Uploaded February 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this video we demonstrate how to install a GFI outlet in a basement to a newly installed breaker. The requirement was to allow the family and friends to play video games without running an extension cord, since an extension cord is a tripping and safety hazard. This originally started as a phone call asking if it was ok to plug in a surge protector into the basement sump pump outlet and using that to power the TV and I was like NOOOOOOOOOO. NEVER plug anything into dedicated sump pump outlet as you do not want anything that could overload the sump pump breaker and trip it thereby preventing sump pump from operating. So here we are, installing GFI outlets onto a dedicated breaker.
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Table of Contents:
0:00 Intro
0:06 Installation of Romex Connector in load center
0:37 Feeding Romex wire into load center
0:55 Stripping Romex wire
1:19 Installation of 15 Amp breaker
1:29 Installation of 2x4 mounting board
2:50 Mounting of outlet box on 2x4
3:40 Wiring of breaker panel
4:21 wiring of outlets
6:07 wiring of Neutral pigtails
6:27 wiring of Line pigtails
7:00 wiring of Ground pigtails
8:18 preparing wiring for GFI outlets
8:32 wiring of GFI outlets
12:25 insulating GFI with electrical tape
13:44 testing GFI outlets with electrical tester
(Notes)
Not shown in the video is the breaker that was originally specified at Home Depot was a combination AFCI/GFI breaker but the breaker was not compatible with the load center. So he had to go back to Home Depot and purchase a breaker but once again, it wasn't the right breaker and wow what a fiasco. In the end we were able to use one of the breakers, which was a dual 15Amp breaker.
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The breaker was installed and the wiring was already ran prior to my arrival. Remember to read the NEC (National Electrical Code) prior to installation to verify that all is being installed according to code. Wire routed through joists must meet certain requirements, such as it must be secured every 4 feet and must be secured within 12 inches of the electrical box. A 2x4 was secured to the wall with Tapcon screws and poly-adhesive. Not shown in the video was the running of the romex wire down the face of the 2x4 and secured with wire staples.
You are responsible for following safe practices when working. Safety is a mind set that needs to be applied to all areas and not just electricity. Yes, electricity is dangerous. You can get shocked or electrocuted from it. But you could also fall off of a ladder or trip on something on the floor and get seriously injured.
In this video we demonstrate how to install a GFI outlet in a basement to a newly installed breaker. The requirement was to allow the family and friends to play video games without running an extension cord, since an extension cord is a tripping and safety hazard. This originally started as a phone call asking if it was ok to plug in a surge protector into the basement sump pump outlet and using that to power the TV and I was like NOOOOOOOOOO. NEVER plug anything into dedicated sump pump outlet as you do not want anything that could overload the sump pump breaker and trip it thereby preventing sump pump from operating. So here we are, installing GFI outlets onto a dedicated breaker.
Parts list: amzn.to/3DuKvdC
Electrical Tools List: amzn.to/3srwU0a
Contractor Tools used: amzn.to/3N8X5lN
Full list of tools and materials: udoit.me/how-to-install-a-gfi-outlet-in-basement
Table of Contents:
0:00 Intro
0:06 Installation of Romex Connector in load center
0:37 Feeding Romex wire into load center
0:55 Stripping Romex wire
1:19 Installation of 15 Amp breaker
1:29 Installation of 2x4 mounting board
2:50 Mounting of outlet box on 2x4
3:40 Wiring of breaker panel
4:21 wiring of outlets
6:07 wiring of Neutral pigtails
6:27 wiring of Line pigtails
7:00 wiring of Ground pigtails
8:18 preparing wiring for GFI outlets
8:32 wiring of GFI outlets
12:25 insulating GFI with electrical tape
13:44 testing GFI outlets with electrical tester
(Notes)
Not shown in the video is the breaker that was originally specified at Home Depot was a combination AFCI/GFI breaker but the breaker was not compatible with the load center. So he had to go back to Home Depot and purchase a breaker but once again, it wasn't the right breaker and wow what a fiasco. In the end we were able to use one of the breakers, which was a dual 15Amp breaker.
“As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”
The breaker was installed and the wiring was already ran prior to my arrival. Remember to read the NEC (National Electrical Code) prior to installation to verify that all is being installed according to code. Wire routed through joists must meet certain requirements, such as it must be secured every 4 feet and must be secured within 12 inches of the electrical box. A 2x4 was secured to the wall with Tapcon screws and poly-adhesive. Not shown in the video was the running of the romex wire down the face of the 2x4 and secured with wire staples.
You are responsible for following safe practices when working. Safety is a mind set that needs to be applied to all areas and not just electricity. Yes, electricity is dangerous. You can get shocked or electrocuted from it. But you could also fall off of a ladder or trip on something on the floor and get seriously injured.
