i watch your channel every now and again. you have evolved and expanded your skills. this is wa-ay over my abilities to even understand but love your voice, enthusiasm and watching you work. so happy for you. you go, girl!
Hi Joyce!! Awww... Thank you for this! It makes me happy to know that I'm growing and being able to show people more things than just painted furniture (which I still love, but I wanted to do more and to grow my skills). Thank you! (And I appreciate that you like my voice! I am usually horrified by it, lol) ❤️
A lot of really good planning and focus on your part. You will save around 5k doing it yourself and creating good content for your channel. This is going to be an awesome workshop when you are finished. You have pretty much thought of everything from outlet position, overhead lighting, bench areas to climate control in the workshop. The functionality in this space will be unlimited.
Hi Michelle! Thank you for this thoughtful comment! There was definitely a lot of thought involved in the functionality of the space, along with careful running of the wiring. I wanted my electrician to be impressed by what I had done, so that he sees I am taking this project seriously. I think he appreciated my level of attention to detail! :) Thank you so much!
I am really impressed at how much detail are included in your videos. I recently put a shed in my back yard and all of the electrical bids were ridiculous. You helped me cut that price in less than half. I thank you and I am now a subscriber. Keep the projects coming!!! Oh, mine is a 12x24 man cave !!!
Oh, you are a lifesaver! .... I have been watching a lot of videos about DIY electrical in sheds + it feels like they're all speaking a different language 😵💫
You are amazing sweetie, and very pretty also! I’m a 62 year old lady from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺 and boy I wish I’d had a go at more stuff when I was younger…you are so inspiring. xoxo
Thanks for the great video! I just recently got a 12'x16' shed that I'm going to use as a mini work shop. I called an electrician to get a quote to bring 100a service to my work shop so I could safely use power tools, have lighting and climate control via mini split unit HVAC. I definitely had sticker shock when the electrician presented his quote. Now I'm researching ways to possibly do some of the work myself to save some cash. Electrical work has always been very intimidating to me but your video gives me the confidence to at least tackle some of the work myself and hopefully soften the blow from the electricians bill.
Thanks, Vicki! I know....that garage was NOT working out too well. HAHA. I still need to clean out the garage and figure out what will go in the shed. That will come in time. I'm not trying to junk up the shed! :)
Love the video and extremely helpful for my project. It's too late for this job but if you don't already have one, an oscillating multi-tool is amazing for cutting down on time spent cutting things like holes in wood and drywall for fixtures and even has adapters to do it all at once (it came to mind when you were using the jigsaw on the exterior fixture. Thanks for making this.
If can lights make you happy Serena then stick wit da can lights!! Great tip on keeping the can to the side you're hammering. I'm here cheering you on Kid!!! Some of the neatest wiring I've ever seen. You should be very proud!!! Bring on part 2!!! Hoping all is well Serena, Dirty Jersey out!! "I Got The Power"!!!!!!
Thank you!! And yes, my garage was like yours. Barely any outlets at all. Very frustrating. You might want to look into seeing if you can install a cable reel in the middle of the garage bay. I have a RYOBI garage door opener and there is a built-in cable reel that added much needed power.
This was sooooo good!!! You are an inspiration to us! I have always been afraid of doing anything electrical, but you make it look doable. Another great informative video. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.❤️❤️❤️
I used to be afraid, too! Well, if it's already covered up with drywall, that's even more unnerving because you have to fish the wires and I haven't done that. But when the studs are exposed, it's easier. That's why I added so many receptacles. I don't want to have to add any later after the drywall is already up! Lol
Great video series! I just had a Tuff Shed installed, and of course, I have delusions of grand jour and wanted to insulate and also 'electrify' my shed. Your videos are super helpful! Thanks! 👏
Heeeey, congrats on your shed!! I don't think they're "delusions" at all! The only delusion is that you will get it done quickly when doing it yourself. HA! It takes time, for sure. But it's rewarding to know you did it yourself. :) Good luck!!!
Yes, impact driver! Inspired! Can’t wait to share with my rising pre-mechanical engineering mini! I’m planning to build our shed, treehouse, tinyhome adu s in our backyard this summer. So happy to find your vlog 🫶🏼 P.S. Ariat was my fav brand of riding gear as a kid.
