SAVE $300 EACH!! How to Add an Outlet from Another Outlet

In this video, Chris shows how to add an outlet from another outlet. Technically, there is no limit to the number of outlets on a circuit so it's very common to wire a new outlet from an existing outlet. You are only limited by the amp rating of the circuit, meaning your running devices can't exceed the amperage of the circuit.
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REGARDING THE CONTROVERSY: The two sets of screws on a duplex receptacle weren’t put there as wire connectors; they are needed in case you want to split the two plugs on two different circuits. You can separate the two screws by removing the tab between them. However, code allows you to use them as wire connectors if you want. But it’s not required.

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Great explanation with real wires and real outlets. Very helpful.

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Just completed adding an outlet for my flatscreen behind the tv. Your video walked me right through it perfectly. I tested everything and it was perfect. Thank you

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Great video! Of course the trick is always how you get the wires bent and back in the box. I'd like to see you do that. That is the one thing that is always challenging for me.

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Very good example. Some may try to daisy chain this when inexperienced, very good explanation. Myself personally I wire nut wires under a wire nut with their pigtail.

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I use pigtails when needed. But I have no issue using the screws for two wires.

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I want to run 3 plugs, one switch and a light/fan to a single plug for off grid. Can a single plug handle that?

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Awesome video!!! This helps me a lot as I am going to finish a small room and just need a couple of outlets installed. Luckily the backside of both walls are exposed so easy peasy. Makes me feel confident now that I have to get it inspected. Well done!!

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A perfect video! I watched it twice and was able to add a GFCI outlet under my kitchen sink! It was a bit of a pain cutting through the back of the cabinet, then drywall, and trying to strip wires with the disposal in the way while on my back, but it turned out perfectly. Next time I'll do a little more pre-planning! 😂 Thank you for sharing your expertise!

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Very good video. Regarding the overheat/over current from fastening both hots to the gold screw. Because of the shunt between the gold screws/post electrically they are the same whether individually attached or using the wago. Personally I like the wago far above screwing down to the post. Thanks

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Thank you for the tip. Grounding wire connectors were new to me. Thank you for the tip about using the tester. I do so all the time and, just yesterday, I was working on my dog porch. The panel was supposed to shut down 8 outlets, the outside light and the 4 LED ceiling lights. I found a 3 way switch was still hot. The breaker was mislabeled and the inside lights are powered from the adjacent room's lighting circuit. Also I was warned by my electrician to avoid quick connectors. He had a couple get hot and melt; he thought because the metal connection is so thin. If wires are twisted together, 3 three wires shouldn't overheat using a proper sized wire nut. Also, my house was built with the cheapest outlets, so I replaced them with Leviton's upgraded outlets. My other home center stopped stocking Leviton, but seemed to have similar. Those are both great, excepting the metal back plate is also a ground strip.. usually still better than the 39 cent variety. When the dog porch was completed, I had the contractor install the outlets. Somehow the hot wire rubbed against that metal back plate. I'm not sure why, but after a few years, when plugging something into that outlet, the hot would come into contact with ground, so always make sure all that extra wire is tucked away from the back of the outlet. In my case it was never enough spark to trip the GFI or breaker but, after 6 years, melted the insulation off the last 1 1/2 inches of the black wire.

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Many thanks for your videos. I have watched several. They are extremely helpful. Do you have a video for a GFCI Receptacle installation with other outlets in-line? Thanks, again.

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Thank you for your videos as they definitely help the husband at home complete some simple diy projects. I have what may be a stupid question.. i’ve always avoided doing electrical because it can be very unforgiving. But I’m learning a lot more and becoming a little more comfortable. I am adding a second outlet using an existing outlet. My question is, what type of wire do I use? As I went to a hardware store to pick some up I found out there are many many different kinds. So as I said, I am new to this, so bear with me lol. Thank you for all your help.

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Find the circuit breaker for the existing outlet. The number on it (usually 15 or 20) is the amperage rating. If it’s 15, you can use 14/2 wire. If it’s 20, you need to use 12/2 wire.

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Quick question for ya. I purchased a Klein Tools RT250 GFCI Outlet Tester with LCD Display. It's saying "open ground." I used one of those green nuts with a hole at the end to twistthe two groundstogether. Did I mess something up, or should it be reading that way?

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@y00o00u00t00u00b00e Test the incoming ground wire to see if you can voltage when tested against the hot. If no voltage, there is a break upstream. If it has voltage, tighten the connection with the outlet pigtail.

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So helpful. Annnnnd since you helped me scrutinize the details, I must tell you that I noticed at 5:34 that you have the black wire wrapped around the brass screw COUNTERclockwise. I wouldn't have noticed if you hadn't made a big point of it earlier in the video. Proof of good teaching! ;-)

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Great Video very helpful! when wiring multiple outlets on a run, do you want to make a pigtail for each outlet

[@handydadtv]

Always use pigtails on the ground. I generally use the screws for white and black, unless I have a third wire.

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[@pytheas201]

Nice! Could you also use the wego connector for the ground instead of the green nut?

[@handydadtv]

Yes, you can use a normal wire nut or Wago connector to bond the grounds with a pigtail to the outlet.

[@aaronbalagtas]

Very helpful video! This should be good for a garage ready refrigerator, correct? I’m planning on adding another outlet for the fridge alone from one of the existing outlets in the garage. Thanks in advance!

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Consider running a new circuit for the fridge because they use a lot of startup power and it could flicker your lights depending on whatever else is on the existing circuit. If it’s not an option, then sure you can extend an existing circuit.

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Yes, thank you,, very helpful video. Been a carpenter all my life, but never messed with electrical. I had "pro's" upgrade house to breakers, a ran a few new circuits. But, had an after thought, and want to add another outlet up higher on the wall, for a wall mount tv. Still have one side of the drywall off, so much easier now, than later! My question is if it is ok/safe to add another outlet. I wish I could send a pic, ha!, but I believe this new "tv" outlet would be the 3rd outlet on this new circuit. PS: the pigtail thing went by a bit quick for me, but think I got it after watching it a few times, 😆 I hope I can find those little connectors. I ass-ume, it doesn't matter in what "order" the source/hot wire, and the out going (2nd) black wire go into the connector? And then the 3rd "pigtail" wire(s) goes to source outlet. Thanks again!

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Technically, there is no limit to the number of outlets on a circuit. You’re only limited by the amperage capacity of the circuit. If you attempt to use too many devices at the same time, you could pop the breaker. The average 4K TV uses around 1 amp so that’s not going to be an issue for you.

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Clearly explained, Question, can I use this procedure when mounting a GFIC outlet on the exterior wall using the required waterproof box and enclosure? Thank you

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Yes. Just connect the wires to the LINE screws on the GFCI.

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Thanks for this video! I’m in this situation adding an outlet on the other side of our bathroom vanity. Any special steps for adding the second outlet from a GFCI outlet?

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I’ll be doing a video specifically on this topic soon because it’s a common question. But this video will also help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpPQg3iKntOqZqM

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[@carczar4536]

Very informative video. Just had a question. Could you have created a pigtail for the ground wire just like you did for the black and white wires using one of those connectors? Or was there a reason you didn't? Thank you very much for your time and expertise.

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Yes, I could have just used a wire nut and pigtail. No different electrically.

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How many of these can you link together safely? Thank you for the video. Very straightforward and easy to follow.

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Capacity is limited by the circuit breaker, not by the number of outlets.