Installing The Correct Box and Cover For Exterior Outlets

[@LzysGraphics]

For those using this as a complete replacement tutorial, don't forget that any outlets found in damp locations, not just wet locations are required to be listed as weather-resistant. NEC 406.9 (A). In the video you can see a 15 amp WR GFCI is used.

[@KameraShy]

Yes. That should have been stated.

[@LzysGraphics]

One quick tip for a faster install, the Hubbell Taymac in use cover features keyhole slots where the device screws are located, you can actually back out the device screws holding the outlet in place, slide the cover on and use the device screws to hold both the GFCI and the cover with a single set of screws.

[@everydayhomerepairshelp7417]

Thanks for the feedback and I also really like the all metal Taymac in use cover 👍👍

[@jimadams2113]

Use a TayMac all metal cover instead. They are much more durable.

[@everydayhomerepairshelp7417]

I would say that is my favorite cover as well. Thanks for the feedback!

[@kjkromm]

No clamp on wire, no pigtail to ground box.

[@LeeBv9983]

Should you silicone caulk where the outlet cover meets the brick?

[@ConorPorter]

I would have done so.

[@ItchyKneeSon]

Same question. It can't hurt if you caulk the hole really well an maybe even the top half of the box.

[@everydayhomerepairshelp7417]

Yeah, it would be good to put 100% silicone on the top and sides. I would leave the bottom open just in case any moisture got behind the box it has a way out.

[@lauralong111]

helpful

[@MrJpiarull]

This doesn't require an extra ground wire pigtail to bond the box?

[@everydayhomerepairshelp7417]

I should have made that more clear as the GFCI has a self grounding wire/strap that connects the grounded yoke through the mounting screw to the box.

[@kjkromm]

It does.

[@jayjudd6518]

Great. 😊

[@everydayhomerepairshelp7417]

Thanks! 😃