Hey fellow DIYers! Below👇are all the timestamps to help you navigate the video. There is A LOT of information packed in this video that will be helpful to use as a future reference to find specific information. Also, check out my membership offer where you can find exclusive content th-cam.com/channels/UJXaEduMHGB3Iap3DusmAA.htmljoin . Enjoy! Timestamps Intro 00:00 14/2 Wire VS 12/2 Wire 00:00:47 Wiring Supplies 00:02:26 Garage Door Receptacle Placement 00:05:05 6/17 Rule Explained 00:06:51 How To Rough In Outlet Wiring 00:07:54 Half Bath & Utility Sink Wiring 00:20:05 Workstation 1 Wiring 00:22:53 Outdoor Kitchen Wiring 00:24:25 Upstairs Receptacle Wiring 00:27:03 Workstation 2 Wiring 00:29:34 Garage Light Wiring 00:31:31 Ceiling Fan Wiring 00:37:47 Recessed Light Wiring 00:39:36 Switch Boxes 00:43:13 Bathroom Fan & Lights Wiring 00:45:34 Exterior Flood Light Wiring 00:50:43 Upstairs Recessed Light Wiring 00:54:25 Wire Stackers For Wire Management 00:55:38 How To Wire Receptacles 00:57:45 How To Pigtail A Receptacles 01:01:56 How To Wire Switch and Outlet In 2 Gang Box 01:05:40 How To Wire A 3-Way Switch 01:07:53 Wiring 2 Circuits in 1 Switch Box 01:09:55 Nail Stoppers Installation 01:14:07 Sub Panel Circuit Breaker Wiring 01:14:58
This is a model of what a DIY video should look like: no dumb sound effects/visuals, no distracting music, no odd personalities or out of focus visuals, etc., just clear and concise information, presented in a no-nonsense manner.
I don't respond to many youtube videos however I had to in this case... I agree 100% about how many people follow youtube advise on adding music to their videos. Most people want to hear the natural sound of the video itself not the music that they like. If I wanted to listen to music I would look at AGT or something like that. And adding music to a 30 second of fast forward video is such a waste of time and so annoying to the watcher because they mute it only to have to unmute it again. Thanks for the well done video.
Man, I cannot imagine how much time you had to invest in the video potion of all this work. I've done tons of this work through the years (all before TH-cam) and know the time it takes just to do the work, let alone the video documentation. Great Job!!!
You are right, it is a lot of work Jamie! I really enjoyed doing it so that helps it from being a task. It is interesting how much time goes into a video when it’s all said and done. Sounds like you have a lot of experience with video. That is great! Thanks for watching!
@@TheExcellentLaborerSir one emergency question... A parallel circuit consisting of 2 same load/resistance where the total maximum current is 15 amp. It is protected by 15amp fuse. That means max 7.5 current is allowed in each wires. Now, I removed one of the load. And, I replaced the other second load with new load which consumes max 10amp. That means only one new load is connected in the circuit. That means there's more 2.5amp difference of current flow in the new load circuit. So, in the old load, max is 7.5 per wire. In the new load max is 10 per wire. So, just 2.5 amp difference. Now, coming to my question... If the new circuit is ON say for max 10 seconds, will the circuit immediately BURNS up within 10 seconds??? Of course, it will be hot. How long (30 secs etc) can the wire stay unburnt? How long can it stay safe? Or, How much extra current can be passed beyond the maximum limit for any given gauge wire?
This is the first video of yours I've seen, and I guarantee - it won't be the last. I love your explanations of everything, especially tips n "tricks", your thoroughness, and how you fast-forward (but still Show) repetitive tasks - there's a lot of information contained there too. Clear speech, awesome camera work, lighting - Everything! You are an excellent tradesman AND teacher. Thanks so very much!!!
With the help of your video I was able to bring electricity from my house panel to my newly built shop. I wired a new panel, ram circuits, set up outlets and lights so thank you for sharing your expertise. 👍👍
I just wanted to comment that because of your videos I went from being totally ignorant about electricity to pulling permits rewriting a room in my house saving me thousands of dollars. Thanks man you are fucking awesome!!
I’m glad you found value in my videos. I do have a ton of information on the channel and it’s very helpful for people new to DIY. Good luck with all of your other projects! Take care!
Good intro to the task. A few tips from this DIYer: I rarely use a tape. Instead, I have a "story stick" with a few crucial measurements marked on it. (9", 12", 24" most often.) I use an Ideal Lil' Ripper to open Romex, and that happens to be 6" long. I also know how long my hammer handle and screwdrivers are. Chalk lines are the bomb. I make a habit of pulling the incoming feed cable through the top left hole in the box. If the Next Guy notices this, he'll thank me, since he'll know how all the boxes are done. Double check Sharpie for labeling cables. Always, always, always think of the Next Guy. The two-nail cable staples, with the white plastic saddle, are super, especially in tight spots. Zero chance of pinching the cable. The big blue Irwin auger bit is great--but for old work, cheap spade bits can be thrown away with minimal pain when hidden nails chew them up. If possible, when drilling I finish the hole from the exit side to avoid splintering, which might nick the cable. A block held against the back will also help if the stud spacing is too tight. Use armored cable or even conduit if your garage, basement, or shop will not have finished walls. I also use metallic boxes. I always use 12 ga wiring in utility spaces. Always. For everything. Except for heavy duty circuits that need 10 ga. I always use commercial or spec grade outlets and switches, not the commodity or residential units, especially not the ones out of the bargain bins. This goes triple for heavy duty use areas, such as the garage or kitchen.
