GFCI Recepticles

I get asked regularly about why do we need GFI electrical outlets? GFCI receptacles are currently required in the United States for bathrooms and washrooms, outdoors, in garages, above counters for a kitchen sink or wet bar, and in unfinished basements and crawlspaces. Outlets on roofs and in boathouses also need FGIs. You don’t need them for a sump pump outlet nor do you need them for a refrigerator in an unfinished basement.
GFIs are required in modern construction in Canada at outlets in bathrooms and washrooms, as well as exterior receptacles. They are needed, for example, at carport receptacles, although not in garages.
You also need GFCIs for swimming pool equipment and whirlpool baths, although there are usually no receptacles involved.
Check with your electrician for other questions about a GFCI.

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