How to add an outlet from another outlet. Dont folow this instructions made some mistakes in a video. Rewire the existing electrical outlet connect the wires of the new cable to the existing wires. The existing outlet will need a pigtail connection.
Attach the new gfi outlet to the wiring at the new junction box. Step 1 choose an existing outlet in an adjoining room that is close to the place where you would like to add the new outlet. Insert a screw into the mounting holes on the outlet and screw them into the junction box.
A tutorial for homeowners on how to add an electric outlet by connecting to an existing outlet. To start turn off the power to the existing outlet at the breaker panel and test to ensure its off. This involves cutting scrap pieces of the three colored wires and attaching one end to the outlet and the other to the two pieces of romex.
Attach wire nuts to connect the wires. As with any diy project please be smart and safe. Cut a hole for the new outlet.
Have a new video on a channel. Install the box for the new outlet remove the incoming wires from the old box and run them into the new one. Trace the outlet box on the wall where you want it to go.
Strip about 10 inches of plastic sheathing from the new cable to expose the black white and copper wires. Find out how to attach a pigtail. Walls made with plaster may require you to drill holes into the corners and cut the hole with a sawzall.
Attach the black wire to the brass screw the white wire to the silver screw and the baregreen wire to the green screw. Place the stud finder against the wall on either side of the outlet. Place the cover plate over the outlet and attach it with the screws.
Connect existing outlet.
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