How to Wire a Detached Garage - DIY Electrical Wiring Guide

💡Properly wiring a detached garage requires following local building codes and obtaining necessary permits.

⚡For lighting circuits, use a 15 amp circuit and 14 gauge wire. For receptacles, use a 20 amp circuit and 12 gauge wire.

🔌Place outlets at least 6 feet from corners and no more than 12 feet apart on wall runs.

🔧Use electrical boxes and staples to secure wires, and follow the 6-12 rule for spacing receptacles.

🏢Running wire through the walls and ceiling requires drilling holes and anchoring the wire properly.

Do I need a permit to wire a detached garage?

—Yes, it is important to obtain the necessary permits and follow local building codes when wiring a detached garage.

What gauge wire should I use for lighting circuits?

—For a 15 amp lighting circuit, use 14 gauge wire.

What gauge wire should I use for receptacles?

—For a 20 amp receptacle circuit, use 12 gauge wire.

How far should outlets be placed from corners?

—Outlets should be at least 6 feet away from corners to comply with the 6-12 rule.

How far apart should outlets be placed on wall runs?

—Outlets should be spaced no more than 12 feet apart on wall runs to comply with the 6-12 rule.

00:00Introduction and important considerations when wiring a detached garage, including permits and local building codes.

01:56Explanation of wiring gauge requirements for lighting circuits and receptacles, as well as the use of 15 amp and 20 amp breakers.

05:32Placement of outlets according to the 6-12 rule, including distance from corners and spacing on wall runs.

07:33Securing wires with electrical boxes and staples, drilling holes for wire runs, and anchoring wires properly.