Outdoor GFCI Outlet Installation for Beginners

See outdoor GFCI outlet installation tips, specifically exterior GFCI help

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0:00 Outdoor GFCI outlet installation
0:05 Test old outdoor GFCI wiring
0:09 How to find GFCI outlet circuit breaker
0:28 How to remove old outdoor GFCI
1:08 How to choose new outdoor GFCI
1:23 How to install a new outdoor GFCI electrical box
2:19 How to wire outdoor GFCI outlets
2:58 How to add a weather-resistant cover to outdoor GFCI

These supplies were used in our video:

Klein Digital Circuit Breaker Finder
Klein ET45 Voltage Tester
Insulated Screwdrivers
Fein MultiMaster
Fein Carbide Pro Accessory
Klein Wire Strippers
Milwaukee Impact Driver
UF-B 14-2 Cable (for Exterior)
1-Gang Weatherproof Non-Metallic Electrical Box Cover Kit
Leviton 2-0-Amp Weather-Resistant GFCI
Tapcon Screws
Strain Relief Cord Connector (1/2")
Duct Seal
Milwaukee 5/16" driver
Electrical Tape
Makita Mag Boost
Makita #2 Phillips Bit
DAP Ultra Clear

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[Sam-hfnq]

Exactly what I was looking for, brief and right to the point. Well done. This is how all YouTube videos should be made. No needless flashy intro, no stupid background music and no "remember to like and subscribe" begging.

[ecii]

Several serious violations here. 1. Never install a 20 amp receptacle on a 15 amp circuit. 2. Never install a 20 amp receptacle with 14 gauge wire. 3. If you’re going to add waterproof sealant to the bottom of the box you should also carefully seal the top hole, and any others, to prevent water from collecting.

[hannahshepherd]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with those of us who aren't lucky enough to know or do these things. It helps us senior widows know if the guy we hired is doing an honest job.

[killeenyarda]

Amazingly clear and concise, the ultimate professional, thanks so very much🙏😁‼

[bgregg]

Couple corrections: Above grade exterior cable must be in conduit & must be individual conductors. That cable you have is meant for direct burial only. Some boxes come with tabs so you wont drill holes through the box.

[palmerstile]

Mann I was looking for this video and I heard your voice Jeff! Thank you for the great video brother, attempting this real soon

[johnmanfra]

What a pro. This is the type of job the homeowner does on this house that actually cares about his house

[brookelee]

Dipping that Masonary bit after using it to drill one hole in soft ass, exterior brick Hass to be one of the most extra things I’ve ever seen 😂

[mohin]

I want to add one piece of info for people that are updating or fixing older outlets. They were smaller back then in the 70's, 80's etc before GFCI. If you are replacing an old style outlet with a gfci, the outlet will be twice as big meaning you wont have room to put it back in the same sized outlet box. They make extenders for tis, waterproof add-ons that are very cheap and make your box able to fir that new GFCI. make sure to pick one of those up.

[frankoligmueller]

Can you extend an existing outdoor outlet tied to a junction box on the exterior wall to then allow adding a box for connecting conduit to run a wire to another location on the outside?

[imthemilkman]

Don’t live in the USA but that orange tool at the beginning is wicked for testing hot cable

[stevenchan]

You installed the box upside down. The ground lug on the box should be on the left bottom side to match the outlet ground being on the left side. Also, you should not seal the box. Now any condensation cannot escape.

[albertmo]

Love your video! I just needed your instructions and tips! Best, Albert

[joshchase]

Hopefully with all those Klein and fein tools there is room for a NEC book in your toolbag.

[superrvolks]

How would I go about with the wiring? My house never had outlets outside and I’m looking to add some in.

[sanjaycampbell]

Nec 2017 300.5(D)(1) through (D)(4). (1) Emerging from Grade. Direct-buried conductors and cables emerging from grade and specified in columns 1 and 4 of Table 300.5 shall be protected by enclosures or raceways extending from the minimum cover distance below grade required by 300.5(A) to a point at least 2.5 m (8 ft) above f inished grade. In no case shall the protection be required to exceed 450 mm (18 in.) below finished grade.

[frekkledipped]

i have alot of 14 gauge stranded wire. I want to install another outlet to my exterior gazebo so Im wondering if its ok to have the 14 gauge for neutral & ground then install 12 gauge for the power, is that ok for 20 amp outlet? Or does it all need to be 12 gauge.
I also want to add a extension to my exterior box, getting crowded, is there a good one for the outside metal boxThanks DR

[jaimedpcaus]

Humm. Would the cable need to be 12/2 if it's a 20 Amp circuit? If i run this cable (uf.*) under my walkway, would I need to place it into a pvc-40?

[surferdude]

Why not use the 15 amp gfci that came with it? A 15 amp receptacle is totally fine on a 20 amp circuit.

[martinramirez]

I currently have an outdoor outlet. How could i tap into the outlet and add another outlet elsewhere in my backyard?