How to Add more outlets in your garage.

Need more outlets in your garage ?. Learn how easy it is. Lots of newer homes built today only have one outlet. So without busting up the walls add some new ones. www.askmediy.com
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[@DragonMinded]

This whole video is excellent but what really sold me was the consistency of his glares on every transition. Absolutely, 100% spot on.

[@Askmediy]

Awesome, thank you so much.

[@BOLANBOSNABOSS]

Oh my God LOL. Man, I was Laughing my ass off. This man is soooo coooooool. I like the video and every move he did. The way he explaining , the way he showing and talking you can tell he is a fun guy and thanks so much for your sense of humor . It's so much easy to remember those kind of things with someone like Dominic who got positive attitude . Very excellent video. I am an electrician and I just came here to give a support to Dominic to continue posting videos with so much positive energy. Good job man.

[@greetswithfire1868]

I'm short, but not like clown short! LOL

[@mlbierle]

I agree! I literally watched the first 25 second and IMMEDIATELY subscribed. I knew ASAP that this guy is the DIY guru for me :)

[@twiztedz28ify]

I just added three outlets to my garage. I never touched anything before dealing with electric but thanks to your video my project turned out great!! To bad I cant share pictures. Thanks for sharing a very detailed and informative video!!

[@clanderson0]

First 40 seconds was my reaction to the garage at my new home. Priceless.

[@alistewart3451]

Thank you so much for posting this! After contacting five electricians who never bothered to respond, we were able to add two much-needed outlets to our garage following your instructions. I guess they felt that the job wasn't big enough to bother with. I've subscribed to your channel, so you're probably going to see more comments from me as I work through the various projects I want to get done. Happy Holidays!

[@nobytes2]

depending on the current breaker amperage, it might be a long way to the breaker box to add a new one without tons of sheet rock work. Most of these are additions aren't really calculation breaker capacity so they're not up to code. Electricians probably realize most people won't pay for a big job to rewire all the way to the breaker box.

[@JeffPetka]

Thanks for posting this video. Just added 3 new outlets in my garage with your help. Glad there are people out there that help out the DIYers of the world. Keep up the good work.

[@Askmediy]

+Jeff Petka Always my pleasure. Glad I could help

[@briangould98]

Very helpful. Thank you for putting these videos together. I've bought some rental properties over the last few months and have been doing all the projects myself. You've helped me a ton with your videos. Keep up the great work. I'm sure I speak for everyone else that follows you in saying you have saved us all a TON of money!!! Thank you.

[@grahampearson6431]

Dude, your energy is awesome. thanks for the easy step by step action, going to add more outlets to my garage now.

[@leerizzo6455]

I told him to power up a fridge and fill it w cold beer

[@EMSED4U]

I watched your video and was inspired to add additional outlets to my garage. I followed the same method you did, placing a GFCI outlet to protect the downstream outlets. I installed boxes and conduit as my garage walls are concrete block. I ran the wires (14/2) that matched my current wiring. When I got it all put together, and turned the power back on, all appeared to be working. The green indicator light on the GFCI outlet was on and all downstream outlets work. Bravo to me, or so I thought. Yes, I have downstream power with functioning outlets. I also have a good indicator light on the GFCI. However, what I don't have is a functioning GFCI outlet. When I plugged into the GFCI, I had nothing. Downstream works, indicator light works, but nothing from the outlet. Not having time to mess with it anymore today (gotta do that work thing), is this a wiring issue, wrong wire to wrong terminal, or perhaps a bad outlet? I would think either one would make the whole system fail, but that is not the case. Thanks for any advice that you can offer.

[@Askmediy]

I would really pay attention to the input (line) and the out (load) of each outlet in the relationship of the power flow.

[@EMSED4U]

Okay. I'll have to pull it and trace the wires again. Thank you.

[@Howtocricut101]

Thank you!! We are remodeling our garage which will be a design studio and we only have ONE outlet to cover power a 340 square foot room. I’m so glad that you made this video so I can show my electrician EXACTLY what we need. 👍🏾

[@Askmediy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DRstayhard2]

I'm David in bham alabama, and i love watching your videos and they are real informative and you get right to the point when showing your projects. I'm a contractor as well and you never get tired of learning new things or old things for that matter and every time i watch them there is always something new to learn.

