Garage outlets should be at least 18 inches off the floor

Electrical · Lights, Outlets and Switches · printed page 106 (PDF page 107)

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Electric Outlets – in Garages – 18 Inches off the Floor Garage – Electrical Outlets – 18 Inches off the Floor

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The illustration shows two duplex electrical receptacles mounted on a garage wall above the floor. A vertical dimension arrow marks 18 inches from the floor to a reference line at the receptacles. A vehicle wheel beside the wall establishes the garage setting. The title identifies mounting garage outlets at least 18 inches above the floor as the recommended practice.

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