I mean no faults for going above and beyond. Sometimes a DIYer can be the best contractor. I have to admit I laughed a little bit reading your post. I’ve never seen a splinter go through a piece of romex but hell, if you sleep better at night then there ya go. Story sticks are nice, I guess, I would be kicked off a job for using one and being too slow. At the end of the day it’s all covered by dry wall so you just find a point on on your body (like your hip or what not), drop your right angled drill at a comfortable height and let her rip. Also, who wants to bend over to run wire?
@AdamS-lh2ug I assume you just set a laser for multiple outlets at the same height. Also I haven't used wood studs in years, including for load bearing walls.
This particular man, i think, puts the best electrical information on TH-cam that you can get. Whatever he says I would use yellow sheathing for AWG#12 DIY work because although it is harder to handle than AWG# 14, (white sheathing) your load resistance will be well served and who knows, you may want to use that circuit for something stronger. Remember to cut and not pull on plastic electrical tape until it breaks; the reason is that's the part that stretches when it gets pulled and broken will not stick down firmly on the end; pull to break the end that was pulled will eventually become loose and you have an poor ugly installation or little flags flapping in the air.
Wire resistance for either of them is going to be pretty trivial unless you're doing a really long run somewhere (500 feet or more). The 12 gauge wire is also substantially more expensive, so it's really just wasting money to use it for things like lighting circuits, IMHO... But I do highly recommend running 20 amp (12 gauge) circuits for any circuit with any outlet receptacles on it. With appliance power consumption requirements nowadays it's really kinda dumb not to. (Also, if you're going to use 12 gauge wire everywhere, you should also use 20 amp breakers for all of it (there is absolutely no reason to put a 15 amp breaker on a 12 gauge circuit, and it's just confusing/unnecessarily limiting for people who come along later).)
I was helping an old timer one day. I started pulling and straightening the wire. "NO!. Let it come off the roll", he said. And he was right. Smooth and easy.
Awww buddy, im finished with my concrete and my walls and wiring are next. You are right on time with this video. Im about to get my note pad and save this video! Thank you for putting this information out.
Fantastic! I enjoyed all aspects of the building process. Everywhere from the foundation work to putting on shingles. I appreciate you watching the video. I hope it helps!
Thank you for taking the time to put this video together. It is the most thorough explanation I’ve seen for this and lead me through my job perfectly. THANK YOU!!!
I always loved wiring my projects and making sure the codes are followed because so many cities can change something. One big example is to never have a freezer or refrigerator on a GFCI. If it trips for some reason, contents are a loss. Always knowing what style of light is a big help like you mentioned about LED style lights and plug in. I love the wire stackers because how neat it is, but this is another thing to make sure the code allows. Been told that insulation installs can create an issue for fastening it properly or spray insulation can cause a wire to come out. Again, it doesn't take much time to check out what is allowed and what isn't. Always love your videos and explanations. Till next time Josh 🔨👍🏻
I agree with you, David about making sure you are compliant with the codes of your jurisdiction. That’s an excellent point about having a freezer on its own circuit. That is the great thing about the halo housings, you can use the LED lights that plug-in, and they also make the socket style. I’ve been using the wire stackers for years and they are okay to use here. It makes securing the wires so easy and you can just click them out if you need to redo the circuit if needed. I will be installing a mini split soon, so I will have to run a wire for that on a double pole breaker. Thanks for your comment David and as always thanks for watching!
@@TheExcellentLaborer If you put a fridge/freezer outlet in a space that requires GFI protection for other plugs, use a single recepticle instead of a duplex. That way nothing else can share that outlet. A duplex will get you rejected in many jurisdictions.
@@valleyscharping if you want to have a big power tool like a 3 phase table saw you need 220. There's a ton of things you might find in a working garage that require a 220 outlet. If you're doing all this work it totally make sense to include 1-2 if not more. Jointer, compressor, dust collector all can be 220. even if you just work on cars having a big compressor makes a garage a lot more useful.
Wow! This video is so informative! I always wondered how all of this stuff was done. I like how you explain what you’re doing in layman’s terms so I can understand. Thanks so much!
Great Do-it-yourself video on basic wiring. One suggestion that makes replacing defective 3-way switches easier marker travelers between the two 3-way switches with blue tape. (As it's easier to confuse a black traveler with the black hot or black feeding a luminaire)
HARD thumbs up. I've struggled with figuring out 3- or 4-way circuits where the wires aren't properly marked. I use six inches of blue or red shrink tubing (although I don't bother to shrink it.) This assumes I didn't run three wire cable, which is properly colored to start with. I'm a big fan of multiway switches, so I always have a spool of 12-3 on hand.
Love your videos... I freaked out when you said you had to have 6" of wire past the front surface of the box. NEC 300.14 says 6" from where the conductor emerges from the raceway and a minimum of 3" out from the face of the gang box. Thank you for making these videos. I wired my own house partially from what you present.
That was a great video. Really informative and the time stamps are excellent for going back several times and reminder for each step , for those of who haven't done a lot of electrical. YOU have a great channel , keep up the great content! Merry Christmas 🎅 from Alberta, Canada 🇨🇦
I do put the timestamps in the videos to give the viewer an opportunity to get to the information they are looking for. I’m glad you are enjoying my content. I appreciate the kind words. Merry Christmas as well!
I learn so much from your channel its crazy. Very well communicated information! Thanks. PS We installed our kitchen cabinets from your tutorial and they turned out great.
You are welcome! I am thrilled to hear that your kitchen cabinets turned out great! Thanks for being a viewer of the channel. I do try to put as much information to make my videos for one completed as I can. Stay tuned for lots of more videos to come!
I'm a fan now big time. Lot's of GREAT information! Not sure how easy it would be for me to do on a finished garage, but I will look for a video on that. So glad I found your videos sir, very well done, very professional and easy to follow. THANKS! {liked.subscribed.saved}
This guy is a great teacher. I am excited, because I live ina place with the same you own it you can install it yourself code and now I think I actually can do it myself. Thank you!!! I'm watching and taking notes and learning tons!
