How To Wire A Garage - EASY Electrical Wiring Basics For Beginners (Workshop, bathroom, and more!)

Hey fellow DIYers! Below👇are all the timestamps to help you navigate the video. There is A LOT of information packed in this video that will be helpful to use as a future reference to find specific information. Also, check out my membership offer where you can find exclusive content youtube.com/channel/UCUJXaEduMHGB3Iap3DusmAA/join . Enjoy! Timestamps Intro 00:00 14/2 Wire VS 12/2 Wire 00:00:47 Wiring Supplies 00:02:26 Garage Door Receptacle Placement 00:05:05 6/17 Rule Explained 00:06:51 How To Rough In Outlet Wiring 00:07:54 Half Bath & Utility Sink Wiring 00:20:05 Workstation 1 Wiring 00:22:53 Outdoor Kitchen Wiring 00:24:25 Upstairs Receptacle Wiring 00:27:03 Workstation 2 Wiring 00:29:34 Garage Light Wiring 00:31:31 Ceiling Fan Wiring 00:37:47 Recessed Light Wiring 00:39:36 Switch Boxes 00:43:13 Bathroom Fan & Lights Wiring 00:45:34 Exterior Flood Light Wiring 00:50:43 Upstairs Recessed Light Wiring 00:54:25 Wire Stackers For Wire Management 00:55:38 How To Wire Receptacles 00:57:45 How To Pigtail A Receptacles 01:01:56 How To Wire Switch and Outlet In 2 Gang Box 01:05:40 How To Wire A 3-Way Switch 01:07:53 Wiring 2 Circuits in 1 Switch Box 01:09:55 Nail Stoppers Installation 01:14:07 Sub Panel Circuit Breaker Wiring 01:14:58

This is a model of what a DIY video should look like: no dumb sound effects/visuals, no distracting music, no odd personalities or out of focus visuals, etc., just clear and concise information, presented in a no-nonsense manner.

Man, I cannot imagine how much time you had to invest in the video potion of all this work. I've done tons of this work through the years (all before YouTube) and know the time it takes just to do the work, let alone the video documentation. Great Job!!!

This is the first video of yours I've seen, and I guarantee - it won't be the last. I love your explanations of everything, especially tips n "tricks", your thoroughness, and how you fast-forward (but still Show) repetitive tasks - there's a lot of information contained there too. Clear speech, awesome camera work, lighting - Everything! You are an excellent tradesman AND teacher. Thanks so very much!!!

Over an hour video of information, Thought I’d skim through this however I watched every single second. Great work, it’s now 3:05am.

With the help of your video I was able to bring electricity from my house panel to my newly built shop. I wired a new panel, ram circuits, set up outlets and lights so thank you for sharing your expertise. 👍👍

its really helpful when you name the names of the fixtures and receptacles you are using when I go to make my pick lists for my projects. Keep it up!

Perfect timing. I'm about to run a new breaker and outlet in my garage pretty soon. Thank you for the very informative video!

Great Do-it-yourself video on basic wiring. One suggestion that makes replacing defective 3-way switches easier marker travelers between the two 3-way switches with blue tape. (As it's easier to confuse a black traveler with the black hot or black feeding a luminaire)

I learn so much from your channel its crazy. Very well communicated information! Thanks. PS We installed our kitchen cabinets from your tutorial and they turned out great.

I always loved wiring my projects and making sure the codes are followed because so many cities can change something. One big example is to never have a freezer or refrigerator on a GFCI. If it trips for some reason, contents are a loss. Always knowing what style of light is a big help like you mentioned about LED style lights and plug in. I love the wire stackers because how neat it is, but this is another thing to make sure the code allows. Been told that insulation installs can create an issue for fastening it properly or spray insulation can cause a wire to come out. Again, it doesn't take much time to check out what is allowed and what isn't. Always love your videos and explanations. Till next time Josh 🔨👍🏻

Love your videos... I freaked out when you said you had to have 6" of wire past the front surface of the box. NEC 300.14 says 6" from where the conductor emerges from the raceway and a minimum of 3" out from the face of the gang box. Thank you for making these videos. I wired my own house partially from what you present.

Good intro to the task. A few tips from this DIYer: I rarely use a tape. Instead, I have a "story stick" with a few crucial measurements marked on it. (9", 12", 24" most often.) I use an Ideal Lil' Ripper to open Romex, and that happens to be 6" long. I also know how long my hammer handle and screwdrivers are. Chalk lines are the bomb. I make a habit of pulling the incoming feed cable through the top left hole in the box. If the Next Guy notices this, he'll thank me, since he'll know how all the boxes are done. Double check Sharpie for labeling cables. Always, always, always think of the Next Guy. The two-nail cable staples, with the white plastic saddle, are super, especially in tight spots. Zero chance of pinching the cable. The big blue Irwin auger bit is great--but for old work, cheap spade bits can be thrown away with minimal pain when hidden nails chew them up. If possible, when drilling I finish the hole from the exit side to avoid splintering, which might nick the cable. A block held against the back will also help if the stud spacing is too tight. Use armored cable or even conduit if your garage, basement, or shop will not have finished walls. I also use metallic boxes. I always use 12 ga wiring in utility spaces. Always. For everything. Except for heavy duty circuits that need 10 ga. I always use commercial or spec grade outlets and switches, not the commodity or residential units, especially not the ones out of the bargain bins. This goes triple for heavy duty use areas, such as the garage or kitchen.

Amazing video. OMG! Thank you so much. I have an unattached small shed. Can't wait to get it wired following your guidance.

This guy is a great teacher. I am excited, because I live ina place with the same you own it you can install it yourself code and now I think I actually can do it myself. Thank you!!! I'm watching and taking notes and learning tons!

Very good and detailed. As a DIY it helps me better understand something’s I needed to know.

Great teacher. Thanks for your videos

Very detailed and informative. Thank you!

i decide to be a apprentice electirican soon, your video will help me a lot at this point, great thanks!

great video! very good job! I really like that you explain everything. Thank you for sharing your knowledge