How to Run Permanent Temporary Power to a Shed

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[@spook233]

I'm an older dude, and I don't have my dad around to answer these questions, so I'm pretty grateful there's someone out there teaching these things

[@jhayrios5514]

@@MyChannel-wg8ml Why was it wrong to put electrical tape on the screws to avoid contact? I’m trying to learn a little bit of everything.

[@samelioto476]

@@jhayrios5514 It's not wrong, it used to be standard practice.

[@samelioto476]

I wouldn't recommend following anything this guy says.

[@modela4096]

Agree. ​@@samelioto476

[@SQTierHog]

Got a little emotional watching this. How could that be? I'm relatively new to Jeff, but his personality reminds me of Rich, my father-figure when I was growing up. He was kind, smiled along as he could fix anything... explained everything to me as if I was smart enough to understand. He had some cool and funny sayings, "to boot". He had such an easy going, optimistic attitude. He passed long ago, at 50. At 60 (dunno how I made it this far), throughout my life, everytime I'm working on something he's always watching over me. And when I get negative or feel I can't get something fixed, Rich is right there guiding me through it all, just like when I was a kid. Rich was an Electrician at trade, but fixed everything... just like Jeff. Very sincere thank you to both these men for helping us all out...

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Everyone needs a Rich in their life. Mine was my Dad. He passed away 2 years ago yesterday. Happy to share what I have learned.

[@SQTierHog]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY Thank you for sharing. May he rest in peace, what a wonderful man.

[@bc-guy852]

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY You Dad must have been very proud of you. He set a fine example. May he rest in Peace.

[@justmejo9008]

Those were the days. People loved what they did, and were not pressured to build a small city every year. My Grandfather build houses and was quiet, patient and kind. Memories are so good for the soul. Thanks for sharing yours, it made me smile too

[@lennyf1957]

Instant fanboy

[@cdalekeefe]

Great video. Two comments: 1) instead of having the male plug hanging outside, you can purchase a generator plug inlet and mount it on the side of the shed. 2) the screw slots on the plates are vertical because dust is less likely to collect compared to if the slots are horizontal.

[@AMP8424]

Always wondered why it was vertical.

[@joseph7105]

I just checked out my face plates with screws adjusted horizonally and you're right the amount of dust collected there over the past four decades is probably contributing to my chronic allergic reactions whenever I am in the vicinity of their face plates. I've reminded the wife to make sure to clean them from now on thanks

[@harpintn]

@@joseph7105 I never paid that much attention to the screws in the face plates.

[@3rdPartyIntervener]

Every time I go to someone else's house, I take a thin screwdriver with me and, when no one is looking, I set the faceplate screws to 2 o'clock. Yeah, I'm that guy.

[@human1513]

@@joseph7105 DId your wife slap you and say, "You can clean them I have enough to do"?

[@rockland2]

When wiring the wire to the outlets I had an experience where I only used my cordless drill/screwdriver to attach the wires. I went back to a location that I had wired a year later and noticed black scorch marks above a light switch. I opened the cover and noticed that the cordless driver hadn’t tightened the screws on the switch to the point that they wouldn’t move, so everytime someone flipped the switch on or off a little bit of movement would loosen the screw, after a years time the screw was so loose that everytime the switch was flipped a spark would occur. I’m grateful I discovered my error as it could have very easily started a fire. From that point onward I made sure that after I attached wires to switches or plugs that I would follow through with a manual screwdriver and give everything one more twist to make sure that they won’t ever work themselves loose. When you did your switch you said not to worry, that you did not want them too tight, I think you should reconsider that and ensure that they are tight enough so that they won’t ever loosen, it can be dangerous otherwise. Other than that it’s an excellent video and it’s very informative, I love the electric tape on the white wire!

[@WoodgemanX]

After initially tightening the screws, after a few seconds go back and tighten the screws again. Copper is a soft metal and friction with the screw head causes the wire to expand ever so slightly making it feel you made a tight connection. The copper cools and shrinks a little and that requires retorquing to achieve proper tightness.

[@WoodgemanX]

@@TheRealCheckmate 'ever so slightly' it's like retorquing new alloy wheels. Look into it wise guy.

[@WoodgemanX]

@@TheRealCheckmate You must be the guy that uses the push-in connections on electrical devices. That phenomenon is real, try it for yourself. Grab some copper wire and make a few connections and tighten the screws as snuggly as you think is tight. Go back ten seconds later and re-tighten the screw and see it and fell it turn a few degrees. Then give us your explanation for this phenomenon, Professor Whoopie.

[@mkrchnak5269]

@@TheRealCheckmate...... wow, I bet you’re a real joy at gatherings....... clown!

[@rockland2]

@@TheRealCheckmate whatever the reasoning is he still makes a good point that especially on light switches going back and giving it another twist is a good idea. My ex-wife was living in the unit where I discovered the scorching above the switch and if the place had caught fire I would have felt terrible. Thank god I noticed it when I stopped by.

[@JoseRivera-pe2dc]

You can also place a ground fault outlet on your first outlet to protect the run.

[@nakedtommy40]

That works only if the outlet you plug the shed extension cord into the house is not GFCI protected. You cannot have 2 GFCI’s in series. I found that out trying to plug in a welder into a GFCI protected outlet. The welder has its own GFCI built in. 😅

[@altkev]

@@nakedtommy40Your statement that you cannot wire GFCI in series is factually incorrect.