Let me ask you when you did the branch circuitry in the summer kitchen did article 210.52 or 152.47slip your mind? It requires a minimum of TWO small appliance circuits in the kitchen I feel sorry for whoever is working in the kitchen start up a toaster oven and then turn on the blender and it blows the circuit
Also, to each their own, but why would you want your garage receptacles so low? As a homeowner doing this, don’t be afraid to move them up to whatever you want really, but you know, maybe counter height?
I placed receptacles at counter height where the miter saw workstation is going to be placed. If you check the timestamps, I explain that. I appreciate you watching!
There’s also no requirement for so many receptacles in a garage. This “6/12” rule only applies to living spaces under the NEC. Only need one per bay and any “specific equipment” like the garage door opener.
Tip…. Layout all current and future layout of equipment and shelving, frig, freezer and incorporate it into outlet placement. Separate circuits for frig& freezer.
Your way of work is excellent i wish to work with you but i am old enough and very far from you. I do pray for your successful business 💕 keep it up love you and your ways of work too.❤you are a great teacher 🎉. Thanks a lot. Fida Khan from Islamabad Pakistan
I have built a 30 x 28 garage in Northern Ohio which I will be tackling the wiring myself this spring. Great video. I look forward to watching your other vids. Well done.
Thank you for your awesome comment! I spend a lot of time to keep my videos to the point yet very detailed. Subscribers like you make it worthwhile. Thanks for watching as well!
Always 12-2 in the Garage. Amazon sells these cool little ac voltmeter. There tiny have a blue light and cheap. A while back there was some shenanigans with the transformer that fed me and 3 other neighbors. One 12 leg kept going a little low. One day it went zero volts and took out my neighbors condenser unit. A big 4 ton. So after that I brought out both leg in my panel to 2 single gang boxes mounted on the wall next to may panel one leg on one side one leg on the other. Plugged in the little vott monitors. Its pretty cool to walk by your panel and see what both legs coming in look like the meters will come in handy in hurricane season.
Wanted to send a sincere thank you for all your amazing videos and helpful spirit. Thanks to your excellent content, We've been able to tackle several DIY projects and skip the rookie stage. :). It has been really nice to do it right the first time, when you only have one $hot to begin with. Thank you so much for the work it takes to create and post these... it has been so helpful as we build our home.
Agreed ! Unless there is some foolish local code that requires they be at 16". My rule is, if it is for temporary connections (as most would be for a garage), mount them above the counter. Last thing I want to have to do is bend over every time I need to plug something in. We do some events where we setup our computer equipment in the customers office. It would have been great it when they wired it the outlets were above the work surface. It is a pain to have to get down on the floor and under the table to plug our stuff in. In a living room where you typically plug in your lamps and never move them, 16" is great.
It’s not my work and I wouldn’t do it but to my knowledge those boxes specifically are designed to have the tab pushed in from behind so they grab the wire and prevent it from going into the wall. Designed after many house fires, ask the inspector though because I’m curious from their standpoint
Josh is a beast!!! Wish you were my son, grandson, or best friend so I could ask you stuff. All those wires. I got overwhelmed watching😂. I learned so things I had questions on and things I didn't know. I still don't know how you end up with 2 sets of (2 black, 2 white, 2 ground) wires coming out of your outlet. Mine outlets have one set of wires so I can't Daisy chain them. Can you do a video on how to add a newly wired receptacle to a junction box connecting an existing wire in the basement? 😊
That's a loooot of work to do yourself (including filming and whomever edits). Congrats man. Loved the video; appreciate the tips and straight-forward info.
Superb video! Fantastic video editing! I learned so much about wiring from this! Even if I hire an electrician for my next wiring job, now I'm empowered with this special knowledge! Thanks so much for the video!
Great job of organizing !! The supplies !! I am looking for one idem I can’t find black square electric box under the certain tead siding box with built in jays
10:41 I don't believe you should "punch out the back of this box" with the needle nose. Those plastic tabs are intended to be pressed INTO the box with the Romex and grip and secure the Romex when it is inserted in the box. If you look closely at that tab, it has molded lines in it that are for gripping the Romex. Also, a lot of electricians like to run the outlet boxes in a garage up around 48" above the floor, that way if things like plywood (4 foot wide) lawn mower, gas gas, etc. are below the outlets.
Josh, your videos are absolutely amazing. You are an incredibly gifted teacher. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into these videos. I do have a question regards to the best way to determine how to run your outlets in a shop area. I’m my new shop I don’t want to have the issues I currently have, example if I have my battery charging station for cordless tools and a radio or air compressor going and I try to run my Dewalt miter saw seems I will trip a breaker every time. Any tips or tricks to make sure I do not have that problem? THANKS
Great video. Question: which cable/breaker type should be used for a location that has both the light switch and below an outlet? Toggle switch and single pole outlet. Thank you
I'm curious how you learned all your skills? I retired and have been remodeling to stay busy and you have been an valuable resource. Thanks. When are you going to get a show on DIY network?
Great Video! Thanks for the time and effort. Simpliefies a few things and picked up a few tricks. One question I have, is about planning and drawing your plans. Saw a few quick screen shots but nothing too detailed. Is there an App/Program you use to layout your electrical? Also, if anyone has suggestions for an easy to use Room/Garage layout and design, I'd love to hear. Looking for something I can scan or input dimensions and then be able to draw /drop in dimensions for items both ON WALLS as WELL as FLOOR FOOTPRINT. Limited space so I am hoping to use drop tables and a french cleat wall to optimize my space and give me a table/mitre saw feed station.
I enjoyed the entire video, but FOUR screws on each side of the block for the ceiling fan made me smile. I understand it is overkill, but you might be able to attach a hoist to pull an engine on with that setup! Not even close to condemning overkill on anything that might fall on your head, so good job!
