Wall sockets in your home come in all shapes and forms. Some electrical outlets have a T-shaped hole to indicate that they're rated at 20A, while others feature USB ports to make charging your ...
Homeowners are often blindsided during inspections when a seemingly simple project triggers a sweeping outlet replacement requirement. Once you open a wall, add a deck, or upgrade HVAC equipment, ...
Section 406.13 of the 2011 Edition of the NEC states, "All nonlocking-type, 125V, 15A and 20A receptacles located in guest rooms and guest suites shall be listed tamper-resistant receptacles." The top ...
All questions and answers are based on the 2011 NEC. Q. Are outdoor receptacles at a dwelling unit required to be tamper-resistant? A. Yes. According to 406.12, all non-locking type 15A and 20A, 125V ...