Correct way to transfer wire from inside wall to surface
#1
08-18-20, 09:51 AM
Correct way to transfer wire from inside wall to surface
Is there a correct way to run wires from a light switch box in the wall to run the wire on the surface of the wall for an outlet. I need to add an outlet in the middle of the wall to run my freezers. I don't have to the tools to try and fish the wires through so I was going to do a surface mount box. The only power source is a light switch box about 10 feet away.
#2
08-18-20, 10:46 AM
Are you sure that there is actually an always hot and a Neutral and a ground at the switch?
Many switches just have the wire that runs down to the switch and then back again to the fixture.
Many switches just have the wire that runs down to the switch and then back again to the fixture.
#3
08-18-20, 10:55 AM
I didn't think to check it. But I think the other switches I have worked on have all 3 there. They just wired the 2 together that didn't go through the switch. Either way I can can power from another outlet it's just further away. But I still have the same problem.
#4
08-18-20, 11:09 AM
Wiremold (and a few other brands) have an extension box that extends the existing box an inch or so out from the wall. Then using wiremold track to a box with a new receptacle. Nice and easy.
Another option is to do the same concept, but using a metal box extender and EMT or PVC conduit. A bit more industrial looking, but likely less expensive. It's a good solution if you're in a garage and don't care as much for the look. (Though some people don't mind the conduit look inside too).
Another option is to do the same concept, but using a metal box extender and EMT or PVC conduit. A bit more industrial looking, but likely less expensive. It's a good solution if you're in a garage and don't care as much for the look. (Though some people don't mind the conduit look inside too).
#8
08-19-20, 06:41 PM
The whole garage is on one breaker. Would it be ok just snake the wire out through a hole and staple to the wall and ceiling. Some of the existing wiring is just stapled up.
#9
08-19-20, 06:57 PM
NM cable can be run on the surface where not subject to physical damage. It needs to closely follow the surface. The physical damage determination is subjective.
it would at least sleeve the cable in something for looks.
it would at least sleeve the cable in something for looks.