[@ethernet01]

you can infact have gfci in series a lot of outdoor appliances and extension cords contain their own non removeable gfci

[@frontiervirtcharter]

Probably makes more sense to put the GFCI on the outlet that the extension cord powering the whole thing plugs in to .. Most likely place where a fault would happen is where water might be. Better yet, use a GFCI breaker on the circuit

[@srobeck77]

@@nakedtommy40 you prolly plugged the welder into a 15amp outlet is what happened

[@nakedtommy40]

I noticed how suddenly the sleeve portion of the plug appeared. Apparently you had to take it apart to slide that sleeve on off camera. I’ve had to do that so many times while replacing power cord ends and so glad there was nobody watching me. lol

[@mikerayle6103]

I thought my eyes were playing tricks and just rolled with it. We are tuned in 😂 it's probably because we've done it enough we thought did he remember that nope

[@bigrob10303]

Yeah good eyes I saw that too lol

[@b.a.1591]

Just like flare nut fittings you do your best flare when you forget to put the nut on then cut it off then make a crappy flare with the nut on.😂

[@juancarlosmunoz7177]

The day, I tell myself that I know it all and don't make mistakes is the day I stop learning. I been watching you for a long time. My question is here in america white Romex is for lights, switches the yellow is for outlets!; is that correct? I'm not a electrician but I do know that. Lol

[@samhunt5521]

@@juancarlosmunoz7177 yellow is 12/2 and good for 20 amp, white is 14/2 and good for 15 amps. 20 amp circuits are commonly used in bathrooms and kitchens and 15 amp circuits can be used else where.

[@canorth]

“Permanent temporary” is my new favorite way of alluding to a fix that’s legally dubious.

[@Obliv69]

its kinda like the 'accidentally on purpose' expression

[@tactileslut]

My landlord wasn't interested in replacing the attic fan. I put a desk fan in the hole, held up with paperclips. Four years later it's still running.

[@David-uf9qm]

Needing a permit for power to an out building is legally dubious

[@heyallenify]

@@David-uf9qm Some municipalities don't allow power to non-permit required structures. My town allows small sheds and the like without requiring a permit to place them, but they will jump on you for wiring it without it being a permitted and inspected structure. Running an extension cord out when needed is a functional work around, though I'm thinking that I'd just put a "shore power" style input connector under an outdoor outlet cover instead of the romex pigtail.

[@David-uf9qm]

​@@heyallenify Some municipalities are clearly too protected from the people they don't serve. I agree with you about the outdoor outlet, and personally I'd find a legal way to run power immediately adjacent to the shed out of spite.

[@stevekemper1353]

Leviton makes a great connector you can use for “temporary” power connections. 15 Amp 125-Volt Straight Blade Grounding Power Inlet Outlet, Gray

[@JasonEDragon]

Right the last bit on the outside is just not acceptable. The cable is not UV rated and can deteriorate in the sun. Also, the plug is not waterproof and is likely to hang down and fill with water on the first rain.

[@BillBatdorf]

@@JasonEDragonHe was so close! Leave the cord connection inside! There was so much that was bad about this video.

[@hansachter5657]

Even better add an in-use cover to make it completely weatherproof and fully up to code

[@MSI2k]

I was wondering when Jeff would realize he forgot the yellow plug backend... and then the edit happened haha MAGIC!

[@alfa_romeo55yush82]

Hahaha i noticed it too. And I noticed he edited his vid....

[@jamesgriffith4159]

Lol. I caught it as well. He should've left it in the video. I've done the same thing several times repairing extension cords.

[@eltonrice7392]

I noticed that....

[@joseph7105]

Only thing different i would have done is instead of that male plug hanging out the side of the shed, install a little portal with a door you can just open and feed your extesion through when in use and then the connection is inside the shed out of the weather and out of public view

[@andy_byrd]

I'm surprised there was no mention of this in the video. He mentioned it wasn't a weather proof plug but then it's assumed he's leaving it out in the weather?

[@jerseyjim9092]

Yeah, seems like he could've come up with a better solution.

[@AKADriver]

The best solution would be a generator power inlet box. It would add maybe 50 bucks to the total cost of the project but they're designed to be weatherproof and permanent, and you can get ones that are just 120V 15A type plugs for an extension cord (usually for a whole house generator you'd get a big locking 240V plug).

[@sj6656]

All he had to do was spring for a power inlet receptacle and it would've looked like a proper job

[@andrewpopoff3453]

Given the opportunity I always run 14-3 to my switches, just because new smart switches need a neutral and it's always nice to have the option in the future

[@Lightingcap]

14-3 is two hots, a neutral, and a ground (in the US), used for three-way switches or often used to power a fan and light on separate switches.

[@AceBoy2099]

​@Lightingcap yes, or in his switch leg he did he could cap off the white for future neutral use and use the red and black for the switches legs. If he ran power to the switch the 14/3 could go to a seperate fan and light on ceiling if he was to put one in (like in a house).

[@ethernet01]

in US code a neutral is required in the box personally I had never thought of solving this with 14/3 instead of running the feeder and fixture wires back to the switch box

[@WoodgemanX]

That's the first thing I noticed was his switch box not having a neutral. This future permanent wiring job won't pass inspection.

[@nyetloki]

New NEC code requires white neutral at a switch, so no more recoloring white for a switched hot. 3+ground or 4+ ground cable for switches now.

