Power and Lighting Distribution

A Bathroom Receptacle Is Required Near Each Basin and Needs GFCI Protection

Where does the bathroom outlet have to be?

E3901.6

AFCI Protection Is Required for Many 120-Volt 15- and 20-Amp Dwelling Circuits

Where is AFCI protection required in a house?

E3902.16

Garage Receptacles Require GFCI Protection and Required Outlet Coverage

Do all garage outlets need GFCI protection?

E3902.2

Habitable Rooms, Bathrooms, Halls, Stairs, Garages, and Exterior Doors Need Lighting Outlets

Where are lighting outlets required by code?

E3903.1

Island and Peninsula Countertop Outlets Depend on the Work Surface Layout

Does a kitchen island need an outlet?

E3901.4.2

Kitchen Countertop Receptacles Are Required at 12-Inch Spaces and Within 24 Inches

How close together do kitchen counter outlets need to be?

E3901.4.1

Most Dwelling Receptacles Must Be Tamper Resistant

Are tamper-resistant outlets required in houses?

E4002.14

Outdoor Receptacles Need GFCI Protection and Weather-Appropriate Covers

Are outdoor outlets required to be GFCI and weather resistant?

E3902.3

Unfinished Basement Receptacles Require GFCI Protection

Do unfinished basement outlets need GFCI?

E3902.5

Wall Receptacles Are Spaced So No Point Is More Than 6 Feet From an Outlet

How far apart do outlets have to be in a living room?

E3901.2.1