Why do you need an outdoor outlet?

Having an outdoor outlet allows you to eliminate the need for excessive extension cords and dragging them around the yard. Adding an additional outlet to an existing outdoor junction box gives additional outlets for your outdoor power equipment or for lighting.

How do you extend a power receptacle outside?

The quickest way to extend power outdoors is to install a receptacle back-to-back with one inside the house. You also can drill through the wall from a basement or crawlspace and attach a receptacle on the side of a house using an extension ring. You'll want to position an outdoor receptacle at least 16 inches above the ground.

How do you bring power outside?

One way to bring power outdoors is with back-to-back receptacles. Shut off power, pull out an indoor receptacle, and drill a locator hole through the wall to the outside. Was this page helpful?

How do you install outdoor power outlets?

Installing outdoor power outlets isn't as difficult as it sounds. The quickest way to extend power outdoors is to install a receptacle back-to-back with one inside the house. You also can drill through the wall from a basement or crawlspace and attach a receptacle on the side of a house using an extension ring.

Can I add an additional outlet to an outdoor junction box?

Adding an additional outlet to an existing outdoor junction box gives additional outlets for your outdoor power equipment or for lighting. Connecting electrical conduit from the existing outlet box, to a newly installed box, will have your electrical project complete in no time.

Where can I find a conduit expansion joint?

Expansion joints are available at most home centers that sell electrical conduit pipe. As with direct-burial cable installations, your local inspector may want to view your conduit installation before you backfill your trench. Push the "fish tape" or "snake" in one end of the pipe until it exits the opposite end.