[@fredobot5298]

Interior Romex outside...a truly brave soul! You already said that plug was not waterproof. The paper in the Romex acts like a wick for moisture....Brave you are indeed! 🤔

[@swamprat69er]

I guess you don't understand the concept of t e m p o r a r y. AFTER he runs the permanent cable he will pull the romex inside to the power panel.

[@xl600mine]

Canadian romex doesn't have paper on the inside

[@fredobot5298]

@@xl600mine U.S. does for interior Romex, not on underground exterior. Interesting about Canada. Thanks for the note. ✌

[@charliekeene2003]

I bought an RV receptacle that you can plug an extension cord into to feed power to my shed. It looks better than a cord hanging out. My first setup was to just run the cord through the door. I found the RV plug on Amazon, and it works great until I can get permanent power.

[@Dracovivi]

Did the same, except I got a twist-lock version to ensure the plug wouldn't come loose.

[@charliekeene2003]

@@Dracovivi I don't have a lot of activity in my backyard, but that still was an even better idea than mine.

[@RamxRamx-fw3gm]

If that’s working so well why would you get a permit lol. And does that one extension cord be able to function that whole shed?

[@Texas1FlyBoy]

46:55 OMG! You are the first person I've seen do the same as I do with the orientation of the screws. When I bought my house over 20 years ago, I went through every room and "fixed" the orientation of every screw. 👍

[@kellyhoff3161]

and here I thought it was my OCD, lol. Glad I'm not the only one.

[@johnkulpowich5260]

Like it really matters

[@brandonturner7481]

100%

[@lehilehi8636]

I'm a little confused. I understood you to say the yellow receptacle on the outside of the shed is not waterproof. But it's left dangling in the weather. What did you do with it?

[@phaedruscj3330]

Your real name is "Monk" right? :)

[@javiertorrez4771]

Didn't check all the comments for this, but one suggestion for wiring, "First to make, Last to break", talking about the ground wire. That way, if you just happen to be working on a live circuit, the electricity travels down the path of least resistance, that ground wire, and not you.

[@leadman70]

I was watching Zach Fields tutorial video on replacing a bathroom sink. At the end of the video he recommended your video on How To Silicone a Bath. After watching a few of your other videos I subscribed. I have watched dozens of videos on wiring a house and never really understood how it all worked. You explained how switches are wired and outlets are wired in such a way I FINALLY understand how they all connect and work. This channel is great.

[@1djbecker]

I received a deep gash on my finger from a installation just like this one. The light switch had a full sized plate sitting on top of a box on an unfinished wall, exactly as in this video. Reaching in the dark to flip the switch on my finger caught the razor-sharp corner of the plate instead. There are small outline outlet plates, usually in grey plastic, that just barely cover the edges of a standard electrical box. They are made for installations like this.

[@andy_byrd]

My first thought too when he put the full size plates on. We just bought a new house and the two outlets under the sink and microwave outlet had the big plates that I replaced with the box sized grey ones.

[@djea3589]

Or metal covers of about $1 that match the outline of a standard one gang box.

[@Paul-hl5ls]

I like running electric in my chicken coops and their runs. I used two timers so the lights in the run turn off half an hour before the coop to draw the chickens inside to eat and drink before they roost for the night. A dusk to dawn porch light for me and a couple of outlets for accessories like the water warmer. I also added a couple outside outlets to power the occasional yard tool

[@RegulusIan]

I've been lurking and loving your videos for years. I love learning with you in a practical way. Thanks for the easy-to-follow instructions and ideas.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Appreciate that. Cheers

[@chrishodges9797]

Excellent video! Thanks for the system approach. One thing I learned in the Navy to help remember the wire color code for the outlet and switch screws is White to Bright --> Neutral/white to silver screw Black to Brass --> Hot/black to brass screw Green to ground --> Bare copper wire to green ground screw I think the "white to bright" is the only part I didn't hear you say. Thanks again for the no-nonsense teaching style. I love it. Keep up the good work.

[@jdbrigance]

I remember when I was a teen in the 70's with my Roadrunner (Plymouth). Must have changed the stereo 3 or 4 times as they got better. "Grey and white are right" (speakers) is the mnemonic I made up and I still remember it! Taught myself to rebuild an engine, too and probably became an Engineer because of that (not electrical Engineering!).

[@johnrledrew]

Great tid bit of info... just like to add something for safety, I was always taught to connect Grounds (GREEN) then Neutrals (WHITE) then Line/Power (BLACK) even tho the power is off, its just great practice. Also there should be no exposed wire from under the terminal screws, wire insulation should be up to the screw not under the screw. I know common sense right... but every one wants dollars, no one has sense anymore. Cheers

[@BeardedDale]

Black to Brass or you will fry your @$$

[@swamprat69er]

@@johnrledrew That is the way I was taught when I apprenticed for electrician. Most of the time when I was wiring outlets and switches the electrician I was working under had already energized the circuits. So I was wiring the outlets 'hot'. Heavy boots and insulated tools are your best friends.

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Thank you for the comprehensive video on how to get it done. I appreciate your explanation of key details. Very helpful to DIYers. I would caution that most local codes do define “temporary,” meaning that after the end of the “temporary” period (usually months - NOT years as you described) an inspection WILL be required! This is not to criticize your work - your procedures are sound. BTW, a good electrical contractor has one (or more) techs who focus solely on small jobs. Small jobs create thankful & loyal customers. Guess who they’ll call when they have a bigger job? Being willing to take on small jobs makes loyal customers at the very least, and has the potential to win bigger jobs down the road, either thru repeat business or referrals. IMHO, having one (or more) techs who focus solely on small jobs pays off in the long run.

