OK to add an outlet to existing one on other side of wall?
#1
02-10-17, 10:33 AM
OK to add an outlet to existing one on other side of wall?
I need to add an outlet in a closet to plug in a cordless vacuum. The most direct and painless way is to tap into an existing box directly on the other side of the wall. Is it permissible to simply go through the back or side of the existing box (using a snap-in grommet) with a short length of romex & into a plastic old work box?
#4
02-10-17, 01:34 PM
I would say it's unlikely you can extend it. If that circuit serves the kitchen countertops, microwave or range hood it cannot be extended outside the kitchen. If it is a general-purpose circuit then you can extend it.
#9
02-12-17, 06:47 AM
Thank you.
I have grounded wiring throughout but can you tell me why something so commonplace is no longer allowed in older homes with ungrounded wiring?
(The answer may apply to my cottage, which has a mix of old & new)
I have grounded wiring throughout but can you tell me why something so commonplace is no longer allowed in older homes with ungrounded wiring?
(The answer may apply to my cottage, which has a mix of old & new)
#11
02-13-17, 07:43 AM
I didn't know the code was so restrictive on older systems that your hands are tied on even basic changes. I always thought "grandfathered" meant such simple things were allowed. Is this a gray area?
#12
02-13-17, 11:51 AM
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I always thought "grandfathered" meant such simple things were allowed.
*Outlet is used as defined in the NEC, anywhere power is tapped.
