i have an outlet near the bathroom ... bathroom has no power .. so what i did was took a wire cut it split the wires and connected it to the back of my reg outlet near the bathroom ... is this safe (to connect to an outlet ? well behind it where the original connections were for that outlet and still are??? u could say in a sence i used a old heavy duty extension cord which i cut in half and split the wires ....
2007-02-17 09:40:29 · 5 answers · asked by Logical 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
You can go to Home Depot and get a replacement socket for the bathroom. If you don't feel savvy enough, call a handyman. It may take 5 minutes.
The jury-rig you may have set up now doesn't sound safe, and may start a fire.
Don't forget to turn off the circuit breaker before handling electrical outlets in the house, or you'll get hurt.
Good luck.
Skylor Williams
2007-02-17 09:47:22 · answer #1 · answered by skylor_williams 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can use an existing outlet as a source of power for a new outlet provided there are not too many outlets on this branch already. It should be done with romex or bx wiring, not an old extension cord. Also the new outlet must be in an appropriate box and should be ground fault protected since it is in a bathroom. You have the right idea but need to consult your local building department or at least do some research on how to adhere to the proper codes. You do not want to create a dangerous condition in your home.
2007-02-17 10:50:29 · answer #2 · answered by Nick M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All bathroom outlets should have built-in ground fault interrupters included. If you put an outlet there, be sure it is that type.
2007-02-17 10:19:15 · answer #3 · answered by gp4rts 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can do brain surgery too if you try.
2007-02-17 10:27:00 · answer #4 · answered by bobweb 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no it is not safe
2007-02-17 12:33:07 · answer #5 · answered by Ryan A 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