[@Askmediy]

Hi David, you're so right. We can all learn something from someone.

[@icon1073]

I added 5 more outlets onto 2 walls. thanks for making it easy for me!!! I got power for my arcade, electric signs and clocks, PA systeam and tools.... great hangout for the family! thanks again!

[@Askmediy]

Always my pleasure. Glad I could help out.

[@the_kings_musician]

Dominic, I am an electronics engineer, submarine engineer, turned software developer. My dad gave me his power tools and I have 15 amp service on a GFI in my garage. You're videos are a great help. I think this is what I'm going to do and I'm going to run it by our local inspector: 1. See if I can support the addition of a 60 amp double pole breaker. 2. Run #2, hots, neutral, and ground wire to a sub-panel. I'll separate the neutral from the ground buss. 3. Add two 15 amps and one 30 amp circuits. The 30 amp will be for my table saw or I could just add two 30 amp circuits (outlets like these metal ones). The saw and my compressor can only be run with nothing else running and the 15 amp breaker is getting tripped. 4. The sub-panel I don't think requires a real ground. I think the ground I send from the house panel (#2gauge) will be okay. The garage is attached. And, if I understand correctly, the neutral split from the ground on the subpanel means one side of the panel supporting breakers is 120 and the other side takes breakers as well at 120. I wouldn't be using 240 anywhere out there. And, I would add a GFI because we're subject to moisture. So, 60 amp service on #2 wire to subpanel, isolate the neutral, and GFI(s) off of the subpanel circuits to the tool receptacles. I have lights and a refrigerator on the existing GFI and 15 amp service. Would you leave that in? And, just use the metal box circuits for the shop tools only?

[@Askmediy]

Glad I could help out. 15 amp is fine just make sure you use 15 amp outlets and 14 awg wire.

[@XOIIOXOIIO]

I originally clicked on this hoping to have a bit of a laugh at people explaining super basic concepts like I saw in a previous video, but honestly this video just has great entertainment value. I didn't need to hear anything in it but I'm glad I listened. I'll definitely be checking out some of the other videos on this channel.

[@Askmediy]

+Jesse Levesque Thank you very much.

[@JOEZEP54]

Your video popped up on my recommended list. I enjoyed watching, you are informative and entertaining. Nice tip on that GFI.

[@SteveJ619]

I like that you chose not to tear open the wall and run conduit ....I didn't even think if that and I almost started tearing into the walls ... I my science and lab classes at school were the same way .......fantastic video

[@northcacalacka545]

I did almost the same thing. I had an electrician put in a few outlets and then I realized I wanted more access to the outlets so I bought a strip and now my bench is off when I turn off the switch. I like how you did it without busting the drywall.

[@Askmediy]

All surface mount.

[@thriftyshirtpicker6449]

Dude, I wish I could buy you a beer. Great tutorial! Be blessed, Michael.

[@Askmediy]

And what makes you think you can't? LOL Thank you so much.

[@Askmediy]

@hotrodd100 Thank you. Yeah something is really screwy there. That's three breakers, one main, one circuit breaker and than the fuse. You really should just install a whole new line from a new breaker in the main panel to the new outlets in your garage. But really maybe a pro to at least look at it would be best considering you have a fuse box. I really don't like them at all. Not in today's world

[@Askmediy]

@hotrodd100 It is going to depend on many amps are being pulled. As far as removing your fuse box, yes you could do that but I really can't say without seeing the whole picture. These are questions that I need to be very careful on answering for your safety

[@michaelolvera7083]

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[@Jackyl82334]

I love this guy! AWESOME ! I have a garage with ONE FREAKIN outlet ! ! (built in 1927 it's actually a carriage house), I'm adding outlets, lights and a 220 outlet. Keep teachin us stuff and thanks.

[@Askmediy]

Thank you very much.

[@cliffordj.5574]

i don't typically comment, but this was the most helpful video for the type of project i'm working on. great humor too. Good job

[@eyeonart6865]

I like this guy, taught me so much. I have a ceiling plug in my garage. what a pain runing extension cord accross the garage to plug in stuff.

[@juanesparza127]

Good

[@htxgladiator]

Thank you for explaining how to add more outlets like I'm a five year old! This was SO helpful for someone like me. Very easy to understand and saved me hundreds of dollars. Subscribing to your channel!