[@osajohnson1957]

Jeff, Watching you is like sitting in a garage with a favorite uncle. working on a build. The videography and editing is wonderful. Your descriptions are so clear and conscise. However, THIS gem of a tutorial has just given me so much knowledge and even better, CONFIDENCE. I got this!

[@braddechion4343]

Nice layout and well done on the video. The only thing i would have done differently would be to mount a weather tight box on the outside instead of the 90° junction point on the inside. Essentially the same functionality, but ill never have to worry about cleaning off my work bench to access it. It would also serve as a junction point for later permanent power.

[@previnmarquez3753]

I like that he's a regular guy doing stuff to save...on wiring, I'd have rolled out more and had fastened it flat to the studs/rafters. Functionally it does nothing but looks neater. Nice work regardless. Thanks!

[@wandah8225]

This "temporary-to-permanent" concept is very practical and time-saving for the future. Thus seems mostly practical if the shed is within 75 ft of the power source. My shed will be about 135-150 ft from any power source and would have to run through a garden and around other objects. So, I am looking at a possible solar solution. Anyone else considering this option?

[@Paap810]

I’m in the same situation. $7000 for a sub panel with permits Looking for something as an alternative because my 200’ extension cord can only do so much.

[@jameseaston2028]

​@@Paap810Rent a trencher from home depot for $100, buy the conduit/boxes, wires, sub panel, wire clamps for box, plastic shields for tec wire, breakers and install it all. Have an electrician inspect your work and tell you if there's any issues. Fix any issues and have them make the final connection to the house and sign off. Saves you thousands, you learn new tricks and the electrician can make $500 for a half hour of work 😅

[@bnasty267]

2 extension cords? That's what I have going right now for my shed which is just over 100ft from an exterior outlet. One of these days I'll rent a ditch witch and bury a line, but it's been working fine. Just use 12/2 extension cord if you plan to run any power tools out there. I wrapped where the cords connect with shrink wrap (like for packaging) and no issues. Extension cords can be found surprisingly cheap, considering UF-B wire is like $2/foot.

[@ghostridergale]

I used a solar system, but it’s for my chicken coop tractor. Since it’s set up basically like a RV trailer that I can hook to the hitch of my truck and move it anywhere on my 5 acres. Using the grid for power would have been a problem every time I moved the coop tractor. So I ran my own solar system with the solar panels on the roof of the coop with the battery inside the coop. Gives me enough power for all the lights I need in the coop plus power for a heater to run in freezing weather and a heater water bowl . I have also used drills in the coop as well. Only thing I have to do when I move the coop tractor is maybe have to change the angle of my solar panels for the best sun shine to hit my panels. My system actually was fairly cheap, got a solar kit from harbor freight and a medium size converter to handle the amount of power I be using in the coop. My lights are all 12 volt bulbs and surprisingly very bright! I bought the light bulbs on Amazon and their a clear glass bulb instead of frosted which dims the lights a bit. Later on I did run a 110 volt power line going around the 3 watts of the coop with plug ins. I ran a RV male plug that’s got a waterproof surround and lid on the outside of the coop. Just like you find on most any RV trailer. Now if I ever need to use 110 volt power inside the coop tractor I just have to run an extension cord to the coop and plug it in. With solar as your only source of power you still have to deal with bad weather and when the sun not shining you don’t get much power charging your battery bank. It’s nice to have the option to still have the 110 volt power installed inside your building where you can still connect a extension cord in a pinch to get you by least for a short period of time! Or least be able to connect a generator if the power grid too far away?

[@bobbg9041]

30:49 they could require a permit for solar , any way they can take your money. Do you think in the 1800s you had to pull a permit to cut down a tree and build a log cabin. Dig a hole as a well , or install a outhouse? Maybe the wind mill that put water in the horse troft needed a city permit? This is a Free country? Whos kidding who? No building permits and code came about because of some of the disasters in the past where whole cities burned down like sf and the windy city. And or because people would wire a new outlet with 16/2 no ground speaker wire. People had no clue how to make it safe.

[@B1CxR3FLEX]

the ontario building code guys must just love you lol

[@nialldaly7108]

Hi Jeff, I am in Ireland, I worked for an American Railway Signalling Company here for 11 years. All our slotted screws were always vertical - Reason given was moisture can run down the slot and also while all being Vertical, then looked better. Perhaps just me but I would have run Plastic Conduit along the horizontal run, would have looked very professional. Good work, Great at explaining. Here in Ireland, The UK and Europe in general, Brown = Live, Blue=Neutral and Green/Yellow striped = Earth (CPC). Old Colours were Red =Live, Black= Neutral and Green=Earth (CPC). Philips and Robertson screws :) well we have our problems here too, Metric and Imperial pipe fittings mixed in the one installation , especially something built from 30 years ago and parts upgraded. So you could have 1/2 inch Copper, 1/2 inch Qualpex (plastic imperial) and 15mm Acorn (Grey metric) and perhaps Polly Pipe and fittings outside which would be for 1/2 and 3/4 black plastic hose pipe with both thick and standard wall thickness with White and light blue inserts for thick and thin or vice versa, Only the correct one will fit.

[@LittleMopeHead]

I like the idea! Love the title as it is kind of permanent on the shed side, temporary on the outside.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers

[@twcstransam]

Has anyone said you sound like Red Green? Not the incompetent part just the sound, you definitely know what you are doing.