Hi Josh! Right off I have to say that your videos are great, detailed and clear. Thank you! I have a question that I am sure you know the answer to and one that I can't find an answer online. How many outgoing power feeds can I pull from an outlet using a pigtail? I am using 12/2 wire from a 20 amp outlet receptacles with a 20 amp breaker. Thanks for the help.
Thank you for the detail information and instruction, If there are some more option, it will be helpful. such as if have a plan to install a solar panel, use 6+. if have a plan to use a electric saw/compressor.. 12 with non GFI.. ^^
Thanks. I learned a lot. Can you please do a front porch concrete staircase repair where concrete is chipping off? I asked a contractor for my house and price given was something I cannot afford.
1:21:35 When labeling circuits, it's a good idea to note the cardinal location of area so that in the future, someone who (is not you) can know WHICH work station is number 1, and which one is number 2, etc. [IE: Workstation 1 (east) and Workstation 2 (west)] The same thing can be said for rooms in a house. Just because one uses the North middle room as an office, doesn't mean a new occupant will use it as such, which in turn might confuse an electrician in the future (for a little bit) when new occupant says they want the nursery to get an upgrade, but it's labeled as "office" on the panel. Just a tip, take it with a grain of salt.
Some of us have it in our minds to think of the next person I think you shared a good tip. I like the way you said take it with a grain of salt at the end because you can't think of everything or we would be making these videos ourselves LOL
Hey great video! Thank you for sharing. I've got a question about my Romex 14/2 black wire. I pulled out my light switch to change it for a new one and noticed that the black wire that's connected to the light switch, looks like it's clear coating is all wrinkled/ flaking. No copper is exposed. Would you know what would cause that? Should I be concerned?
Great video, I'm about to wire my pole barn and this was a good refresher on some things. I'm curious how you are going to put a box on your conduit that is stubbed out of the floor for your workbench. I'm running two circuits like that and I haven't figured out how I'm going to do it so it won't be a trip hazard if I move the work bench and so liquids don't get in it if I spill something. I hope you include that in your next video. Please keep sharing your knowledge.
Super video but ,be aware of something easy to check deeper into.. Not sure if it was mentioned but worth checking into folks... i didn't hear the excellent laborer talk about the receptacle type/rating when using #12 wire with 20 amp circuit.. In Canada{maybe USA too?} standard wall receptacle plugs are only rated at 15 amps..{but there is a heavier/different 20 amp wall receptacle available at extra $$} .ie: if a 12 gauge wire is used with a 20 amp breaker the 15 amp receptacle would not be heavy enough for the power supply that could be pulled through the receptacle by power hungry shop tool{s} on the same wall receptacle.
That is a great question! I personally try not to put more than 10 on a circuit. It all depends on what you were going to be doing on that circuit. Obviously, if you are going to be using something that drawing a lot of amps, then you only want one receptacle on that circuit. I hope that helps!
Hey fellow DIYers! Below👇are all the timestamps to help you navigate the video. There is A LOT of information packed in this video that will be helpful to use as a future reference to find specific information. Also, check out my membership offer where you can find exclusive content th-cam.com/channels/UJXaEduMHGB3Iap3DusmAA.htmljoin . Enjoy!
Timestamps
Intro 00:00
14/2 Wire VS 12/2 Wire 00:00:47
Wiring Supplies 00:02:26
Garage Door Receptacle Placement 00:05:05
6/17 Rule Explained 00:06:51
How To Rough In Outlet Wiring 00:07:54
Half Bath & Utility Sink Wiring 00:20:05
Workstation 1 Wiring 00:22:53
Outdoor Kitchen Wiring 00:24:25
Upstairs Receptacle Wiring 00:27:03
Workstation 2 Wiring 00:29:34
Garage Light Wiring 00:31:31
Ceiling Fan Wiring 00:37:47
Recessed Light Wiring 00:39:36
Switch Boxes 00:43:13
Bathroom Fan & Lights Wiring 00:45:34
Exterior Flood Light Wiring 00:50:43
Upstairs Recessed Light Wiring 00:54:25
Wire Stackers For Wire Management 00:55:38
How To Wire Receptacles 00:57:45
How To Pigtail A Receptacles 01:01:56
How To Wire Switch and Outlet In 2 Gang Box 01:05:40
How To Wire A 3-Way Switch 01:07:53
Wiring 2 Circuits in 1 Switch Box 01:09:55
Nail Stoppers Installation 01:14:07
Sub Panel Circuit Breaker Wiring 01:14:58
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Great video!!!! Huge Garage. By the way forgove meif youve said it but what state is this?
This is a model of what a DIY video should look like: no dumb sound effects/visuals, no distracting music, no odd personalities or out of focus visuals, etc., just clear and concise information, presented in a no-nonsense manner.
This here......is a goddamned fact.
I really hate it when they use that high-pitched squeaky voice music. It's annoying.
I wish all the other posters were that way. THIS way.
I don't respond to many youtube videos however I had to in this case... I agree 100% about how many people follow youtube advise on adding music to their videos. Most people want to hear the natural sound of the video itself not the music that they like. If I wanted to listen to music I would look at AGT or something like that. And adding music to a 30 second of fast forward video is such a waste of time and so annoying to the watcher because they mute it only to have to unmute it again. Thanks for the well done video.
Man, I cannot imagine how much time you had to invest in the video potion of all this work. I've done tons of this work through the years (all before TH-cam) and know the time it takes just to do the work, let alone the video documentation. Great Job!!!
You are right, it is a lot of work Jamie! I really enjoyed doing it so that helps it from being a task. It is interesting how much time goes into a video when it’s all said and done. Sounds like you have a lot of experience with video. That is great! Thanks for watching!
@@TheExcellentLaborerSir one emergency question...