[@Askmediy]

Awesome, glad I could help you out.

[@stevealanbrown]

Got any tips for mounting the box over the old box? I want to make sure this will work when I try and do it at my house!

[@joshmoore2615]

Awsome job. Never asked for like or subscribe. Good work. I was on the right track with my project. Just needed bit of help. Great video that made sense Thanks

[@davidshanlay]

You made a good instruction video that is entertaining as well with real life dudes at home. I have no patience with the instruction videos as they tend to be so annoying but this is one good way that you did.

[@matthewash6027]

Dammmnnnnn you saved me such a hard time I have this same issue and was dreading the idea of having to cut dry wall just to run lines BRILLIANT

[@Askmediy]

Awesome glad I could help

[@gomezjew]

I’m in a renters property and I’m allowed to do modifications to the house as long as they’re done correctly so thank you very much because this is going to help me so much

[@jasonboyer7634]

Your great man. Teach good with a sense of humor. Ill be watching you this summer to learn outside of school. Thanks!

[@DimitriosNikiforos]

I agree with Bill - the 1st box NEEDs to be an extension box (will make the outlet exposed). With that most people NEED to know that you are using EMT Conduit (known as thin wall) and not the Rigid Conduit. We are prohibited from using Romex in Chicago - however if your area does allow Romex - you probably could make the tubing easier and use the electrical PVC or ENT tubing. With the metal tubing shown (just as with electrical PVC (gray tube) or ENT(blue tubing and can be flexible) ) you'll need conduit connectors. With this project I'd say that after adding the metal 1-gang handy box extender on that first outlet - punch out the side of the extension box (with that laundry mat coin) and attach the 1st piece of conduit with the 1/2" EMT connector. Since EMT is metal - it carries electricity and is that you would ground. use a grounding clip or screw to ground the extension box. That way if the hot wire get lose (or mice chews it) and the hot wire touches the metal EMT tube - it will pop the fuse - rather than energizing that entire run and possible killing anyone who touches the tub or box. Make sure that the connector is screwed on tight to the extension box and that the screws are tight on the EMT. I am not sure how the 1st metal box was mounted into the 1st 1-gang box - the holes don't line up. In addition to this - other things to consider showing would be: 1. how to ream out the EMT tubing after cutting the tube. vise-grips can be used if needed - but a EMT pipe reamer would make it easier. This will protect the wires from shredding. 2. It looked like a 3/4" EMT was used (bigger than needed) - for just 2 wires - all is needed is 1/2" 3. I said 2 wires because after attaching the ground to the EMT - and if the Tube is connected to all metal boxes - the system (EMT + metal junction boxes) are grounded (The EMT IS the grounding cable - a green cable can be used if wanted). 4. Since the entire EMT run is grounded - I find that it is best to wrap the outlet electrical connection with electric tape before screwing them into the plates.

[@djavierjavier5033]

that was a great tutorial and appreciated your humor and common sense approach. well done! that was well worth the price of a beer or two!

[@DominickAmorosso]

Thank you very much. Glad I could help out.

[@WaveAction777]

Always good stuff. I like that you brought to the attention to use 20 amp receptacles when using 20 amp breakers & 12 gauge wire. Many people forget to match the receptacle when they run a 20 amp breaker.

[@MichaelLamberson]

Because of your great video, I Added outlets to my garage!!! Thanks.

[@Askmediy]

That's what I'm talking about. Glad I could help.

[@steveo782812]

Great video man. I think I am going to take this approach in my garage. My problem is either getting through two fire blocks if I want to run the wires through the wall. It almost seems easier to just do it your way rather than do that. Thanks for making this.

[@clfields0524]

Finally a great video with useful info. I will be adding outlets to my garage next weekend.

[@pblitzco]

Great video! Can't wait to do it this weekend! I appreciate the info, you just earned yourself a subscriber! Thanks again man.

[@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy]

The 2 1/2 car garage on the house I just bought has 1 outlet. :I There's a flimsy extension cable run from it all the way to the door opener too. The cord barely will stay plugged in, it's so old and loose. Major upgrade needed. Probably a new breaker panel, outlets on all walls, and lighting on a separate breaker.