[@jeffriley-lq5np]

he’s incompetent. must be a canadian virtue

[@jeffriley-lq5np]

he’s incompetent. must be a canadian virtue

[@DCVinson]

Anyone that says you don’t need an electrical permit for this is incompetent. I’m a building inspectors that follows the national electrical code. (NEC) he is wrong.

[@twcstransam]

@DCVinson well just because where you are for an extension cord to supply 2 outlets needs a permit doesn't mean you have to have a permit everywhere for temporary electric. I don't have to have a permit to do anything, build a wind turbine, build a 30x50x12 shop and wire it, build a barn, build a house, etc. Not everywhere in the country is as "advanced" as where you are, not all of us us live in a city, thank God for that.

[@martind3787]

you are the best especially for us DIY’ers, who know squat about anything but are willing to admit when they’re over their heads, like me! …….you’re the BEST ! eh!

[@user-uv1zt6dc1g]

You should hook up ground first neutral second and black last as a good practice, in some case see people think the turned power off and didn’t if you hook up hot first you are now working live

[@p39483]

Use a generator plug box for a cleaner interface e.g. NEMA SS2-50P going to a panel in the shed. Then install an RV receptical on the house.

[@tombiggs4687]

I used a boat/RV adapter that fits into the wall. I assumed that's what you were going to install when you drilled that big hole in the wall... not just a dangling bit of cord. The inset adapter has a male plug set inset, and has a cap to seal it when not in use.

[@tatobienenginecarts]

I have to say. You explained this so well that I trust myself to do it without having to hire no one. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ GREAT JOB!

[@barbie5697]

Thank you so much!!!! I was just thinking last week I’d like to run lighting into my shed. This will be my Spring project. ☺️💕

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@travisjones2636]

I'm a polymer scientist and your comment about silicone v. polyurethane sealants surprised me. Silicone doesn't stick well to wood, so I could see how water could intrude after adhesion loss with wooden building materials. Otherwise, unless someone did something crazy when formulating, a silicone-based sealant should be far more stable against damage by water than any polyurethane-based sealant. Could you share more about your experience with silicone sealants with us?

[@SK-qt1rm]

My question also. Am I waterproofing stuff all wrong?

[@binnsbrian]

@@SK-qt1rmThey use silicone when making fish tanks.

[@larryjolicoeur7169]

​@binnsbrian you don't make wooden fish tanks

[@kaybreece8701]

​@@larryjolicoeur7169you missed the point

[@chrisfry2474]

They make silicon boobs, I don't think they absorb water in the shower. That would be great though... " take your time in the shower".

[@stevek6921]

I've done this work before, DIY, but I learned a couple of things to make the next one easier. Thanks!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers

[@jfig786]

I like the simplicity of this electrical run. I'm thinking of doing the same. Even with 35 years experience you can still make mistakes.

[@nvwilderness6902]

You are the first person to explain why you put one on the bottom vs. the top. I've been wondering for years. 🙂

[@jeffriley-lq5np]

you dont. hes an idiot

[@jeffriley-lq5np]

you dont. hes an idiot

[@benbou]

Great video. I don't know about Ontario, but in Québec we have to permanently mark white wires, when used as a switch loop (black sharpie on all the visible white of the wire).

[@chrisflavelle1200]

Best method is to get heat shrink and a neat gun. Makes a more permanent indication,

[@larryjolicoeur7169]

In Ontario you cannot permanently mark a white wire any colour unless it is #1 or larger

[@StanlocoInc]

Absolutely amazing teaching Jeff. I swear I’d love to watch a show with Jeff and Mike Rowe work together. Kinda like Tim Allens Home Improvement meets This old house.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Would love to have him on the show

[@flowercatsmeowmeow4744]

😂😅😊I laughed out load several times through out this episode...especially about the sitting in the road. I will never understand why people don't just keep moving thru people blocking the road...

[@gamingwithmikentim3539]

I really love how through you are with your videos. Not just now this and now that but why. And you don't rush in doing step by step. I'm buying my first house as I comment, so I'm trying to start learning more before I start planning any upgrades.

[@joseph7105]

44:50 What about weatherproofing that male plug?

[@Nhfilz]

Check out the Leviton Decora Edge receptacles, they will change the way you wire. Even the electricians I have heard from swear by them because of how much faster they are for the same price.

[@AdamS-lh2ug]

Here in MN, we hold our drrill at our hip to keep the holes level. We also use a Milwaukee right anglel, but that is commercial electric. There are obviously more than one way to accomplish this. Some people make a leveling stick but that takes too much time for production.

[@brianruhlman4801]

Temp/permanent alt: Wire underground up onto post by building into appropriate covered receptacle(amps as needed). Flex cord(through wall) fitted with a plug into brkr panel. Plug into receptacle. Avoids inspection but also some real property tax because of its temp designation by using a cord/plug.

[@foogod4237]

When you talk about permitting and inspection requirements, you really need to make it clear *where you are located.* These requirements can vary drastically from one place to another, and just because this doesn't require a permit for you does not mean that's true for lots of other people in other places. In many places, even if the connection to the shed itself is not "permanent", if you are doing any _permanent modification to the structure_ for it, such as everything you are doing inside in this video, that work still may well need a permit and inspector sign-off before it can be used. Everyone should always check with their own local city/county offices to determine whether something they're doing requires permits or not. Don't just blindly trust what some yahoo claims in a KZbin video. (I was pretty impressed with the rest of the video, though. This is all really good quality work, and a good example of how to do this sort of stuff correctly. Much better than lots of other DIY KZbin videos out there. I do wish you'd actually put some sort of weatherproof box on the outside so that the (non-waterproof) extension cord plug connection could be done somewhere out of the elements. The current way, you just can't really safely plug in the shed in the winter time, which seems kinda dumb.)