I used to run cable for Comcast in MD. If they have to run coax to your shed, make sure they use the outdoor one. Sometimes techs get lazy and give you the regular indoor stuff. It's usually orange. Has this gooey stuff inside called plenum. Could be different now. I quit years ago
Thanks for the tip! There will be conduit in the trench for them to run the cables. I just went and bought all the supplies so that the electrician can prepare it this week. :)
Love this. Electrical wiring is not my thing and I find it very intimidating on some occasions. But IMO when you accomplish a project it's such a rewarding feeling. My friends think i'm a genius and I just laugh. They have no idea of the doubt and sometimes fear that goes on during each project. And some have called me crazy. When I ran electricity from my house to my shed, I dug the trench (36") by hand. :):) I even thought I was crazy afterwards but hey, I saved a few $$$'s.
Funny thing is I was shopping for a she shed and when I saw your first video and was comparing sheds, I decided to go with the same exact one you have and same size. That way I can kind of follow along with your progress. I have no building skills whatsoever though. Mine is going on a gravel bed so in the future whenever I can get the walls finished I will probably use painted paneling so there is no cracking of drywall from shed settling. My shed is going to be used for now as storage and space for crafting and indoor play area for small dogs as I have a small dog daycare business. In the future if I can finish it nicely I’m hoping an Airbnb. My tuff shed company would not put in skylights in New England or let me put in my own French doors as yours did. Otherwise it’s exactly the same as yours. You are very inspiring and I love this series.
Oh wow, congrats on your twinsies shed!! I wonder why they wouldn't allow skylights or a custom door? Could be something about the weather you have there compared to here. We rarely get snow anymore here in MD and the winters have been very mild. Love your plan for paneling and for how you will use it! It's the perfect size, don't you think? Any smaller and it would have felt TOO small.
@@ThriftDiving For some reason I thought you were in Texas and figured it was because of damage from New England weather that my company wouldn’t put in skylights. I have only emailed and texted the person I’ve been dealing with. I was really disappointed about the skylights and they had offered an electrical package but he said they don’t any longer. Another great disappointment. I went with your shed so I would have an idea about costs too. Mine is priced higher at this time with the fewer features. I only got flower boxes on the front though to save a little. I had to go with their slider as the front door. Otherwise it is a twin. I ordered it about 3 weeks ago. I’m very excited to see yours coming together. Thank you for all you share! ❤️
Canless lights are so much easier . You run all the wires and after you install drywall, you cut the hole, wire the light, and it snaps against the drywall. You eliminate all the goofing around with the metal housing plus all the time measuring each cut per drywall sheet. Plus the cost for the housing. How do I know? Lol, my first house I used these. Then a sparky showed me how much time and money I wasted. Never again lol
I'm not planning on building a she shed (but who knows, right?) but I'm finding all of this info interesting and helpful. Thanks for explaining all the steps and sharing useful tips and even sharing mistakes you made. Can't wait to see the finished shed!
Never say never! Lol. I had no idea I would want a shed like this. But once I realized it would be possible, I was all in. Lol. Glad you found the info useful!!
I still can't believe I am doing this! And to think that I would have paid an electrician a whopping $7,500 to do this entire project, when my master electrician is only charging me $3,000 to do the sub panel connections and stuff, but I saved $4,500 by doing the interior myself!! It's amazing what a little preparation and motivation and inspiration can do. :) Thank you!!!
@@ThriftDiving yes , it sure would have been expensive 😢 I tried to rewire a mobile home … I started to scream and called a professional lol 😂. If you want You can call and electrician just to “confirm” your work… Just in case but just looking at it looks like you did a wonderful job💕💕❤️❤️❤️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 wow I spoke too soon lol 😂 You are getting an electrical guys coming bye this is so good thank you so much for sharing I feel so inspired to tackle my she shed 😍😘
@@RuthiesVlogWorld You can do it!!! Just watch some videos first! And yes, I am under the advise of a master electrician. He stopped over last week to check things out and he gave me a thumbs up on my work so far. Even went as far to say that the work was "clean." That means a lot since I remember from electrical wiring class that he appreciated clean wiring. I even pulling in the vacuum and cleaned up all the saw dust and debris before he came, so that he would be extra impressed. HAHA
You did that much neater and cleaner than most of the electricians I've seen on job sites haha of course a lot of the time on like track houses they're just trying to hurry and get as many done as fast as possible and with some guys that comes at the expense of neatness and sadly sometimes quality (luckily, quality isn't usually an issuse) but you did a great job!! well done👏👏👏
Serena that was pretty amazing watching you! There's alot to remember to get all the electrical connected properly and I sure would be so confused trying to do this! I say kudos to you girl! It's so refreshing watching women's videos doing this kind of thing! I was just watching Rachael Metz and they were doing welding! She has done some electrical before at a friend's home. You both rock it! 🇨🇦😀💖
The box you used on the out side is not a weather tight box in my state they do not allow a cut in box like that to be used. But you are doing a nice job wiring up you DIY shed.👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍
Yes, I can use this because it will have a weatherproof in-use box on the outside. I am under the advise of a master electrician so everything I am doing has been run by him per code. I just didn't install the weatherproof covers yet.