[@Papa_Bad]

Your videos are great! Your humor is awesome! You remind me of a friend I had that has passed on, your demeanor is spot on with his; his name was Dominick as well - crazy co-wink-o-dink. Keep up the awesome work and thanks for the help/insight. I'm upgrading a 110 to a to 220 outlet tomorrow (covered in a different video of yours)

[@ejcheck]

Very nicely done. The only suggestion I'd make is pigtail a wire to each outlet rather than having in/out leads on each outlet. 2 wires instead of 4 on the outlet. There is nothing wrong with the 4 wires on each outlet but I just finished changing all of the outlets in our house and the electrician had wired them in this manner instead of using a pigtail and it was a PIA, The other consideration in a chain like this, is if one outlet goes bad it will take all with it, if pigtailed only one outlet will be cold, the others will still work. This is not a big deal in this situation as the chain is obvious, but if done with closed walls (and by someone else) it could be more difficult to figure out which way the power is running.

[@Sergesauce]

Elliot Check I'm glad I saw this, I was thinking the same thing. I was always taught to pigtail them but this guy did good though. I enjoyed his video a lot.

[@ecouv3718]

Elliot Check i don’t know the odds of reply to this at this point, but...if you pigtailed the gfci outlet, would that not eliminate the gfci protecting all subsequent outlets? So would it be best to use the pigtail for all outlets EXCEPT the gfci?

[@sleepingfury2027]

Thank you, Dominick, now I don’t have to break open my walls. Funny way to show the project, I love it!

[@Askmediy]

Awesome glad I could help you out.

[@jcmark42]

Very easy to follow instructions. Now how do I run conduit to the other side of my garage? Also, how many outlets can you run around from that one power source?

[@Askmediy]

jcmark42 Instead of going left to right you'll have to go up and over. In a garage I like to stick with 6 outlets as a max.

[@1JayVon]

Gotta love KZbin because it definitely saves me more money with every video.

[@themechanic4222]

here in NYC we don't jump from outlet it self to other we always tight the wire together hot with hot and neutral to neutral which it give us a pigtail that what we tight to the outlet which make it easy for trouble shooting usually in big high rise building

[@xaviersonsautobodyandpaint9512]

Excellent video but just one question. Shouldn't the first outlet be the GFI instead of the last ? Thanks

[@DominickAmorosso]

Thank you. The first outlet would be GFCI

[@chezchezchezchez]

It was the first outlet. He just worked on it LAST.

[@JohnWhitcombe-j4v]

Thank you Dom! Excellent tutorial. Very informative and positive video!

[@Askmediy]

Thanks buddy.

[@Aceaves2014]

Just did my garage. Came out great. Would of never attempted this project if I didn't discover this video.

[@LutherBuilds]

I have two double outlet boxes in my garage. One is a 15 amp that runs my lights and saws and the 20 amp runs my dust collector or heater or air compressor. I thought that I would need to use a junction box to connect to the existing outlets and then run my conduit and romex through those. I guess I'm confused as to how you connected the first box to the existing one. Other than that, this was super helpful. It's going to be expensive to add the outlets that I want. But I can slowly accumulate the parts I need.

[@Askmediy]

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[@jeroendebuck7445]

Great video!!! In Belgium you could and should have your own tvshow. Keep up the good work! Greetings from Belgium

[@Askmediy]

When do I start ?. lol, Thank you so much.

[@lswiler]

Thank You! I appreciate the basic info w/o tons of disclaimers, fear tactics and product plugs i.e. "Now install this conduit from homedepot and these special cases from Fancy Fashion McSchmantzy..." lol! Keep up the the positive succinct instruction. I subscribed. (y)

[@stephboeker7835]

Dominick, I'm grateful for your generous consideration of the poor, "diy", electrically challenged, like myself. I'm interested in adding electricity for 2 different applications. First, a carpenters workshop (20'x 25') and second, an Astronomy hobby, which demands running a remote line, 100' to a concrete pier and EQ mount for a telescope. I can run wires, add boxes and outlets already. After plenty of research and watching many video's, including yours, I believe I can add breakers and even a sub panel. Questions: 1.) How do you decide how many amps to send to the sub panel? 2.) Is there a limit to how many amps you can run to a sub box, 50, 60, 90 or even 100 amps? I mean, I believe my main box is fed w/ 200 amps from the high line. My shop will need a sub panel fed w/ 50 or more amps to insure no interruptions if the compressors, saws, lights, radio, etc. all start or are running at the same time. Thanks for your furthered generosity and consideration, Steph

