your cat assistant is my favourite part!

@justinwalker4506 2 жыл бұрын

Everybody has to give there NEC code tips. This is an existing, not new construction job. It is gfci protected. It is her house. She did an amazing job. That's my input. Thanks

@mikecurtis2585 2 жыл бұрын

Great job. You can always use more outlets outside. Thanks 😊 🙏

@AverageCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

You can never have enough!

@DavidShinabarger 2 жыл бұрын

This is great. What's the best way to finish waterproofing and air sealing it? Expanding foam + caulk?

@steelshade 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see the 'Inspector' checking your work.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I have to watch it. She is ruthless about infractions. :)

@uxwbill 2 ай бұрын

It seems that your cat is both of very helpful and a wannabe electrician!

@AprilWilkerson 2 ай бұрын

Yes! And a ruthless Supervisor! Ha! Thanks for watching.

@BigAlWillis 2 жыл бұрын

nice job. reading all the comments of course everyone does things different. it's adding a plug & it works that's all she needed it to do.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. :)

@michaelhenderson5098 2 жыл бұрын

Every job needs a supervisor/inspector. :) Thanks for posting. Happy New Year.

@jewllake 2 жыл бұрын

That cat....LOL it really wanted to help!

@RS-Amsterdam 2 жыл бұрын

Finally, the dogs are getting TV !!! ;-)

@arnulfob3454 Жыл бұрын

By far this was the best video that I found , thank you for the posting.

@AprilWilkerson Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

@stvcobbs 9 ай бұрын

Great video. Thank you for giving your ideas. I see your playful little kitty is your helper. My cat(s) also help me with any projects I do.

@AprilWilkerson 9 ай бұрын

Yes, Walker is quite the Supervisor. Has to be in the middle of everything. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

@tysnasty2 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for such a simple video. After watching this I’m confident I’m able able to do this exact installation. 👍🏻👍🏻

@AprilWilkerson 2 ай бұрын

Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.

@Old-Man-from-Augsburg-Bavaria 2 жыл бұрын

I wish you a happy new year 2022, may all your wishes and dreams come true, may God protect you and your family, with best regards Ernst from Augsburg / Germany

@01arron 2 жыл бұрын

Good to see you back April. I’ve missed your normal day to day jobs. Happy New Years to you and your family

@slappadabass3290 Ай бұрын

-To test a tamperproof receptacle you just have to evenly push the leads in together -Get yourself an oscillating tool -There was no need to use the extra screws to secure the box. If the hole was cut correctly the tabs work great

@kipcarroll5644 2 жыл бұрын

Just so you know for the future, April, the blue plastic electrical box with the nails on it are new construction boxes. The ones with the doors or wings are remodel boxes. Those wings slide behind the sheetrock and the screw tightens them against the back of the sheetrock. Thx for the video. I'm sure it will help many out there.

@shopart1488 2 жыл бұрын

Old work and new work, I really think she knows that. Demonstration only!!!

@davidfredman1749 2 жыл бұрын

Well done,April...and a shout out to your furry four-legged assistant, he/she's the cats whiskers

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! She was a ruthless supervisor! A real stickler for details. :)

@69virgin1966 2 жыл бұрын

I've noticed that your doggies are very spoiled. But they are definitely worth it. I spoil my dogs as well, but they are very well trained and behaved. Thanks for sharing and God bless

@jonkocen 2 жыл бұрын

I did this for my daughter so she could work outside on her back patio. Easy-peasy too

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for sharing and also for watching.

@Zogg1281 2 жыл бұрын

I know that your porch is sheltered but I noticed that you have your dog heat pads plugged into a non weatherproof extension cable, which is then plugged into your new weatherproof box...... which kind of defeats the purpose of the weatherproof box in the first place. I have seen weatherproof extension cable boxes that you could put the extension cable into which would give more protection to you and your dogs. Otherwise it's a really nicely done job. Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New Year 👍👍👍

@the0prynce 5 ай бұрын

This is fantastic. I think you just changed my life.