@@ThriftDiving i sorry i did not mean to affend you. I was a contractor in the construction traide for 17 i had to retire. for medical reasons. I purchsse a tuff shed and they are great but the T 1-11 siding if not correctly sealed right will water swell dou to water penatration. And i have a water tight box that is box and cover made to be seal to the building so as not to cause major damage to your structure. I have enjoyed watching you videos. And you are doing and excellent job on you DIY she shed . You explaine the procedures well. For all to understand. But as a weather proof cover compared to a water tight boxs are different. They do make two type of water tight boxes on resessed and has a seal to wall. And outside cover and then there is the out side wall mounted. Box and cover. I have the latter one. Sorry for the miss understanding just was tring to help. my business was a BBB ACCREDITED BUSINESS. Please protcet your investment. Manny blessing to you and your family and i look forward to your next video.☺
Thank you so much! This is a lot of fun! I am now stripping the wires, preparing for the electrical inspection. And it's hurting my hands because the wiring is so thick. LOL
I am so in awe of what you've done, but I'm going to save as much as I can so that I can hire an electrician because I know my limits and this is out of my wheelhouse. You are awesome!
It's definitely a lot of work! I am sure the hours I spent I didn't actually save any money doing it myself, but I really like the learning aspect! Good luck on your electrical!
Me too! I honestly can't see myself working in any other pants now. There have been times when I have worn other pants while working in the garage and I found myself reaching down to grab my pencil or ruler and I forgot that I wasn't wearing my Ariat jeans with the pockets! LOL
OMG, it's amaaaaaazing, Justin! It's quiet, and is always a nice 67 in here at the moment. I could turn it up, but the sunlight in the afternoon warms it up to 72 or so. But whenever I want it warmer, it gets toasty. :) And in the summer, very cool. The Mitzubishi system has been flawless.
I,m glad to see womans are doing for them safe, learning all things, I too what's to start with a deck in my yard.. Then a fireplace in yard, then put up string lights around the deck area..
Awesome video!! The lighting and wiring looks mint! Technical question, regarding the wiring that would have been "open" or not drywalled, how high does the wiring need to be In order to be code compliant? Thx
Good question! I'll have to find out. When my electrician told me, he didn't say. He just said if I weren't drywalling, I wouldn't be able to install it at that height, but that the ceiling would be fine if it were staying open. I'm assuming that code would require you to run it through the rafters and trusses and not straight across.
I did all the ditch digging and electrical on a two room shop and it took me forever. I did my own research and did not get any advise from anyone. That is a most definite no no from me. Should have gotten some advise. Three and four way switches and 200 volt gave me some headaches. Good job that you did.
I’m having a hard time under how u are chaining them yet u said to cut and leave wire hanging in the blue boxes? I will have to watch it again not unless someone can explain ty
The wire left extended from the box is so they can be connected together. I may have left those details out because at the time, I was just running the wiring but hadn't made the connections yet.
Even though you can have 12 outlets on a single circuit with all your runs I would have not put so many right next to each other on the same circuit. I would have taken the time to alternate the boxes on the first two circuits so you would be far less likely to trip either circuit as you plug things in. Even though they are 20 AMP circuits it still is easy to pop the breaker if you plug a couple large devices into the same circuit which is more likely if you do not alternate the boxes.
Some woodworking folks recommended that when I was designing the interior. I talked to my electrician and he said it wasn't needed to do that. I will be working alone in this shed, running mostly battery powered tools. Bigger tools that may be plugged in would never be run at once in the same circuit. But you're correct that some people like to wire that way.
@@ThriftDiving I find that electrical use tends to follow electrical availability. The more outlets I add to my house the more that are constantly used (or so its seems). The more battery tools you use the more chargers you plug in. A nice large shed like yours might end up with TV, Stereo, Radio, Computer, Monitor, Printer, Refrigerator, Microwave etc... Pretty soon you start to run out of outlets depending on how much time people spend there. Just be careful how many are on at anyone time in one area. Base on this video and the comments you got I don't think you Master Electrician was as good as you may think he was.... Side Story - Years ago when I decided to redo much of the plumbing in my basement I spent a lot of time researching code and figuring out what I wanted to do and how it should/could be done. I ended going to a plumbing supply store to try to discuss my plans and purchase the parts I wanted. The man (owner) behind the counter kept telling me I did not need many of the things I wanted as they were not required by code. I told him I wanted to do things right and many other states and areas had much stricter codes I thought I should meet. I told him he was wrong about a number of things and he went and got some code books and looked some things up and I was correct. I then asked him if there was a real plumber there that could help me. He took out his wallet and threw his Master Plumber card on the counter and told me to get out of his store. That was fine with me as I had already made up my mine to take my business somewhere else.
