How To Add A New Outlet Anywhere You Want It

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We will walk you through the complete process of installing a new outlet to an existing circuit. This project is very approachable but we will walk you through a complete install in a 1928 home with plaster walls.

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Favorite Electrical Tools
Knipex Hybrid Wire Strippers: https://geni.us/uVWn
Beginner Wire Strippers: https://geni.us/7WE6T
Klein outlet Tester: https://geni.us/kdBAJ
Klein NCVT-3P Voltage Tester: https://geni.us/h9Hl
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Chapters
0:00 Intro
1:04 Project Overview and Details
2:08 Parts and Supplies Needed
4:22 Locating and Cutting Hole For Box Location
9:50 Running Wire From 1st Floor To Basement
12:26 Running Wire Through Floor Joists
14:36 Wiring At Junction Box
21:02 Wiring At Outlet (Old Work) Box
25:37 Testing and Finish The Project

Tools and Supplies
1 Gang Old Work Box: https://geni.us/UUv5
12/2 Romex (25′): https://geni.us/7Y7e
Plastic Staples: https://geni.us/y5xF
15 Amp Duplex Outlet: https://geni.us/7vLCUB
3/8″ Cable Clamps (10 Pack): https://geni.us/gIyHh9V
11/16″ Spade Bit: https://geni.us/FOdyAg
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#1 Robertson Screwdriver: https://geni.us/NALKsgn
Folding Measuring Stick: https://geni.us/IEtuS
Milwaukee Wire Strippers: https://geni.us/5zuLAbC
Milwaukee Fastback Utility Knife: https://geni.us/MlyiLk
Klein Outlet Tester (Basic): https://geni.us/kdBAJ
Klein Outlet Tester (Voltage Readout): https://geni.us/rS4mlwJ

Tools Every Weekend Warrior Needs
Makita Cordless Drill Combo Kit: https://geni.us/t7dIA
Dewalt Drill Bit Set: https://geni.us/oFlSl
Dewalt Screwdriver Bit Set: https://geni.us/VDcr
Craftsman Screwdriver Set: https://geni.us/jXqFI
Eklind Allen Wrench Set: https://geni.us/7XfvO
Pliers (4-Piece Set): https://geni.us/RIdx
Stanley Tape Measure: https://geni.us/bUfD1R
Studbuddy Stud Finder: https://geni.us/RySCuVw
Johnson Torpedo Level: https://geni.us/wiLcDY
Stanley Hammer: https://geni.us/bPDk8Wo
Buck Bros Wood Chisel Set: https://geni.us/vk3cpTW
Klein Voltage Tester: https://geni.us/h9Hl
Little Giant Ladder: https://geni.us/fmlmTk

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