@yveserichot2304 2 жыл бұрын

Have a wonderful 2022! Keep your nice work & smile 😊! Thanks of sharing your thoughts & projects!

@glencrandall7051 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work April. Thank you for sharing. Have a great and safe 2022.

@phillipbetts9070 2 жыл бұрын

In our area the electrical code requires that outside GFCI outlets be on their own breaker. This may be different from state-to-state or province-to-province. Always check your local codes.

@jimzimmerman5288 2 жыл бұрын

Phil, your city has to have an ordinance in place to justify the need for a breaker on outside GFCI outlets.

@phillipbetts9070 2 жыл бұрын

@@jimzimmerman5288 Actually it's the whole province of BC, no exceptions, I just went through an electrical inspection.

@chriscutress1702 2 жыл бұрын

I love the cat demanding where his heating pad outlet was going to be located. Cat vs. Dog 2022.

@Belg1970 2 жыл бұрын

In areas where a lot of snow piles up I try to install exterior Receptacles at least 24" off the surface below. Also go slightly higher than the interior outlet when cutting it in, so as you feed the wire in from there it will be easier to grab it, and not have to twist it.

@jacobsonleland 2 жыл бұрын

April, I have been watching your you tube channel for a few years now. Their are Hundreds and Hundreds of You Tubers and Video's of a lot of the products and projects you have video's of too. But I always enjoy viewing your videos much more especially when it is something I am online trying to refresh my memory on or learning for myself not only because you are such a Beautiful woman but also because I can relate to the way that you explain in the video what it is you are doing . I think you do an excellent job of not only showing what you are working on or with well in the videos but also how well you can relate/ explain what and why you are doing it. The Being Beautiful part is a Bonus . Thank you-Laterz Leland

@catgynt9148 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this insightful video April. Wishing you and your family a blessed new year. It’s wonderful seeing your cat trying to help you with the wiring. It’s nice getting your furry kids involved in the family business. Greetings from NE Ohio near the southern shore of the Great Swamp Erie. Cheers

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Same to you!

@LogicallyInsane1 2 жыл бұрын

Avoid using an impact to tighten the screws on the receptacle. Or at least go behind with a regular screwdriver. I've found that no matter how many ugga duggas i give, the screw is almost always able to be hand tightened a little bit more. Loose connections can cause issues down the road. Otherwise good job. Only other note would be if you put both probes into the tamper resistant receptacle at the same time it'll actually insert into it. But either way works.

@jeffhenderson934 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video April, very helpful. I bought a house built in the 80’s with just one outlet for the raised deck. Just one outlet for the 10’x30’ deck. And of course it’s near the door. I just finished enlarging the deck to 24’x30’ and with my OCD I thought, “You know what the deck needs now? Multiple outlets, in more accessible locations!” (Phone charging, speakers, a place when my dad shows up with his electric ice cream churn, etc.) I’m going to follow your video, add at least 3 GCFI covered outlets, run the romex under the deck with schedule 80 pvc, and 90 degree up through the deck to the 6”x6” posts. Long story short, I want to go from the existing outlet, following what you did and continue from outlet to outlet 3 times. (Unless you tell me different. LOL!)

@jcwilkerson5563 2 жыл бұрын

Nice...it also reduces the need for extension cords for your holiday lights and much safer!

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed! Thanks for watching.

@LymanSheba Жыл бұрын

Thank you. The cat cracked me up. My pooch likes to stick his nose into what I'm doing too. 😅

@AprilWilkerson Жыл бұрын

Yes! Walker is quite the supervisor although quite critical. :) Thanks for watching.

@SoulFU2 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video April, I can't wait to see what you have in store for us in 2022!

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

@lovejones7545 2 жыл бұрын

How cool is that! Thanks April and "Happy New Year"!

@boomcity4942 10 ай бұрын

Do I need a cat as a helper? Thanks for the great video.

@AprilWilkerson 10 ай бұрын

Yes you do. Always. :) Thanks for watching.