Hey, Phil, thank you! I sometimes think I will want to move out to the shed, too. At least, when I'm out there, I wish for a toilet. And if I get a toilet, may as well put a fridge. And a cot. LOL
It's a great skill to have and actually isn't as difficult as I thought it would be. :) Just remember: everything gets daisy chained together in one circuit. And you can't have more than 10 outlets or lights in one circuit. :)
You're doing a GREAT JOB!! I'm PROUD of you!! Keep up your Good 👍 Work!! I'm excited to see your finished Job!! You're a Great Inspiration to all the Women of the World it can be done!! 😊😉☺ 🔨🔧 👷👷📏🎧
Pretty cool to see a beautiful woman doing some electrical work. My hats off to ya, but you should definitely invest in a impact drill, it would make installing screws alot easier
i watch your channel every now and again. you have evolved and expanded your skills. this is wa-ay over my abilities to even understand but love your voice, enthusiasm and watching you work. so happy for you. you go, girl!
Hi Joyce!! Awww... Thank you for this! It makes me happy to know that I'm growing and being able to show people more things than just painted furniture (which I still love, but I wanted to do more and to grow my skills). Thank you! (And I appreciate that you like my voice! I am usually horrified by it, lol) ❤️
Thank you!!! I watched 4 different men and felt more clueless than ever. Then I found you!!!! Easy peasy. Thank you ma'am
A lot of really good planning and focus on your part. You will save around 5k doing it yourself and creating good content for your channel. This is going to be an awesome workshop when you are finished. You have pretty much thought of everything from outlet position, overhead lighting, bench areas to climate control in the workshop. The functionality in this space will be unlimited.
Hi Michelle! Thank you for this thoughtful comment! There was definitely a lot of thought involved in the functionality of the space, along with careful running of the wiring. I wanted my electrician to be impressed by what I had done, so that he sees I am taking this project seriously. I think he appreciated my level of attention to detail! :) Thank you so much!
I am really impressed at how much detail are included in your videos. I recently put a shed in my back yard and all of the electrical bids were ridiculous. You helped me cut that price in less than half. I thank you and I am now a subscriber. Keep the projects coming!!! Oh, mine is a 12x24 man cave !!!
Oh, you are a lifesaver! .... I have been watching a lot of videos about DIY electrical in sheds + it feels like they're all speaking a different language 😵💫
We always used a template made from a scrap of wood for drilling holes for the romex. Perfect everytime.
Brilliant job Serena. It's inspiring watching you get out of your comfort zone with the electrical work.
Thank you, Rex! I'm glad to add this to my repertoire of skills now! :)
You are amazing sweetie, and very pretty also! I’m a 62 year old lady from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 🇦🇺 and boy I wish I’d had a go at more stuff when I was younger…you are so inspiring. xoxo
Thanks for the great video! I just recently got a 12'x16' shed that I'm going to use as a mini work shop. I called an electrician to get a quote to bring 100a service to my work shop so I could safely use power tools, have lighting and climate control via mini split unit HVAC. I definitely had sticker shock when the electrician presented his quote. Now I'm researching ways to possibly do some of the work myself to save some cash. Electrical work has always been very intimidating to me but your video gives me the confidence to at least tackle some of the work myself and hopefully soften the blow from the electricians bill.
I thought long ago you needed your own workshop 👏 so awesome to watch you actually build it.
Thanks, Vicki! I know....that garage was NOT working out too well. HAHA. I still need to clean out the garage and figure out what will go in the shed. That will come in time. I'm not trying to junk up the shed! :)
Love the video and extremely helpful for my project. It's too late for this job but if you don't already have one, an oscillating multi-tool is amazing for cutting down on time spent cutting things like holes in wood and drywall for fixtures and even has adapters to do it all at once (it came to mind when you were using the jigsaw on the exterior fixture. Thanks for making this.
If can lights make you happy Serena then stick wit da can lights!! Great tip on keeping the can to the side you're hammering. I'm here cheering you on Kid!!! Some of the neatest wiring I've ever seen. You should be very proud!!! Bring on part 2!!! Hoping all is well Serena, Dirty Jersey out!!