A parallel circuit consisting of 2 same load/resistance where the total maximum current is 15 amp. It is protected by 15amp fuse. That means max 7.5 current is allowed in each wires.
Now, I removed one of the load. And, I replaced the other second load with new load which consumes max 10amp.
That means only one new load is connected in the circuit. That means there's more 2.5amp difference of current flow in the new load circuit.
So, in the old load, max is 7.5 per wire.
In the new load max is 10 per wire.
So, just 2.5 amp difference.
Now, coming to my question...
If the new circuit is ON say for max 10 seconds, will the circuit immediately BURNS up within 10 seconds??? Of course, it will be hot.
How long (30 secs etc) can the wire stay unburnt? How long can it stay safe?
Or, How much extra current can be passed beyond the maximum limit for any given gauge wire?
Over an hour video of information, Thought I’d skim through this however I watched every single second. Great work, it’s now 3:05am.
I did the same thing😂
This is the first video of yours I've seen, and I guarantee - it won't be the last. I love your explanations of everything, especially tips n "tricks", your thoroughness, and how you fast-forward (but still Show) repetitive tasks - there's a lot of information contained there too. Clear speech, awesome camera work, lighting - Everything! You are an excellent tradesman AND teacher. Thanks so very much!!!
With the help of your video I was able to bring electricity from my house panel to my newly built shop. I wired a new panel, ram circuits, set up outlets and lights so thank you for sharing your expertise. 👍👍
I just wanted to comment that because of your videos I went from being totally ignorant about electricity to pulling permits rewriting a room in my house saving me thousands of dollars. Thanks man you are fucking awesome!!
I’m glad you found value in my videos. I do have a ton of information on the channel and it’s very helpful for people new to DIY. Good luck with all of your other projects! Take care!
Good intro to the task. A few tips from this DIYer:
I rarely use a tape. Instead, I have a "story stick" with a few crucial measurements marked on it. (9", 12", 24" most often.) I use an Ideal Lil' Ripper to open Romex, and that happens to be 6" long. I also know how long my hammer handle and screwdrivers are.
Chalk lines are the bomb.
I make a habit of pulling the incoming feed cable through the top left hole in the box. If the Next Guy notices this, he'll thank me, since he'll know how all the boxes are done.
Double check Sharpie for labeling cables. Always, always, always think of the Next Guy.
The two-nail cable staples, with the white plastic saddle, are super, especially in tight spots. Zero chance of pinching the cable.
The big blue Irwin auger bit is great--but for old work, cheap spade bits can be thrown away with minimal pain when hidden nails chew them up.
If possible, when drilling I finish the hole from the exit side to avoid splintering, which might nick the cable. A block held against the back will also help if the stud spacing is too tight.
Use armored cable or even conduit if your garage, basement, or shop will not have finished walls. I also use metallic boxes.
I always use 12 ga wiring in utility spaces. Always. For everything. Except for heavy duty circuits that need 10 ga.
I always use commercial or spec grade outlets and switches, not the commodity or residential units, especially not the ones out of the bargain bins. This goes triple for heavy duty use areas, such as the garage or kitchen.
Thanks for the tips
I use a wire stripper that has standard marks for differnt screw sizes. It also has a needle nose plier end to make perfect eyes to fit the screws.
I mean no faults for going above and beyond. Sometimes a DIYer can be the best contractor. I have to admit I laughed a little bit reading your post. I’ve never seen a splinter go through a piece of romex but hell, if you sleep better at night then there ya go.
Story sticks are nice, I guess, I would be kicked off a job for using one and being too slow. At the end of the day it’s all covered by dry wall so you just find a point on on your body (like your hip or what not), drop your right angled drill at a comfortable height and let her rip. Also, who wants to bend over to run wire?
@AdamS-lh2ug I assume you just set a laser for multiple outlets at the same height.
Also I haven't used wood studs in years, including for load bearing walls.
Yup! Used to have a "sacred stick" set for switch box hieght...
This particular man, i think, puts the best electrical information on TH-cam that you can get. Whatever he says I would use yellow sheathing for AWG#12 DIY work because although it is harder to handle than AWG# 14, (white sheathing) your load resistance will be well served and who knows, you may want to use that circuit for something stronger.
Remember to cut and not pull on plastic electrical tape until it breaks; the reason is that's the part that stretches when it gets pulled and broken will not stick down firmly on the end; pull to break the end that was pulled will eventually become loose and you have an poor ugly installation or little flags flapping in the air.
Wire resistance for either of them is going to be pretty trivial unless you're doing a really long run somewhere (500 feet or more). The 12 gauge wire is also substantially more expensive, so it's really just wasting money to use it for things like lighting circuits, IMHO...
But I do highly recommend running 20 amp (12 gauge) circuits for any circuit with any outlet receptacles on it. With appliance power consumption requirements nowadays it's really kinda dumb not to.
(Also, if you're going to use 12 gauge wire everywhere, you should also use 20 amp breakers for all of it (there is absolutely no reason to put a 15 amp breaker on a 12 gauge circuit, and it's just confusing/unnecessarily limiting for people who come along later).)
And really good reply@@foogod4237
I was helping an old timer one day. I started pulling and straightening the wire. "NO!. Let it come off the roll", he said. And he was right. Smooth and easy.
This is the perfect how to video for a learning homeowner. Thank you.
Awww buddy, im finished with my concrete and my walls and wiring are next. You are right on time with this video. Im about to get my note pad and save this video!
Thank you for putting this information out.
Fantastic! I enjoyed all aspects of the building process. Everywhere from the foundation work to putting on shingles. I appreciate you watching the video. I hope it helps!
Thank you for taking the time to put this video together. It is the most thorough explanation I’ve seen for this and lead me through my job perfectly. THANK YOU!!!