[@Askmediy]

+Steph Boeker These are all good questions but really for a electrician on site can better answer. However I would run at least a 60 amp

[@jmac213stuff]

Great Video. For all you DIYs, Of course this is fine. But as a Contractor, there are a couple of things that I would of added/done. 1) Yes, I agree the the other guys, use a 4s extender with a SI opening in the rear 2) I didn't see offsets in the conduit or Strapping. strapping needs to be 12" from box max, and every 10; max on the conduit runs. 3) Grounding. VERY IMPORTANT. I see the when you grounding the second box, your ground wire from the left (not the right) was mounted to the ground screw. This is not the input ground, and this is the one that should be mounted to the screw, that way if you need to changer or add a device, you don't have to remove the ground wire. Second, with metal conduit, you really don't need a ground wire. 4) Daisy chain connections at the receptacle are ok, but is programmatic if the outlet goes bad, then the ones down the line go bad. Pigtails are the way to go. yes, a bit more time, a bit more material, but if any of those 3 outlets goes bad, then the rest still work. 5) Make sure your load doesn't exceed the max amperage of your outlets (I like around 10 for 15A or 13 for 20A max) This is all technical stuff. For you DIYers, there if you get as far as the instructional video, is a great reference.

[@kw0s]

Jose Macias- Hmmm, if you have GFIC, you truly do not need a ground. It compares coming and going current. If there is tiny leak in milli-Amp, it will cut OFF. I am not sure what is in the code?

[@NMranchhand]

Ground, ground, ground. An extra ground path won’t kill you, a corroded/loose ground path in that conduit later... Not to mention excessive voltage drop to your tools. More mischief is caused by poor ground than anything else.

[@wilsocn]

Spot on with the pinkie and thumb anatomy measurements. Now I learned two things watching this.

[@davidparker2173]

Line, and load, got it. Now all I gots to know is about the light switches, and how thems fit in. So I will have to research those refined elaborations concerning this most prestigious subject.

[@alhawkins3376]

Nice DIY only thing I would change is strap placement and use an extention box to put over the first box, they have metal 4" but they have no back just holes to connect over the recessed box so you dont have to remove the box to service the wires behind.

[@briana325]

This is great. Looks so easy. Now I don’t have to have extension cords all over my garage. Thank you!

[@NMranchhand]

Pull the wires out of the Romex sleeve (it’s very easy) before you put them in the conduit. There is a NEC code limit to the amount of Romex you can run in a conduit (6’, I think) just to overcome areas of danger to the cable. Longer runs in conduit can overheat.

[@Askmediy]

Yes, well said

[@ruvimtrofimovich]

Wires inside romex are not individually marked. NEC requires ANSI markings for installed wires, meaning pulling the jacket off the romex and using the individual wires in the conduit is still against code. Stupid rule but it is there.

[@NMranchhand]

@@ruvimtrofimovich That’s a true point! In this particular case, he just needs to overcome the prohibition of exceeding the 6-foot maximum to running the covered wire in conduit to avoid areas of exposure to danger (like the bench back area). The code specifies a maximum, but no minimum. The marking requirements of NEC 310 should be able to be met by retaining enough of the sheath that covers the wires at points where the wires enter or leave the junction boxes (as long as that portion of the sheath contains the required markings for AWG, ampacity, and wire type/location suitability. In a residential application, in a narrow application, like protecting otherwise exposed wires at the back of a garage workbench, where the wire type did not differ materially from that used in the rest of that branch circuit, I believe that would be compliant.

[@eltonherrera7524]

Alright man!!! thanks for explaining it so well... I too, have only one outlet in the garage and I hate the fact that I have to use one extension and got to plug and unplug some of my tools, really sucks... Not anymore, cause "I got power baby"

[@donsalyer4241]

I loved this video ...I did the same thing in my garage but I have no power past the gfci. I was hoping you could help

[@Askmediy]

How can I help you?

[@eyeonart6865]

please, will you consider showing how to run coaxial cable through outside wall. I bought an outside antenna and want to run cable inside to tv. Thanks

[@SOLDOZER]

With a drill.