"I Got The Power"!!!!!!
I'm really excited to see this series. Thanks so much for sharing. I think our garage needs more outlets!
Thank you!! And yes, my garage was like yours. Barely any outlets at all. Very frustrating. You might want to look into seeing if you can install a cable reel in the middle of the garage bay. I have a RYOBI garage door opener and there is a built-in cable reel that added much needed power.
@@ThriftDiving That's a good idea. Thank you!
I love this video. Your work is very neat and your process is informative. Thank you for sharing this with us.
Thank you, Reid!
This was sooooo good!!! You are an inspiration to us! I have always been afraid of doing anything electrical, but you make it look doable. Another great informative video. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.❤️❤️❤️
I used to be afraid, too! Well, if it's already covered up with drywall, that's even more unnerving because you have to fish the wires and I haven't done that. But when the studs are exposed, it's easier. That's why I added so many receptacles. I don't want to have to add any later after the drywall is already up! Lol
she did it incorrectly. Do not follow her advice.
You’re amazing!! Keep up the fantastic work and kudos on the progress. You’re inspirational!! 🙌🏾👏🏾😊
I appreciate that!! Thank you. It feels wonderful to be making progress, and to be doing something I didn't think I was going to be able to do!
@@ThriftDiving You’re welcome and you’re definitely making it happen!! 💪🏾
Did you install the mini split unit a video of that install would be great.
Great video series! I just had a Tuff Shed installed, and of course, I have delusions of grand jour and wanted to insulate and also 'electrify' my shed. Your videos are super helpful! Thanks! 👏
Heeeey, congrats on your shed!! I don't think they're "delusions" at all! The only delusion is that you will get it done quickly when doing it yourself. HA! It takes time, for sure. But it's rewarding to know you did it yourself. :) Good luck!!!
Yes, impact driver! Inspired! Can’t wait to share with my rising pre-mechanical engineering mini! I’m planning to build our shed, treehouse, tinyhome adu s in our backyard this summer. So happy to find your vlog 🫶🏼
P.S. Ariat was my fav brand of riding gear as a kid.
The best I've seen so far keep up the good work and Thank you
Thank you, Steve!
Thanks for all the helpful content! I love your focus on safety and your amazing explanations of doing it right
Brilliant! I thoroughly enjoyed your presentation. I thought it was great! With a warm embrace! Semper Fi
Awww, thank you so much!!
I'm working on getting busy like you. My passionate is building, DIYs and decor.
I used to run cable for Comcast in MD. If they have to run coax to your shed, make sure they use the outdoor one. Sometimes techs get lazy and give you the regular indoor stuff. It's usually orange. Has this gooey stuff inside called plenum. Could be different now. I quit years ago
Thanks for the tip! There will be conduit in the trench for them to run the cables. I just went and bought all the supplies so that the electrician can prepare it this week. :)
Love this. Electrical wiring is not my thing and I find it very intimidating on some occasions. But IMO when you accomplish a project it's such a rewarding feeling. My friends think i'm a genius and I just laugh. They have no idea of the doubt and sometimes fear that goes on during each project. And some have called me crazy. When I ran electricity from my house to my shed, I dug the trench (36") by hand. :):) I even thought I was crazy afterwards but hey, I saved a few $$$'s.
Great job! So proud of the job you’ve accomplished!
Thanks so much, Eva!!
Serena, you are an inspiration. This workshop is going to be fabulous!
Thank you!! I am enjoying this project SO much!!
Funny thing is I was shopping for a she shed and when I saw your first video and was comparing sheds, I decided to go with the same exact one you have and same size. That way I can kind of follow along with your progress. I have no building skills whatsoever though. Mine is going on a gravel bed so in the future whenever I can get the walls finished I will probably use painted paneling so there is no cracking of drywall from shed settling. My shed is going to be used for now as storage and space for crafting and indoor play area for small dogs as I have a small dog daycare business. In the future if I can finish it nicely I’m hoping an Airbnb. My tuff shed company would not put in skylights in New England or let me put in my own French doors as yours did. Otherwise it’s exactly the same as yours. You are very inspiring and I love this series.
Oh wow, congrats on your twinsies shed!! I wonder why they wouldn't allow skylights or a custom door? Could be something about the weather you have there compared to here. We rarely get snow anymore here in MD and the winters have been very mild. Love your plan for paneling and for how you will use it! It's the perfect size, don't you think? Any smaller and it would have felt TOO small.