@kestutisk9397 2 жыл бұрын

Great job April nice to see you again🙂

@scoutmaster33 2 жыл бұрын

WAy to GO with using connectors per code instead of trying wiring all those loose ends into the outlet. Just a note for others that might mount the box horizontally they need to have the hinged side on the top.

@Trollkungen1 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like the kitty wanted to help!

@asus12351 2 жыл бұрын

That cat was inspecting those code requirements.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! She was ruthless about details! :)

@BrianandSnoopy1 2 жыл бұрын

I see your cat likes to Inspect your work as you go along. it's probably just making sure you are following all the state Catcodes along with the regular codes. :) Happy New Year April!

@grumblycurmudgeon Жыл бұрын

Very clear instructions! Not sure I totally agree with proceeding to plug in a non-weatherized extension cord and stuff it behind the doghouse, conductor slots facing up, but at least you've got that gfci.

@ultimate1576 2 жыл бұрын

The "gate" style box isn't actually supposed to be knocked out. They are there to grip onto the Romex.

@paul4800 2 жыл бұрын

Integral clamp

@phonedave 2 жыл бұрын

The knockout style is only supposed to be used with new work, not old work (retrofit). A single gang box (only single gang) does not need an added clamp or an integral clamp if you can attach the wire to the stud (as you can with new work). Since you cannot get to the stud to fasten the cable with this retrofit work, then you need to provide a box clamp. I would say this rarely happens, but that is the code and the right way to do it.

@gergemall Жыл бұрын

Thx I’m not a psycho. I wish I had a daughter like you. It helps the pain . I do thank you.😊

@dddube12 2 жыл бұрын

Your Cat love’s you!!!!!! Lucky pups!!!

@joijoi617 Ай бұрын

Exactly what I was looking for

@AprilWilkerson Ай бұрын

Awesome! Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.

@saracinosalvage6062 2 жыл бұрын

I love the cat. lol, It's gotta get right in there! lol

@kevindivine9623 Жыл бұрын

Clear and concise video that's straight to the point.

@AprilWilkerson Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

@ScaryFast 2 жыл бұрын

I'm going to replace an outside outlet in the spring with a GFCI outlet, and likely add at least one other to the back of the house, but in the meantime I found out you can buy a GFCI adapter! It just plugs into the outlet (one plug, but it's big enough to cover the entire outlet) and gives you the test and reset buttons right there, with a short cord to plug an extension cord into. I'm using it for a roof de-icing cable and to plug my car in on super cold days.

@Wythaneye 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, and Happy New Year! I'm definitely looking forward to your 2022 projects.

@thebluelunarmonkey 2 жыл бұрын

April, you're also fulfilling the electrical code requirement to install at least one weather-resistant GFCI outlet (no higher than 6 1/2 feet) within the perimeter of each porch/deck accessible from the inside of your home. You have one on the front, now your back is up to code too! There's no minimum height for the box, btw.

@amylea3980 Жыл бұрын

Kevin- your comment was a year ago so I hope you get this. What is the verbiage of the code and is it national or by state?? We are buying our first home (in SC).. It is a new build. There’s an outside outlet on the back of the house, but NOT inside the screened in porch. The manager of the build says that there is not an outlet on the plan for inside the porch. It shouldn’t be difficult to install, but I’d love to be able to site the code and put it back on them! The porch has a ceiling fan rough-in and two walls have an adjacent outlet on the interior of the home. Are they in violation by NOT adding an outlet?? Will try to send a photo to this thread. April… this is my first time catching your site. I don’t even know where to find local codes. I’m in Charleston county, SC. The home is on Johns island. Thank you to ANYONE that can educate me further!!

@amylea3980 Жыл бұрын

Nope can’t put a photo anywhere. It’s a fully screened in porch off the back of the house. It’s 12x10. If exiting the kitchen-- standard swing door- and stepping into the porch, the exterior door is then on the right about 7 feet ahead. The current outside outlet is on the house 6” up and about a foot from the screened enclosure, but as described, the ext door of the porch is at the other end. As it is now… running an extension cord into the house or to the outer outlet will not be ideal…or the best plan for my hot tub installation. Shouldn’t all screened in porches have at least one accessible outlet? Thank you!