I always loved wiring my projects and making sure the codes are followed because so many cities can change something. One big example is to never have a freezer or refrigerator on a GFCI. If it trips for some reason, contents are a loss.
Always knowing what style of light is a big help like you mentioned about LED style lights and plug in.
I love the wire stackers because how neat it is, but this is another thing to make sure the code allows. Been told that insulation installs can create an issue for fastening it properly or spray insulation can cause a wire to come out. Again, it doesn't take much time to check out what is allowed and what isn't.
Always love your videos and explanations.
Till next time Josh 🔨👍🏻
I agree with you, David about making sure you are compliant with the codes of your jurisdiction. That’s an excellent point about having a freezer on its own circuit.
That is the great thing about the halo housings, you can use the LED lights that plug-in, and they also make the socket style. I’ve been using the wire stackers for years and they are okay to use here. It makes securing the wires so easy and you can just click them out if you need to redo the circuit if needed. I will be installing a mini split soon, so I will have to run a wire for that on a double pole breaker. Thanks for your comment David and as always thanks for watching!
@@TheExcellentLaborer If you put a fridge/freezer outlet in a space that requires GFI protection for other plugs, use a single recepticle instead of a duplex. That way nothing else can share that outlet. A duplex will get you rejected in many jurisdictions.
N.E.C will require you to have GFCI protection on that freezer or refrigerator in the garage or kitchen, or anything anywhere else now..
for the love of every DIY er who works in the garage put in at least one 30A circuit and a 220V outlet
What for?
@@valleyscharping if you want to have a big power tool like a 3 phase table saw you need 220. There's a ton of things you might find in a working garage that require a 220 outlet. If you're doing all this work it totally make sense to include 1-2 if not more. Jointer, compressor, dust collector all can be 220. even if you just work on cars having a big compressor makes a garage a lot more useful.
@@brianb7388 not to mention the amplifier for your ham radio too!!
50A for a welder!
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You asked that
And you do woodworking ..
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I like this guy he makes it easy to understand
Wow! This video is so informative! I always wondered how all of this stuff was done. I like how you explain what you’re doing in layman’s terms so I can understand. Thanks so much!
Great Do-it-yourself video on basic wiring.
One suggestion that makes replacing defective 3-way switches easier marker travelers between the two 3-way switches with blue tape.
(As it's easier to confuse a black traveler with the black hot or black feeding a luminaire)
HARD thumbs up. I've struggled with figuring out 3- or 4-way circuits where the wires aren't properly marked. I use six inches of blue or red shrink tubing (although I don't bother to shrink it.) This assumes I didn't run three wire cable, which is properly colored to start with. I'm a big fan of multiway switches, so I always have a spool of 12-3 on hand.
Love your videos... I freaked out when you said you had to have 6" of wire past the front surface of the box. NEC 300.14 says 6" from where the conductor emerges from the raceway and a minimum of 3" out from the face of the gang box. Thank you for making these videos. I wired my own house partially from what you present.
That was a great video. Really informative and the time stamps are excellent for going back several times and reminder for each step , for those of who haven't done a lot of electrical. YOU have a great channel , keep up the great content! Merry Christmas 🎅 from Alberta, Canada 🇨🇦
I do put the timestamps in the videos to give the viewer an opportunity to get to the information they are looking for. I’m glad you are enjoying my content. I appreciate the kind words. Merry Christmas as well!
I learn so much from your channel its crazy. Very well communicated information! Thanks.
PS We installed our kitchen cabinets from your tutorial and they turned out great.
You are welcome! I am thrilled to hear that your kitchen cabinets turned out great! Thanks for being a viewer of the channel. I do try to put as much information to make my videos for one completed as I can. Stay tuned for lots of more videos to come!
Thanks for this! I am planning to do exactly this: wire a detached 3-car garage + loft. This is an absolute god-send. Subscribed and liked!
Great! This will certainly be a good guide for you. Good luck with your project!
its really helpful when you name the names of the fixtures and receptacles you are using when I go to make my pick lists for my projects. Keep it up!
Amazing video all done by yourself great thank you
You are welcome.I hope you find my videos helpful. Thank you!
I'm a fan now big time. Lot's of GREAT information! Not sure how easy it would be for me to do on a finished garage, but I will look for a video on that. So glad I found your videos sir, very well done, very professional and easy to follow. THANKS! {liked.subscribed.saved}
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This guy is a great teacher. I am excited, because I live ina place with the same you own it you can install it yourself code and now I think I actually can do it myself. Thank you!!!
I'm watching and taking notes and learning tons!
Let me ask you when you did the branch circuitry in the summer kitchen did article 210.52 or 152.47slip your mind? It requires a minimum of TWO small appliance circuits in the kitchen I feel sorry for whoever is working in the kitchen start up a toaster oven and then turn on the blender and it blows the circuit
Also, to each their own, but why would you want your garage receptacles so low? As a homeowner doing this, don’t be afraid to move them up to whatever you want really, but you know, maybe counter height?
I placed receptacles at counter height where the miter saw workstation is going to be placed. If you check the timestamps, I explain that. I appreciate you watching!
@@TheExcellentLaborerI love ur videos man thanks for making them I learned so much in the first 10 min alone
Agree 36” to 48” for inside the shop is fine. I have plenty of work tables and it works great. 4 gang boxes as well for dense outlets.
There’s also no requirement for so many receptacles in a garage. This “6/12” rule only applies to living spaces under the NEC.
Only need one per bay and any “specific equipment” like the garage door opener.
@@TheExcellentLaborer must have missed that! Apologies.
Great teacher. Thanks for your videos
Great video. Even though i do a lot of electrical work I learn things from watching your videos all the time.
Thank you!
Tip…. Layout all current and future layout of equipment and shelving, frig, freezer and incorporate it into outlet placement.