@@ThriftDiving For some reason I thought you were in Texas and figured it was because of damage from New England weather that my company wouldn’t put in skylights.
I have only emailed and texted the person I’ve been dealing with. I was really disappointed about the skylights and they had offered an electrical package but he said they don’t any longer. Another great disappointment.
I went with your shed so I would have an idea about costs too. Mine is priced higher at this time with the fewer features. I only got flower boxes on the front though to save a little. I had to go with their slider as the front door. Otherwise it is a twin. I ordered it about 3 weeks ago. I’m very excited to see yours coming together. Thank you for all you share! ❤️
Canless lights are so much easier . You run all the wires and after you install drywall, you cut the hole, wire the light, and it snaps against the drywall. You eliminate all the goofing around with the metal housing plus all the time measuring each cut per drywall sheet. Plus the cost for the housing. How do I know? Lol, my first house I used these. Then a sparky showed me how much time and money I wasted. Never again lol
Ariat Rebar pants are amazing, I agree 💯
Nice, I wish you wouldve included the permit and inspection processes
Great video! I was so sad when I noticed that the video was over 😂 Can’t wait for the other parts.
Awww, that is so sweet; ❤️ I'm working on the second part of the electrical so it's coming soon!!!
I'm not planning on building a she shed (but who knows, right?) but I'm finding all of this info interesting and helpful. Thanks for explaining all the steps and sharing useful tips and even sharing mistakes you made. Can't wait to see the finished shed!
Never say never! Lol. I had no idea I would want a shed like this. But once I realized it would be possible, I was all in. Lol. Glad you found the info useful!!
I’m so proud of you girly 😍👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 you go girl !! I feel so inspired 💕
I still can't believe I am doing this! And to think that I would have paid an electrician a whopping $7,500 to do this entire project, when my master electrician is only charging me $3,000 to do the sub panel connections and stuff, but I saved $4,500 by doing the interior myself!! It's amazing what a little preparation and motivation and inspiration can do. :) Thank you!!!
@@ThriftDiving yes , it sure would have been expensive 😢 I tried to rewire a mobile home … I started to scream and called a professional lol 😂. If you want You can call and electrician just to “confirm” your work… Just in case but just looking at it looks like you did a wonderful job💕💕❤️❤️❤️👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 wow I spoke too soon lol 😂 You are getting an electrical guys coming bye this is so good thank you so much for sharing I feel so inspired to tackle my she shed 😍😘
@@RuthiesVlogWorld You can do it!!! Just watch some videos first! And yes, I am under the advise of a master electrician. He stopped over last week to check things out and he gave me a thumbs up on my work so far. Even went as far to say that the work was "clean." That means a lot since I remember from electrical wiring class that he appreciated clean wiring. I even pulling in the vacuum and cleaned up all the saw dust and debris before he came, so that he would be extra impressed. HAHA
You did that much neater and cleaner than most of the electricians I've seen on job sites haha of course a lot of the time on like track houses they're just trying to hurry and get as many done as fast as possible and with some guys that comes at the expense of neatness and sadly sometimes quality (luckily, quality isn't usually an issuse) but you did a great job!! well done👏👏👏
Very cool, glad you'll be compliant too 👍🏾 🖤
Defintely has to be compliant!! Lol. Don't want to start any fires!
Serena that was pretty amazing watching you! There's alot to remember to get all the electrical connected properly and I sure would be so confused trying to do this! I say kudos to you girl! It's so refreshing watching women's videos doing this kind of thing! I was just watching Rachael Metz and they were doing welding! She has done some electrical before at a friend's home. You both rock it! 🇨🇦😀💖
That was fun.
I can hardly wait for the next videos.
Continued success.
do you have a material list that you used to get all the product?
The box you used on the out side is not a weather tight box in my state they do not allow a cut in box like that to be used. But you are doing a nice job wiring up you DIY shed.👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍
I was going to say the same thing.
Yes, I can use this because it will have a weatherproof in-use box on the outside. I am under the advise of a master electrician so everything I am doing has been run by him per code. I just didn't install the weatherproof covers yet.
@@ThriftDiving i sorry i did not mean to affend you. I was a contractor in the construction traide for 17 i had to retire. for medical reasons. I purchsse a tuff shed and they are great but the T 1-11 siding if not correctly sealed right will water swell dou to water penatration. And i have a water tight box that is box and cover made to be seal to the building so as not to cause major damage to your structure. I have enjoyed watching you videos. And you are doing and excellent job on you DIY she shed . You explaine the procedures well. For all to understand. But as a weather proof cover compared to a water tight boxs are different. They do make two type of water tight boxes on resessed and has a seal to wall. And outside cover and then there is the out side wall mounted. Box and cover. I have the latter one. Sorry for the miss understanding just was tring to help. my business was a BBB ACCREDITED BUSINESS. Please protcet your investment. Manny blessing to you and your family and i look forward to your next video.☺
@@martyclack8782 Oh, I wasn't offended at all! :) I appreciate any advice you've got! I will copy your response and share it with my electrician.