[@keldonator]

I think you mean used legally, obviously it can be used

[@shockcoach]

Definitely need an electrical permit in WA state. I’m also fairly certain the NV also requires one.

[@larryjolicoeur7169]

You do in Ontario too ( where he is doing this work ) but it makes for a catchy title.

[@billm.8220]

As a former electrician, I approve this installation !! Well done Jeff.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Bill!

[@djea3589]

Go read my response. As a "former Electrician you should know better.

[@nickd920]

It's amazing to learn how to do this stuff. I've put in a couple of power outlets and connected to breaker switches for my garage. Got fed up with trying to use an extension cord. I've also added light switches and more power outlets in my house along with fixing someone electrical crap job where grounds were broke in 2 outlets and he had 2 light switches hooked up to 1 outlet for the garbage disposal and dishwasher. I'm a newbie but someone was incompetent in the stuff I found.

[@rockland2]

A light switch to a dishwasher? That’s crazy!

[@RobertsMind]

Also good to note on your switches and outlets that the push fitting for the wire is a single time use per most manufacturers so once you pull the wire out of it you have to use the screw contacts anyway. There have also been a number of studies showing a number of different circumstances where failure of a switch or receptable is due to a push connector issue. Screw connectors all day if you want it to be one and done and easy to work on later if you need to. Great job man. Always love your videos. I am not a certified electrician but I was a certified electrical engineer and I am a handyman. Keep the great content coming.

[@tacka73]

41:49 I like your honesty Jeff when you forgot to put top of plug on 👍🏼

[@Plexus37]

was looking for this. I do this so often and have that' DAMN IT' moment :) Humans.

[@brianwhitehouse8380]

I too was chuckling when I saw him start attaching the plug end, and the the top magically appeared at 42:20. I didn’t hear him say anything though😂

[@nakedtommy40]

One surprise I had wiring a shed (exposed studs) was that per code, any horizontal wires had to be attached underneath to an added horizontal blocking stud or up to the top plate so as the sheathed wire could never be used to hang something. Can’t lay it in the bottom plate as something could potentially be placed on that sheathed wire. Very logical precaution.

[@GoodwillCriminalsOfDallas]

Any outlet being directly exposed to the outside like that should also have a wrap or two of electrical tape around the outlet to cover the contacts. Distance from outlet to 1st staple is generally 12 inches. Also, don't forget the stretch loop in the outgoing wire. I just bend the wire in a half loop before stapling. That way you have room to move the outlet if you want to.

[@larryjolicoeur7169]

That's good practice but not code

[@MrWaldorfian]

Great video as always. Lots of tips for beginner DIYers and good reminders for older DIYers like myself. One question though, you have your male plug running outside to attach to the extension cord, but you didn't show anything about weatherproofing that connection. I was waiting to see if you were going to put another L connector box on the outside too like you used on the inside or one of those outdoor receptacle boxes with the clear plastic lid for rain protection. What are your thoughts on this?

[@andrewsjpUTube]

I used an RV connector box for the temporary connection. Available on Amazon.

[@henrythe83rd18]

Hey Jeff. I suggest doing a pigtail on your outlet receptacles. At 30:15 Bring the blacks together and pigtail one black/white (other than the switch leg wiring) to it instead of relying on the little brass tap to make your connection. I was told this by old timer electrician long ago. It is better practice. Probably even code. Cheers!

[@jimbritttn]

PIGTAILS ARE JUST AN UNNEEDED EXTRA CONNECTION THAT CAN FAIL

[@cjc9719]

Exactly what I was thinking when I saw that. Pigtailing is definitely best practice in that situation, best not to rely on a brass tab that is designed to snap off fairly easily. As far as providing connection to all downstream power supply, the pigtail replaces the tab, so its not really an unneeded extra connection. It is a superior connection that replaces an inferior one. The pigtail's wire nut is designed for the exact purpose of making that connection (to everything downstream) - the tab may be adequate but it is specifically designed to supply a power connection between the outlet's dual receptacles, not a connection across the outlet to everything downstream.

[@henrythe83rd18]

@@cjc9719Especially if you have higher load which can cause the receptacle to overheat

[@larryjolicoeur7169]

Electrician here , no need to pigtail the receptacles are designed to handle full load

[@jimbritttn]

@@larryjolicoeur7169 YEP! All pigtails do is add one more unneeded failure point!

[@MysticWanderer]

talking about 15 or 20 amp wire and outlets but one thing not mentioned. You can run 12 gauge with a 20 amp breaker and 15 amp outlets per code. You can use lower rated outlets in the same way you can put 15 amp outlets in a bathroom that requires a 20 amp circuit. You can't do the opposite (shouldn't need to say that one and Jeff did say that). The point is that you only run 15 amps on any given outlet but you can run power hungry tools that are individually able to work on a 15 amp circuit but together would require a 20 so long as you don't go over 15 amps total on any one outlet.

[@dsingerful]

This is, by far and away, the very best channel on KZbin!!! Thank you for all you do.