[@theredrover3217]

I'm compelled to add what is funny to me. Your work space looks pretty well established, that you got that far along before adding Outlets. 😁

[@Askmediy]

I’ll say. Wasn’t easy LOL

[@theredrover3217]

@@Askmediy I'd go nuts! 😆

[@CrixyTnT]

Hi Great video just a question as you mention the breaker is 20amp how mant outlets can be on it for a kitchen eg. refrigerator, microwave and other small appliances much thanks

[@Askmediy]

TriniRCmodels Go to my site and look for electrical codes. There you will get some answers.

[@lynnekeightley1038]

askmediy where?

[@Askmediy]

lynne keightley www.askmediy.com/electrical-codes/

[@rominhawk3949]

Thanks "askmediy"; Excellent explanations and video. You have good teaching skills.

[@kvdgadj]

How about putting some light fixture above the work table?

[@Askmediy]

Yeah sure, just do it the same way.

[@dlamarsobotor4573]

Conduit & EMT are two distinct electrical products. Fittings are not interchangeable. We generally use tubing cutters on EMT. And file all cuts. Certainly enjoy his tape measure. Pigtailed grounds need a mechanical fastening to meet code. Copper crimp is best ! Are the devices tamper resistant ? Certain localities require a licensed electrician to perform work. And a permit.

[@BookkeepingMadeSimpleLLC]

I have always wanted to know how to run an outlet. Since we dont need any Im not sure what to do with this new found knowledge but now I know.

[@raulcampos441]

Hi tanks for your videos very helpful I have a Question ? Why yo have. Two black or hot cable from the old outlet ? And. I see you connect each black cable or hot to each cooper screw ?? Thanks for your help.

[@acknative1]

How did you mount that 4” square box to the existing box in the wall? Is it an approved method per code.

[@Askmediy]

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[@rick4464]

I've done basic electrical (replacing switches, outlets, fans, etc.) and find the video great, but questions about the GFI. I currently have an outlet in my garage, but it is connected to a GFI in another part of the house. Can I still change the outlet to a GFI and connect it to the other GFI or can I bypass the new GFI completely?

[@ktw7hu]

You only need one GFI on a circuit, anymore is redundant. The reason why it's usually mandatory to have one in a garage is because the garage typically is on its own dedicated circuit. And GFI's are mandatory in areas considered wet locations, which a garage is labeled as.

[@terrortotriumph180]

does it matter how many outlets you connect? At what point would you run the wires back to the circuit breaker box or do you not need to do that? can you install larger outlets then the standard 2 in each box? Lets say you wanted four outlets in one box?

[@Askmediy]

Each outlet be it 15 or 20 should not excide 80% of the load. Shoot for 10 to 12

[@terrortotriumph180]

@@Askmediy awesome thank you. So just making sure one row like you w gcfi can have a total, counting 2 spots as 1, I can run 6 of one?

[@howardlippin4721]

You're a funny guy Dominick, thanks for making it appealing and easy for us DIYers. (Distance between the pinky and thumb! What if ya got small hands??)

[@Askmediy]

+Howard Lippin You know what they say about if you have small hands right,

[@JohnSmith-nj9dc]

askmediy Can you please do a video on how to wire a plug please.

[@bluegill2030]

Say you run a shop vac and a circular saw at the same time.... that will surely pop that gfi correct?

[@Askmediy]

Depends on the amp draw

[@bluegill2030]

askmediy so then anything above the 20 amps then “pop”. So I would have to add 2 breakers from the box to my shop?

[@Askmediy]

@@bluegill2030 It's going to really depend on how much each one of those draws, on startup each one would be higher than just running. And how many amps is your circuit is the better question.

[@ktw7hu]

One thing to note for the people considering doing this yourself. Code states that anything carrying wires (conduit, romex, etc.) has to be strapped depending on what you're using the distance of the straps varies. It's to help with the weight pulling all your work out of the wall and possibly damaging the wires and exposing the copper inside. All this information can be googled.

[@alhawkins3376]

True

[@davidlea5934]

I loved this video, very informative and entertaining. I would like to put in a receptacle in my garage, however all I have is a box with a light switch. Can you get power from that box to run to the new GFI receptacle box without over loading the breaker. ?

[@Askmediy]

That's the hard part about existing. You'll have to trace the whole circuit to find out whats on it or not.

[@kellyg46]

Romex is never placed inside of EMT due to possibility of increased heat. An inspector will have you remove it. Also must ream inside of conduit.

