just fyi it is a code violation to use drywall scews to mount devices. you must use approved screws. most big box hardware stores sell them. they cost more than drywall screws but is still cheap.
@njpyrogirl29 Thank you for this important tip! I've pinned your content to the top of these comments, hoping that many people will see it and NOT do what I did in the video. I'll make sure to purchase and use approved screws from this point forward. 👍
Why 20 amp GFCI's, the previous receptacles were 15 amp? I get that the circuit is probably 20 amp with 12 gauge wires, but 15 amp receptacles are permitted and are just as good.
@surferdude642 Good question. I guess I'm of the opinion that just because something is permissible, it's not always advisable. Due to the filaments in GFCIs being so sensitive, I'd rather have a 20 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit to reduce the possibility of a callback and it's only a few dollars difference in price.
@@fixitfoxinc Generally speaking, your opinion is obviously agreeable. However, all GFCI receptacles are at minimum rated to be residential/commercial spec grade devices and there is no difference internally between 15 or 20 amp GFCI's that are of the same grade and features. Features, meaning TR and/or WR rated for example. The same thing applies to regular receptacles that are not residential grade. Just an FYI.
@surferdude642 hmmm, good to know! Maybe I'll save myself a couple bucks next time and buy a 15 amp GFCI. So, do they just make 20 amp GFCIs to make money off uninformed non-electricians like myself, or are there applications where 20 amp GFCIs are actually recommended?
@@fixitfoxinc The only time a 20 amp receptacle receptacle is required is on a 20 amp individual branch circuit aka a dedicated circuit and then it must be a single receptacle, not a duplex. NEC 210.21(b)(1). You can find more usage of 20 amp duplex receptacles in commercial and industrial applications, it's just common trade practice as they can get them wholesale for a cheap price. 20 amp receptacles are not commonly used in dwelling units unless the homeowner requests it or changes them him or her self. In rental property such as rental homes, apartments, and condos you are better off with 15 amp receptacles because they will not allow a 20 amp plug to be used, in the unlikely event that someone tries to.
@surferdude642 Thank you very much for the education. I recall being told by the electrical guy at Home Depot once that you should always use a 20 amp GFCI on a 20 amp circuit cuz a 15 amp GFCI wasn't going to be strong enough. Guess we both could have used your help! Thanks again!!
just fyi it is a code violation to use drywall scews to mount devices. you must use approved screws. most big box hardware stores sell them. they cost more than drywall screws but is still cheap.
@njpyrogirl29 Thank you for this important tip! I've pinned your content to the top of these comments, hoping that many people will see it and NOT do what I did in the video. I'll make sure to purchase and use approved screws from this point forward. 👍
Why 20 amp GFCI's, the previous receptacles were 15 amp? I get that the circuit is probably 20 amp with 12 gauge wires, but 15 amp receptacles are permitted and are just as good.
@surferdude642 Good question. I guess I'm of the opinion that just because something is permissible, it's not always advisable. Due to the filaments in GFCIs being so sensitive, I'd rather have a 20 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit to reduce the possibility of a callback and it's only a few dollars difference in price.
@@fixitfoxinc Generally speaking, your opinion is obviously agreeable. However, all GFCI receptacles are at minimum rated to be residential/commercial spec grade devices and there is no difference internally between 15 or 20 amp GFCI's that are of the same grade and features. Features, meaning TR and/or WR rated for example. The same thing applies to regular receptacles that are not residential grade. Just an FYI.
@surferdude642 hmmm, good to know! Maybe I'll save myself a couple bucks next time and buy a 15 amp GFCI.
So, do they just make 20 amp GFCIs to make money off uninformed non-electricians like myself, or are there applications where 20 amp GFCIs are actually recommended?
@@fixitfoxinc The only time a 20 amp receptacle receptacle is required is on a 20 amp individual branch circuit aka a dedicated circuit and then it must be a single receptacle, not a duplex. NEC 210.21(b)(1). You can find more usage of 20 amp duplex receptacles in commercial and industrial applications, it's just common trade practice as they can get them wholesale for a cheap price.
20 amp receptacles are not commonly used in dwelling units unless the homeowner requests it or changes them him or her self. In rental property such as rental homes, apartments, and condos you are better off with 15 amp receptacles because they will not allow a 20 amp plug to be used, in the unlikely event that someone tries to.
@surferdude642 Thank you very much for the education. I recall being told by the electrical guy at Home Depot once that you should always use a 20 amp GFCI on a 20 amp circuit cuz a 15 amp GFCI wasn't going to be strong enough. Guess we both could have used your help! Thanks again!!