[@Timothy-NH]

Last summer, I helped a friend do this very thing, except the shed was pretty far from the house, so we did some solar panels on the roof, 12v LED lighting and an inverter for AC power. We also put in a generator plug on the outside and a manual transfer switch on the inside setup so that the generator would charge the batteries and power the outlets.

[@switz008]

Good video for beginners, i am trying to get my son into electrical apprenticeship and your videos are great! Just a thought, run the temporary extention cord from outside through the siding port to the inside... so the non waterproof plug is inside.

[@switz008]

Yes, I could show him stuff myself but kids prefer to see someone else in a video online, don't ask me why but yeah. He has seen inside lineman videos and they were boring so i wanted him to see how we actually do things lol

[@davidmorris2234]

The USA desperately needs more apprenticeship programs for all of the building trades, as contractors are having a difficult time finding qualified workers. Children in their first or second year of high school should be encouraged to join apprenticeship training if their academic tests show that they are unlikely to be heading to college. This is how most European countries are set up so that the high school students graduate with a completed apprenticeship program of the students choice, or they continue on to college which is free for all students who have the grades and test scores to qualify for free university programs. It’s no wonder that American students have fallen behind all European students.

[@susanwylie4460]

thank you so much for teaching me all of the details in all of your projects. I have learned so much from you at a time now that I truly need to know this stuff. you have helped me immensely. God Bless

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Happy to help. Cheers

[@rayvarnson8976]

Here in Cowlitz county if the shed is under 200 sq ft, no need for building inspection and no electrical. I use SO cord. Three outlets one light switch for four led tube type lights.

[@brycestewart3181]

Black wire on the brass screw. White wire on the silver screw. Thx for sharing.....

[@Cybertruck_69]

Your videos are great. Really have learned a lot. Thanks.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Happy to help!

[@JesseSnider1021]

I live in North Eastern Ontario in an unorganized township and am considering doing this type of setup for my chicken coop. Great video. Thanks!

[@piercepopculturedesigns9380]

When I ran mine I used a small RV inlet. Was very efficient and waterproof.

[@craigvelardi7420]

I usually pigtail to each outlet so if an outlet fails it's quick to find the failed outlet, but the rest will still work, whereas running wires in and out of each outlet it's more difficult to find which outlet failed because when one goes out they all go out.

[@fratrortcqc]

You can also use a Robertson no 1 on the outlet

[@secretweaponevan]

Nice cut @42:19. I've done that one more than I'd like to admit.

[@Herby-1620]

Others have mentioned having a neutral in the switch box. Personally I'd put an outlet/switch combo in the switch box and make use of the neutral as well. The other thing to mention is that (as I understand it), the horizontal runs of exposed wiring can't be at that level, they must be 6 feet or higher. This is to make sure the wire isn't used for some other purpose (hanging something up, or standing on it). Also the "tamper proof" outlets are a pain (but required now). As for GFCI, I suspect that the extension cord feeding this "temporary" installation is probably plugged into one.

[@jasnapon]

Always wire ground neutral hot good practice reverse when disconnectindisconnecting

[@VinnysProjects]

I saw what you did there when you were wiring up the plug!

[@2Davo77]

Consider adding lights toward each end, with a ceiling fan in the middle; LOVE the breeze when I'm working in the garage.

[@rockland2]

A ceiling fan is a must! Without one that shed will be an oven.

[@tedm4932]

Thank you for all the helpful little hints along the way. Truly helps !!!!! I learn much from watching you !! 👍🙏

[@SteversIO]

More Therapy by Jeff. Love watching these videos. So therapeutic.

[@joseph7105]

48:15 this is why being a handyman on the side is so great. I can pick up small jobs and charge $250/hr and people are just glad i am available

[@peeonthe3rdrail414]

You're a bad person. That's highway robbery.

[@ziprock]

A different approach that that can be sealed nicely for weather/bugs is a pvc junction box on the exterior, then out of the bottom of the box have a 6 inch whip with a male cord end on some sjo type of wire. or just have the cord end inside the junction box, take the cover off to plug in your shed, then unplug and tuck the male cord end into the jbox when you don't need power. later on if you decide to bring 30 or 60 amps out to your shed or shop that junction box can easily be swapped for an outside surface box for a 15a gfci or something else to suit your needs.

[@dustinclark8946]

gonna be doing exactly this in March/April. Thank you Jeff

[@Griffolion0]

The previous owners of my house did something similar with their shed. They ran 50a 240v to a NEMA plug on the outside of the house. Put a 50a 240V NEMA plug on the outside of the shed and ran it as the supply to a small panel in the shed. Whenever they wanted power in the shed, he'd just use a NEMA power cord to connect the two sockets. Everything about it felt incredibly wrong but I respect his desire to not pull a permit if he didn't have to. 😆

[@vickigonya9432]

❤ thank you so much❤ I cannot find people to do small jobs and with your excellent tutorial I think I can do this!!🎉

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad I could help!

[@gillesdesilets9174]

Just saying but I would of added an other PVC elbow box on the outside like the one you put inside, that way your outside connection would be out of the weather and it would have been easier to seal the siding. Nice video.

[@SamCanada1]

Thanks for the video. It'll come in handy in the spring. You say it's hot but you're not even sweating.

[@Cybertruck_69]

for the outlet, you should have made a pigtail and not use the outlet as a thru device. With no pigtail it is impossible to change the outlet without causing a problems downstream. Pigtails make box fill a bit more of an issue to neatly tuck in.

[@tay13666]

Either way is code. Besides, the whole circuit should be dead if you are going to be changing devices.