Separate circuits for frig& freezer.
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Your way of work is excellent i wish to work with you but i am old enough and very far from you. I do pray for your successful business 💕 keep it up love you and your ways of work too.❤you are a great teacher 🎉. Thanks a lot.
Fida Khan from Islamabad Pakistan
Great video! Never stop learning! Thanks.
I have built a 30 x 28 garage in Northern Ohio which I will be tackling the wiring myself this spring.
Great video. I look forward to watching your other vids. Well done.
Great video! You’re doing an amazing job explaining stuff very articulate. Great channel.
Thank you for your awesome comment! I spend a lot of time to keep my videos to the point yet very detailed. Subscribers like you make it worthwhile. Thanks for watching as well!
Always 12-2 in the Garage.
Amazon sells these cool little ac voltmeter. There tiny have a blue light and cheap. A while back there was some shenanigans with the transformer that fed me and 3 other neighbors. One 12 leg kept going a little low. One day it went zero volts and took out my neighbors condenser unit. A big 4 ton. So after that I brought out both leg in my panel to 2 single gang boxes mounted on the wall next to may panel one leg on one side one leg on the other. Plugged in the little vott monitors. Its pretty cool to walk by your panel and see what both legs coming in look like the meters will come in handy in hurricane season.
Wanted to send a sincere thank you for all your amazing videos and helpful spirit. Thanks to your excellent content, We've been able to tackle several DIY projects and skip the rookie stage. :). It has been really nice to do it right the first time, when you only have one $hot to begin with. Thank you so much for the work it takes to create and post these... it has been so helpful as we build our home.
thank you for sharing your expertise. 👍👍
Being an avid woodworker I put outlets 50" off the floor to avoid them being behind sheet goods.
Agreed ! Unless there is some foolish local code that requires they be at 16". My rule is, if it is for temporary connections (as most would be for a garage), mount them above the counter. Last thing I want to have to do is bend over every time I need to plug something in. We do some events where we setup our computer equipment in the customers office. It would have been great it when they wired it the outlets were above the work surface. It is a pain to have to get down on the floor and under the table to plug our stuff in. In a living room where you typically plug in your lamps and never move them, 16" is great.
i decide to be a apprentice electirican soon, your video will help me a lot at this point, great thanks!
Great video. Electrician approved!
It’s not my work and I wouldn’t do it but to my knowledge those boxes specifically are designed to have the tab pushed in from behind so they grab the wire and prevent it from going into the wall. Designed after many house fires, ask the inspector though because I’m curious from their standpoint
Wow. Great, not only for doing it yourself, but you can see if the electrician working on your panel is doing it correctly. well done.
Unless you wire your own panel, which he excellently shows also!
Josh is a beast!!! Wish you were my son, grandson, or best friend so I could ask you stuff. All those wires. I got overwhelmed watching😂. I learned so things I had questions on and things I didn't know. I still don't know how you end up with 2 sets of (2 black, 2 white, 2 ground) wires coming out of your outlet. Mine outlets have one set of wires so I can't Daisy chain them. Can you do a video on how to add a newly wired receptacle to a junction box connecting an existing wire in the basement? 😊
I wish this guy was my neighbor AND best friend. 😊 His videos are darn close tho 👍🏼
I appreciate your support. Subscribers like you that enjoy my channel make it all worthwhile. Take care!
That's a loooot of work to do yourself (including filming and whomever edits). Congrats man. Loved the video; appreciate the tips and straight-forward info.
Superb video! Fantastic video editing! I learned so much about wiring from this! Even if I hire an electrician for my next wiring job, now I'm empowered with this special knowledge! Thanks so much for the video!
Great job of organizing !! The supplies !! I am looking for one idem I can’t find black square electric box under the certain tead siding box with built in jays
I love your video , you are explained everything very clear . I subscribed .thanks
Perfect timing. I'm about to run a new breaker and outlet in my garage pretty soon. Thank you for the very informative video!
Excellent. Makes me want to move to acreage and build a detached garage/utility bldg so I can run the electric!
Tremendous video, and a tremendous demonstration sir. Great video
10:41 I don't believe you should "punch out the back of this box" with the needle nose. Those plastic tabs are intended to be pressed INTO the box with the Romex and grip and secure the Romex when it is inserted in the box. If you look closely at that tab, it has molded lines in it that are for gripping the Romex.
Also, a lot of electricians like to run the outlet boxes in a garage up around 48" above the floor, that way if things like plywood (4 foot wide) lawn mower, gas gas, etc. are below the outlets.
Very Professionally done!
Can you place the receptacle 24” from the floor? It’s hard for me to bend down. Love how you explain your content.
Good video and information. You show 15A outlets on your 20A cicuits though.
Thanks! We can use 15A outlets if it it’s not a dedicated circuit. I hope that helps!
Quality content as usual, thanks for sharing your impressive knowledge and insights
Thank you so much! I am thankful for subscribers like you that tune in to watch and leave. Great comments. Good luck with your projects!
@@TheExcellentLaborer Thanks, Cheers
Josh, your videos are absolutely amazing. You are an incredibly gifted teacher. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into these videos. I do have a question regards to the best way to determine how to run your outlets in a shop area. I’m my new shop I don’t want to have the issues I currently have, example if I have my battery charging station for cordless tools and a radio or air compressor going and I try to run my Dewalt miter saw seems I will trip a breaker every time. Any tips or tricks to make sure I do not have that problem? THANKS
Great tutorial for residential garage.
Amazing video. OMG! Thank you so much. I have an unattached small shed. Can't wait to get it wired following your guidance.
Awesome video!
Very good and detailed. As a DIY it helps me better understand something’s I needed to know.