Yay congrats to having your she shed! Are sheds have the same color!
She-shed looks great! Amazing work hands down 👏.. Just love it!!
Thank you so much! This is a lot of fun! I am now stripping the wires, preparing for the electrical inspection. And it's hurting my hands because the wiring is so thick. LOL
@@ThriftDiving You are so talented. Learning new techniques from your channel. 🥰🙏🏾
Can I ask what did the materials cost to wire your shed
I am so in awe of what you've done, but I'm going to save as much as I can so that I can hire an electrician because I know my limits and this is out of my wheelhouse. You are awesome!
It's definitely a lot of work! I am sure the hours I spent I didn't actually save any money doing it myself, but I really like the learning aspect! Good luck on your electrical!
Wired my shed with smurf tube, worked out great.
Did you void your warranty with Tuffshed by adding the lights?
Loving the work out fits 💕
Me too! I honestly can't see myself working in any other pants now. There have been times when I have worn other pants while working in the garage and I found myself reaching down to grab my pencil or ruler and I forgot that I wasn't wearing my Ariat jeans with the pockets! LOL
@@ThriftDiving lol 😂 💕💕
Ur voiceovers are so good
Thank you for sharing - how do you like that heater in your shop?
OMG, it's amaaaaaazing, Justin! It's quiet, and is always a nice 67 in here at the moment. I could turn it up, but the sunlight in the afternoon warms it up to 72 or so. But whenever I want it warmer, it gets toasty. :) And in the summer, very cool. The Mitzubishi system has been flawless.
You are amazing. I really enjoy your channel. Thanks so much for sharing, Robin
Couldn’t see your personally selected collection on Ariat from that link above
What state are you in? Love the work
Please show us some progress on your She Shed. Thank you
It's coming! Just finished up some of the electrical and I now have LIGHTS! I will be posting an update this week!
Yes
Thank you
The ditch looked like it had a sharp 90 degree near the building. That will make getting later wires through very difficult.
Did you ever make the second video?
Nice!
Like this build
Keep on keeping on my friend...
Thanks so much!
Apprentice electrician here, nice work 👍!!
Thanks so much!!!
I,m glad to see womans are doing for them safe, learning all things, I too what's to start with a deck in my yard.. Then a fireplace in yard, then put up string lights around the deck area..
Take it one project at a time! :)
Fantastic job!
I love your videos so much
Aww, Denton, thank you! You've made me smile tonight reading this! :)
Anyone know what height the receptacle boxes should be from the floor?
Wow! Great job and great video!
Great video, thanks for explaining everything so clearly. 👍
Great job you make me proud keep up the good work be safe God bless
Thank you, Dolores!!
You go girl, I can’t wait to she then results.
Slow progress, but baby steps count! :) Thank you, Darlene!
Awesome video!! The lighting and wiring looks mint! Technical question, regarding the wiring that would have been "open" or not drywalled, how high does the wiring need to be In order to be code compliant? Thx
Good question! I'll have to find out. When my electrician told me, he didn't say. He just said if I weren't drywalling, I wouldn't be able to install it at that height, but that the ceiling would be fine if it were staying open. I'm assuming that code would require you to run it through the rafters and trusses and not straight across.
@@ThriftDiving thank you. I'll have to investigate a little myself before doing my install
This was so helpful! Thank you for the video
Thanks for watching!!
I did all the ditch digging and electrical on a two room shop and it took me forever. I did my own research and did not get any advise from anyone. That is a most definite no no from me. Should have gotten some advise. Three and four way switches and 200 volt gave me some headaches. Good job that you did.
Fantastic congratulations on your fabulas shed ...GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR Fmily ....merry x- mas. Xxoo
Wow - that was a lot but it was awesome to watch 🙋🏾♀️💕
I know, so long!! Sorry about that, but there were so many things to show! :) Glad you enjoyed it!
Love how you're not afraid to do handy/construction work, woman power! 💥👊💃
It's soooo much fun, even with the hesitation! 😂
You can accomplish anything. 👍 job.happy Thanksgiving.
