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Originally Posted by Woodbear
I received 3 quotes for adding a dedicated outlet receptacle in the garage for our freezer and refridgerator.........all companies said ONLY GFI outlets could be installed. Were all 3 incorrect, maybe  |
They are correct. According the NEC:
210.8(A) Dwelling Units. All 125-volt through 250-volt receptacles installed in the locations specified in 210.8(A)(1) through (A)(11) and supplied by single-phase branch circuits rated 150 volts or less to ground shall have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel.
(1) Bathrooms
(2) Garages and also accessory buildings that have a floor located at or below grade level not intended as habitable rooms and limited to storage areas, work areas, and areas of similar use
(3) Outdoors