Great video. Question: which cable/breaker type should be used for a location that has both the light switch and below an outlet? Toggle switch and single pole outlet. Thank you
Awesome video Josh!!!!! I love all of your videos! Fantastic job ❤❤
I'm curious how you learned all your skills? I retired and have been remodeling to stay busy and you have been an valuable resource. Thanks. When are you going to get a show on DIY network?
Great Video! Thanks for the time and effort. Simpliefies a few things and picked up a few tricks. One question I have, is about planning and drawing your plans. Saw a few quick screen shots but nothing too detailed. Is there an App/Program you use to layout your electrical?
Also, if anyone has suggestions for an easy to use Room/Garage layout and design, I'd love to hear.
Looking for something I can scan or input dimensions and then be able to draw /drop in dimensions for items both ON WALLS as WELL as FLOOR FOOTPRINT. Limited space so I am hoping to use drop tables and a french cleat wall to optimize my space and give me a table/mitre saw feed station.
You’re great at videos man
You are amazing man!
I’m just a carpenter that loves making videos. Thanks a lot!
Thanks for all your help
excellent video!
Is there anything you can't do.. I'm building my own home and i've watched all your videos.. Helped me so much Thanks
Excellent video! Thank you!
I appreciate that! Thanks for watching!
I enjoyed the entire video, but FOUR screws on each side of the block for the ceiling fan made me smile. I understand it is overkill, but you might be able to attach a hoist to pull an engine on with that setup! Not even close to condemning overkill on anything that might fall on your head, so good job!
Great video! “ question! What type of wire to hook up a 240 plug?? In my shop “ keep them coming! 👌👍
I am making a video about the 240 volt outlet and will have it posted next weekend. Stay tuned!
Hi Josh! Right off I have to say that your videos are great, detailed and clear. Thank you! I have a question that I am sure you know the answer to and one that I can't find an answer online. How many outgoing power feeds can I pull from an outlet using a pigtail? I am using 12/2 wire from a 20 amp outlet receptacles with a 20 amp breaker. Thanks for the help.
Thank you so much for sharing !
Greetings from TX!
Thank you for the detail information and instruction, If there are some more option, it will be helpful. such as if have a plan to install a solar panel, use 6+. if have a plan to use a electric saw/compressor.. 12 with non GFI.. ^^
Great Channel, great video here also. I'm building a new garage shop area and I'm wiring it myself, so perfect timing. Thanks. cheers Edman
Appreciate the videos!
Nice bro, I learned a lot. Can't wait to see some more electrical work..
Great help thank you sir
Fantastic! I’m glad I could help! Thank you.
Are 15amp breakers only for light applications? Question ❓
Great video for beginners, also your garage is bigger than my house lol
When you reversed the nails in the through wall outside outlet box, what did you nail into? Looked like it was the siding from our point of view.
Thanks. I learned a lot. Can you please do a front porch concrete staircase repair where concrete is chipping off? I asked a contractor for my house and price given was something I cannot afford.
1:21:35 When labeling circuits, it's a good idea to note the cardinal location of area so that in the future, someone who (is not you) can know WHICH work station is number 1, and which one is number 2, etc. [IE: Workstation 1 (east) and Workstation 2 (west)]
The same thing can be said for rooms in a house. Just because one uses the North middle room as an office, doesn't mean a new occupant will use it as such, which in turn might confuse an electrician in the future (for a little bit) when new occupant says they want the nursery to get an upgrade, but it's labeled as "office" on the panel. Just a tip, take it with a grain of salt.
Some of us have it in our minds to think of the next person I think you shared a good tip. I like the way you said take it with a grain of salt at the end because you can't think of everything or we would be making these videos ourselves LOL
I still don't know where the "tractor" circuit goes.. nothing in the house that we can find turns on or off when it's disabled
Hey great video! Thank you for sharing. I've got a question about my Romex 14/2 black wire. I pulled out my light switch to change it for a new one and noticed that the black wire that's connected to the light switch, looks like it's clear coating is all wrinkled/ flaking. No copper is exposed. Would you know what would cause that? Should I be concerned?
Great job!
Thank you!
Great video, I'm about to wire my pole barn and this was a good refresher on some things. I'm curious how you are going to put a box on your conduit that is stubbed out of the floor for your workbench. I'm running two circuits like that and I haven't figured out how I'm going to do it so it won't be a trip hazard if I move the work bench and so liquids don't get in it if I spill something. I hope you include that in your next video. Please keep sharing your knowledge.
Very detailed and informative. Thank you!
Super video but ,be aware of something easy to check deeper into..
Not sure if it was mentioned but worth checking into folks... i didn't hear the excellent laborer talk about the receptacle type/rating when using #12 wire with 20 amp circuit.. In Canada{maybe USA too?} standard wall receptacle plugs are only rated at 15 amps..{but there is a heavier/different 20 amp wall receptacle available at extra $$} .ie: if a 12 gauge wire is used with a 20 amp breaker the 15 amp receptacle would not be heavy enough for the power supply that could be pulled through the receptacle by power hungry shop tool{s} on the same wall receptacle.
I'm concerned about the water stain behind the box in the ceiling. Is it mold?
excellent presentation
You’re the mannnnn!
Tanks for teaching
You are welcome!
great video! very good job! I really like that you explain everything. Thank you for sharing your knowledge
Can the depth be adjusted for those pod lights? Code here the Dry wall has to be 5/8 for the garage.
The recessed lights attached to the housing in a way that it is pulled up tight to the drywall, no matter the thickness. I hope that helps!
@TheExcellentLaborer Had an idea for my garage 💡 thank you.
Great video, I have a question, what is the maximum receptacle per breaker?
Thanks
That is a great question! I personally try not to put more than 10 on a circuit. It all depends on what you were going to be doing on that circuit. Obviously, if you are going to be using something that drawing a lot of amps, then you only want one receptacle on that circuit. I hope that helps!