[@lestersmith8758]

Also by not pig tailing the ground wires you have lost your ground connection at the first box. Because the boxes are non metallic. You shouldn't put these kinds of videos up and get someone electrocuted.

[@tay13666]

@@lestersmith8758 He said those boxes have a metal strip in them to connect the ground wires. That is why he screwed both grounds to the box, then left one long to connect to the device.

[@abcdefghijklmnop514]

you should pig tail every outlet box so if one outlet goes bad it doesn’t ruin the whole circuit

[@YellowBunchofBananas]

Good practice but probably doesn't matter when you only have two boxes.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

if one goes bad i just replace it. no worries!

[@nellermann]

Canadians are sure proud of their robertson square drive screws. haha

[@georgequalls5043]

Been doing my own home wiring for 40 years. Nothing has burned down yet (knocking on wood). Always interested in learning something new.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

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[@johnking2711]

nice job Jeff but your first plug needs to be a GFI you know better

[@bc-guy852]

A LOT more is shown here than 'running a temporary power line to a shed' LOL Nice techniques... eh? I didn't know you are Canadian! I always assume what I hear on KZbin refers to US Code but when I heard you say 'Robertson'... I figured, then later you confirm! Even better! (Always nice to hear CANADIAN Code! and 35 years of experience.)

[@omobeanz340]

Great video. Just a suggestion. Use a male RV shore power inlet plug inside an exterior outlet box. It's waterproof and looks professional and the connection itself is protected from direct element exposure.. When you're ready for permanent power you're ready to go and don't have to scrape all that foam and poly out. Additionally the siding is already protected and done correctly.

[@bc-guy852]

@@omobeanz340 That makes a lot of sense!

[@NickCastle-yy1og]

What wire did you use I’m looking to do the same but not sure what I should get

[@ericheft6184]

Confused about the choice of the male plug outside the building. Why have it outside where its exposed to the weather?

[@c50ge]

At 19:08 when you cut your wire don’t let it drop to the ground. If your spending the day wiring each time you don’t have to climb down the ladder, retrieve the wire, climb back up the ladder. Saves time and saves Charlie horses at night. (Yes I’m an old guy) Love your videos, been watching for several years.

[@brucejohnston4908]

Excellent video, fast presentation with tons of handy tips, no fluff. Thanks!

[@pleasantpatch]

i'm an electrician by trade, I work in the tech sector now, but to this day, every single plug I wire, I mumble to myself "black to brass or you're on your a**" BTW I think you did a fantastic job. You are the man!

[@denisegaylord382]

Can I ask some questions? 😊 I am getting ready to rewire my house. I was gifted a 1000 ft spool of 12/3 Can I just use it, and use 20amp plugs where appropriate, and 15 amp plugs elsewhere on 12/3? What do I do with the red traveler wire in this scenario?

[@abrahammc2125]

@@denisegaylord382 Red traveler wire is useless in your scenario... Unless you want to run some half hot receptacles. For your 15 amp receptacle on 20 amp circuit, i believe you arent allowed to do so unless you run a 15 amp breaker on the 20 amp circuit. There are plenty of videos on youtube from experts just youtube search the term "15 amp receptacle on 20 amp circuit" they go over the question and answer it using the NEC code book

[@denisegaylord382]

@@abrahammc2125 thank you for your suggestion. I have to replace the panel. My house was built probably in the late 1930's/early 40's. Electric was added later, and repeatedly expanded, than the original build, so there is a mishmash of service, sub panels, panels, fuses, and circuit breakers. A whole lot of sketchy connections. Thank God it's a cinder block house, otherwise I think it would have burned the ground by now. 😳 So I can just clip the extra traveler off so it's out of the way? it's not being used to carry any power to an outlet. I do have a couple of places that I want 3 pole switches to control some lights, in those scenarios I will be using it. The outlets that will be 15 amp, will be on a 15amp breaker. I know traditionally 12 gauge wire is used for 20 amp circuits, where 14 gauge wire is used for 15 amp circuits. But being thrifty, (read this as frugal, cheap or blessed) I was just going to use the 12 gauge for switches and outlets, with the appropriate breakers and outlets based off of the amps on the circuit.

[@edsyphan3425]

Hey, I want to get that put on a T Shirt!

[@steveharris947]

Yes when my electrician buddy was teaching me his version was " black on brass will save your a** "

[@andrewpopoff3453]

Run your outdoor rated extension cord into the LB, white Romex is not rated for outdoor use

[@yarekk]

Jeff, as temporary as it is meant to be, an MC cable may have been a better choice for very little extra $$$. Especially since you’re not closing the walls.

[@gerrymcintosh4477]

If I was going to do this much work, I would have wired it permanently. Just saying, but a great job Jeff. 🇨🇦💝👍

[@davidkirby3667]

Why not more receptacles along all walls and maybe one outside.

[@robeckel4965]

at 42:19, how did you get the backshell on the wire after connecting the plug without it?

[@Martin444444444]

He realized his mistake and removed the plug, then shell, and then the plug again. :)

[@joseph7105]

Some come in two pieces and clap or screw together

[@DD45]

I smiled when I saw him attaching the plug before the backshell too. Magic of video editing.

[@darrylreynolds3912]

thanks for the video. You starting with your termination point at the switch lifted a lot of confusion for me about wiring. for me.

[@fredmontgomery9436]

Thanks for the step by step instructions. You taught me so much today!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad I could help!