@thebluelunarmonkey Жыл бұрын

@@amylea3980 NEC 210.52(E). There's code variants by year/state/local of "from grade" "standing on grade" etc. You'll have to see if your local has exemptions or whatnot. The screen may interfere with 'readily accessible' aspect of the outlet. I have two rear outlets, one on the outer wall accessible from standing on the ground and one on the deck, between two back doors

@no-eb2xx 2 жыл бұрын

Wago connectors? Finally USA is going the right way ;-)

@michaelmiller1109 2 жыл бұрын

You are well deserved Wood Working Royalty! Keep up the awesome content.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words but I'm really not Woodworking Royalty. :) Thanks for watching.

@conociendotufe7487 2 жыл бұрын

That cat is a star! 😀

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! And a mess to boot! :) Thanks for watching.

@user-oh3mi7xh 2 жыл бұрын

I need ariat shoes Aprile... And for my husband... Happy New year!!!!

@michaelmaker8169 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I've been thinking of putting an outlet on my shed for my chop saw. Been feeding the cord through the window. Lol

@bobthomas4651 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you April. This has been on my list for sometime. You pointed out somethings I didn’t consider. Ur awesome.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@bacillus9 2 жыл бұрын

Also consider how much power your outside outlet will draw and how much power the circuit you're splicing into has. Most livingroom and bedroom circuits are only 15 amp while outdoor power tools can require a 20 amp circuit.

@KellyBurnham Жыл бұрын

You can cut the measuring by using an aircraft (long) drill bit and drilling thru the back of the indoor device box to the outside, bingo - outside box location done.

@IEnjoyCreatingVideos 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work on the outlet April! Thanks for sharing the video with us! and Happy New Year!💖👍😎JP

@2009theguitar 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the beutiful car trying to help!

@jonthumb9131 Жыл бұрын

Awww kitty wants to play

@AprilWilkerson Жыл бұрын

Yes! She's also quite the Supervisor, thinks she knows everything. :) Thanks for watching.

@tdavey5599 2 жыл бұрын

I luv your signature wave

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :)

@gergemall 2 жыл бұрын

Love you so much . Thank you for all your help over the years .

@stephanieellis4646 2 жыл бұрын

Love your diy videos on running extra plugs, as I live in a older home (land lines where ran on the top of sheet rock, which we no longer use, so we have removed most of them,even phone jacks were attached to the outside of base boards) and I really need an external plug in the front of my home, unfortunately I have brick so might have to put under the eve of front, and that's okay because during the holidays I can use it for sure, I usually have to run an extension cord from inside through a window....... looking forward to watching more of your diy's 👍👍

@JohnnyConcrete67 2 жыл бұрын

Happy New Year April for you and your family 🌲🌲🌲 Greetings from Belgium 😀

@firejack007 2 жыл бұрын

As an extra step it would be good to seal around the outlet before putting on the cover even though it has a foam back especially for those in the country in cold weather.

@rongrose3746 2 жыл бұрын

Wishing you all a happy, healthy, prosperous New Year!

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You too!

@bradfaulkner971 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video, you did a great job. Excellent step by step video. Watching how you work... you have good skills. Only cringed when you trimmed the wires in that receptacle box. Keep them no less than 6 inches from back of the box per NEC.

@stevehawkins8066 2 жыл бұрын

Great video April. Very professional job adding the new plug on the outside of the house. You also did a good job of explaining what kind of plug to use and why.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@nica.rivera 2 жыл бұрын

You make it look so easy, thanks for sharing.

@AprilWilkerson 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching

@tree_carcass_mangler 2 жыл бұрын

Good tips - thanks for posting. Thumbs up!

@robertbateman3665 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with Brian Pimental's and Marcus Olsson 's observations and would like to add one more. You used an extension cord to plug in your heater. The cord had 3 sockets to plug into. I would not recommend using this outdoors. Moisture can corrode or even short out the outlet. Sometimes the short will not trip a circuit breaker and water will actually boil and overheat the outlet. Single ended extension cords are safer outdoors.