[@elcuco23]

Good job explaining the whole process.

[@terrortotriumph180]

Not seeing link to shopping list…….please send link

[@Askmediy]

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[@adam10532]

I am not electrician but from what I have read I was under the impression you cannot put rolex inside conduit because of heat generated by the wires is that true?

[@jonathanciccarone5992]

How did you mount gfci outlet box to the plastic outlet box in the wall?

[@johnli1269]

Exact what I am wondering

[@richman1842]

Gotta love KZbin, nice job on the video...I have that same issue as many others. Home built in the early seventies, with one wall outlet and no outlet in the ceiling for our garage door opener, we've been using an extension cord for years. To make this look as professional as possible, when running conduit to power the new ceiling box for my garage door opener, should I run conduit all the way on top of the drywall to a surface mounted box, or run conduit into the ceiling and run wire from there to a flush mounted box?

[@MikeSully01]

Either way would work, but it would be easier to run conduit all the way to the outlet. That way you don't have to put more holes in the drywall and run wire in the ceiling

[@mistybautista4378]

Could you utilize any of the punch outs? And elbows? I have my gfci outlet that is lower and I want to raise it about 2 ft higher then run it around the corner for the high work bench.

[@Askmediy]

Yeah sure you can.

[@bizango99]

Awesome vid, best one on KZbin for this!! Quick question: If I'm going to be doing this, but instead of in my garage, the existing outlet is outdoors and all the new outlets will also be outdoors..does each box need a GFI or just the one at the beginning of the circuit? THANK YOU

[@drtomasdds]

Hi. Thank you for the video. I not very familiar with electrical or construction, but I"m learning (thanks in part to you). My question is using that set up, would running multiple items cause your breaker to pop? Say like that miter saw, a radio and a shop vac hooked up to your miter saw? Is there a way to run it so that doesn't happen?

[@timezonewall]

It really depends on what else is on that circuit, it may or may not be an issue. Without running a whole new circuit back to the main panel and sizing it large enough, there isn't a sure way to know. That's why it's best if building a new home to run two 20 amp single phase circuits to the garage along with a separate 240v 30 amp circuit. That gives one plenty of options down the road. I did this and later got a arc welder and was sure glad for the 240v line I already had there. It's cheaper and easier to pay for this when the home is built than try to run new circuit back to the panel later unless you are lucky and the panel is in or near the garage then it's no bid deal..

[@soyeldiego4878]

Cool!! Now I feel more confident adding outlets into the garage. Great video and demonstration 👍

[@micolivares1]

I like the video really simple to understand but say instead of having exposed conduit. how do you get it under the dry wall with out knocking it down

[@markcuellar9832]

It is 9:01 a.m. right now. I've been searching for what you show in this video since 5:30 a.m. this morning. Thank you! But I thought it was not a good idea to run Romex through conduit because of heating. Could you comment on that please? Thank you again!!!

[@transvier1574]

Why didn't you put 4 plug-ins in each box?

[@stevedawg85]

Would I use a similar method to add outlets from my outside patio fixture? i.e. Add new romex to the hot, then the other end, connect it to a socket like normally? If I wanted add a couple more outlets too. The on/off toggle switch wouldn't effect the newly installed outlets right?

[@Askmediy]

+stevedawg85 Moreless,

[@TerrapinCreations666]

Could I use flexible conduit instead, or does it have to be regular conduit like what you used here?

[@rubenbalino6252]

Cool, I was looking into doing the same thing in my garage and I thought I'd check you tube DIY to get some idea and voila! Thanks for the info!

[@Askmediy]

Glad I could help!

[@supersport64]

Very helpful video thank you I had a question I have a similar situation but I want to know how do you run power from a sub panel that's in the garage to a new 110 or 220 outlet instead of running power from an existing socket as you did in this video please help

[@cosmiclawnmower9818]

How did you mount the first metal box to the plastic box already in the wall? I tried to do that and the hole spacing is different between the metal one and the plastic one.

[@Askmediy]

You should be able to get a box with an open back to fit your existing one. You may need a spacer. They are plastic and color is based on size of the cap

[@paulmouradian8968]

Why do we need GFI rather than a normal recepetacle is it for surge protection and over load??

