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We need to make sure that we are doing things up to code. So if you can help us with these questions it would really help. How far do you put the light switchs and the plug ins from the floor? Can I go from the GFCI RECEPTCAL in the bathroom to the outside plug on the porcch and does it got to be protected by the $35 breaker? Or if you have anything else that u want to tell us please help.
It has to be inspected so there cant be a fire.
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If you want to make sure you are doing things to code, then you should invest and read the 2011 National Electric Code [NFPA 70].
Switch and receptacle heights are generally not regulated by code. There are just rules of thumb and common sense applications. Typically, switches are set between 40 and 48 inches from the floor. Receptacles are generally placed at 16 to 20 inches from the floor. In all living spaces, there must be one receptacle within 6 feet of any wall break (door, fireplace, hall, etc.) and be within 12 feet of the next receptacle location.
Bathroom GFCI receptacles are required to be on a separate 20 amp circuit that feeds no other outlets. The outside receptacles (also GFCI protected) must be on a different circuit from the bathroom circuit. The breakers does not need to be of a GFCI type as long as the receptacles are GFCI rated (which is usually the cheaper option).
Since you do not have the familiarity with the electrical codes, you would be well advised to consult with a licensed electrician. There are many outfits that will do walkthroughs to point out deficiencies for a modest fee. Electrical inspectors in most areas will only tolerate so much before red tagging your build if you try to use them to point out your mistakes.
If you want to make sure you are doing things to code, then you should invest and read the 2011 National Electric Code [NFPA 70].
Switch and receptacle heights are generally not regulated by code. There are just rules of thumb and common sense applications. Typically, switches are set between 40 and 48 inches from the floor. Receptacles are generally placed at 16 to 20 inches from the floor. In all living spaces, there must be one receptacle within 6 feet of any wall break (door, fireplace, hall, etc.) and be within 12 feet of the next receptacle location.
Bathroom GFCI receptacles are required to be on a separate 20 amp circuit that feeds no other outlets. The outside receptacles (also GFCI protected) must be on a different circuit from the bathroom circuit. The breakers does not need to be of a GFCI type as long as the receptacles are GFCI rated (which is usually the cheaper option).
Since you do not have the familiarity with the electrical codes, you would be well advised to consult with a licensed electrician. There are many outfits that will do walkthroughs to point out deficiencies for a modest fee. Electrical inspectors in most areas will only tolerate so much before red tagging your build if you try to use them to point out your mistakes.
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