I’m having a hard time under how u are chaining them yet u said to cut and leave wire hanging in the blue boxes? I will have to watch it again not unless someone can explain ty
The wire left extended from the box is so they can be connected together. I may have left those details out because at the time, I was just running the wiring but hadn't made the connections yet.
@@ThriftDiving thank you so much! I really enjoyed ur video and it gave me hope that I can do the wiring at my cabin myself. Thank you so much!!
Nice job!!
Why 20A?
Awesome!! So proud of you! 👏👏👏👏🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Enjoying this!!!
YAY! That's what I like to hear! I really tried to cut the video down so it wasn't so long. Hope you don't mind! :)
Even though you can have 12 outlets on a single circuit with all your runs I would have not put so many right next to each other on the same circuit. I would have taken the time to alternate the boxes on the first two circuits so you would be far less likely to trip either circuit as you plug things in. Even though they are 20 AMP circuits it still is easy to pop the breaker if you plug a couple large devices into the same circuit which is more likely if you do not alternate the boxes.
Some woodworking folks recommended that when I was designing the interior. I talked to my electrician and he said it wasn't needed to do that. I will be working alone in this shed, running mostly battery powered tools. Bigger tools that may be plugged in would never be run at once in the same circuit. But you're correct that some people like to wire that way.
@@ThriftDiving I find that electrical use tends to follow electrical availability. The more outlets I add to my house the more that are constantly used (or so its seems). The more battery tools you use the more chargers you plug in. A nice large shed like yours might end up with TV, Stereo, Radio, Computer, Monitor, Printer, Refrigerator, Microwave etc... Pretty soon you start to run out of outlets depending on how much time people spend there. Just be careful how many are on at anyone time in one area.
Base on this video and the comments you got I don't think you Master Electrician was as good as you may think he was....
Side Story - Years ago when I decided to redo much of the plumbing in my basement I spent a lot of time researching code and figuring out what I wanted to do and how it should/could be done. I ended going to a plumbing supply store to try to discuss my plans and purchase the parts I wanted. The man (owner) behind the counter kept telling me I did not need many of the things I wanted as they were not required by code. I told him I wanted to do things right and many other states and areas had much stricter codes I thought I should meet. I told him he was wrong about a number of things and he went and got some code books and looked some things up and I was correct. I then asked him if there was a real plumber there that could help me. He took out his wallet and threw his Master Plumber card on the counter and told me to get out of his store. That was fine with me as I had already made up my mine to take my business somewhere else.
Such a inspiration 💕😊
Thank you, Mona!!
Loved the video
I am foreign and this video would be grateful and informative if you from Australia 🇦🇺.
Wish I could hire you 😍
Stunning Serena what a place I'd live in that quit happily best wishes Phil 👍
Hey, Phil, thank you! I sometimes think I will want to move out to the shed, too. At least, when I'm out there, I wish for a toilet. And if I get a toilet, may as well put a fridge. And a cot. LOL
@@ThriftDiving yeah move in there love lol 🤣🤣🤣🙏🌹
You inspire me!
Aww, that makes me happy to hear! That's my goal in life: to inspire others! :)
Love long vids.
You make women look good!
Great job. It’s going to be a wonderful space to work in.
Wow! Awesome🥰
Good job 👏👏👍👍
1:31 Ohhhhhh Yeah 😎
Oh, you're being fresh. I see you....
If any woman needs a truck, you are that woman!
Amen, my friend!! I will make it happen soon! Lol
Hump day!!!!
Awesome...
Talented and cute lady, excellent video.
Voice sounds like a singing voice on the mend.
I need to know this. I want a tiny house.
It's a great skill to have and actually isn't as difficult as I thought it would be. :) Just remember: everything gets daisy chained together in one circuit. And you can't have more than 10 outlets or lights in one circuit. :)
🎊🔥👑 So cool 😎
Thanks, Gabriel! :)
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She's beautiful ain't she...she's got a nice shed,better than mine. ...wondering why the wires not in conduit though....
You're doing a GREAT JOB!! I'm PROUD of you!! Keep up your Good 👍 Work!! I'm excited to see your finished Job!! You're a Great Inspiration to all the Women of the World it can be done!! 😊😉☺ 🔨🔧 👷👷📏🎧
Aww, thanks Paula! It's a lesson in seeking help to learn how to do it yourself, and then pass in what you've learned.
Pretty cool to see a beautiful woman doing some electrical work. My hats off to ya, but you should definitely invest in a impact drill, it would make installing screws alot easier
Thanks, Stephen! I have one. Not sure why I wasn't sure it.....? LOL