[@Askmediy]

For electrical shock protection. GFI ground fault interruption. These outlets will trip with the slightest hint.

[@iamaGod357]

can u do a video on how to install a security light on the outside of your garage

[@Askmediy]

Awesome idea. I only wish I did when I did mine. Are you referring to hanging just the light or the whole wiring and everything ?

[@iamaGod357]

the whole wiring and everything, there is no fixture there now

[@Askmediy]

I love request and ideas that work. Thank you very much. I will see what I can do. The hardest thing about making videos is that I need the job or something at my own house to show. I will work on it. Thanks again.

[@3greatgreyhounds3]

askmediy I need more outlets yes cause fried the one I have!!! Ummm ...yea... Oh now that would be a nice video!!! I need lights!!! I'm by myself w/kids... dark out bad ... dang solars don't work in shade...a lot of trees...

[@zeekflash6924]

I have same problem .. need to wire from outlet to exterior of my garage , for a ring flood lights

[@SaiaArt]

Not bad. You should have pointed out a very important step to people that after cutting EMT you need to ream/de-burr it so that it fits couplings & wire does not get sliced open on it. Aside from that, the only other thing I would have added was take a moment to analyze what is already on that circuit. Especially in older homes there can already beca lot of stuff on that 20A and it may be advisable to run a new 20A circuit. Case in point, my garage outlet (just one), garage door opener, garage light, basement lights, basement outlets, and oddly, the kitchen stove, are all on that circuit. I did not want to be adding a drill press, chop saw, and space heater to that circuit. It’s an important thing to analyze and consider what you need, want, and what already exists as a draw on that 20 amp breaker. I opted to run two garage circuits actually, a 15 & a 20. The 15 is for smaller stuff, radio, battery charger, vac, outdoor security lights, space heater, etc, while the 20 is for my higher draw tools such as air compressor, drill press, jack hammer, chop saw, etc. I also put in a blanked box to power an EV charger if I or a future owner ever decide to get one (20A will only work for a light duty EV charger fyi). The slight downside to adding circuits is you’re supposed to pull a permit & get it inspected. While it is a hassle in most minds & a lot of people don’t, the inspection is to be certain the install was done properly & the house will not burn down and possibly kill someone, which is a good thing in most minds. Especially so for DIYers who don’t want to hire a pro but may inadvertently create a fire hazard and lose a child as a result. So if you’re going to DIY, pay for the peace of mind at least and rest easy that things are safe & proper. Great vid though. You might want to add decaf to your tool box.

[@tima895]

Nice video Dom....luv your humor. Keep up the good work.

[@metmercc]

Sir, may i say, that is the most hilarious DYI project ever.. caught a little bit of Dice Clay there at the end.

[@Askmediy]

LOL Thank you

[@scottydntno]

How can you determine if the power is coming out and going in?

[@Askmediy]

Separate the wires and with a voltage tester see which ones has the power.

[@mathewsmith8405]

thanks very easy explaining , i might just try and wire up my basement now . thanks for the walk threw

[@Askmediy]

Awesome, glad I could help you out.

[@nickleung6240]

Enjoyed watching that. Very entertaining! Very useful and helpful info as well. Thank you!

[@Askmediy]

Awesome, glad I could help out.

[@CoolRushBand1]

Great help. Got a question. My garage only has one light switch that goes to one bulb that is placed up close to the top of the wall. This is all I have for light. I want to hook up 2 LED light fixtures (they look like the old fluorescent fixtures). I have loosened the porcelain light bulb fixture to expose a pancake box with the romex connections. I was hoping to put in a box next to the fixture (the blue box kind that actually hugs the back of the drywall to secure). and cap off the pancake fixture. The problem is this wall is shared with the garage and the house and is I think considered a "fire" wall if you will. How would you consider wiring this up for an outlet for the LED fixtures? By the way, GREAT VIDEO! I love your style!

[@Askmediy]

If gaining more outlets is what you're trying to do. You could try to see if you can come off the switch box wires.

[@JM-gs5jn]

I was going to do this because I have a lot of extra 12/ 2 romex, but an electrician told me you can't run romex thru conduit because of heat issues and code. So I figured I'll just cut the sheathing off and run the individual wires thru the conduit. Electrician said I can't do that either....once removed from sheathing it's not ANSI approved. So I have 200 feet of romex just sitting around🙄