Electrical Wiring Tips for a Storage Shed, Part 2

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the preliminary basics on setting up electrical wiring for a storage shed on your property. Whether it’s being used for cooled storage, a separate office space or a variety of other potential needs, those looking to wire up a shed need to ensure they take the right steps for both practicality and safety.

At A-Shed USA, we’re proud to offer a huge variety of storage sheds, garages and other custom storage buildings for all our clients, plus tips on areas like electrical wiring and other common uses. In today’s part two of our series, we’ll go over a few additional electrical areas to consider if you’re performing such an installation, including both safety and effectiveness themes.

Power Transportation Format

One of the most important questions you’ll have to answer during this process: How will you run power from your home itself out to the shed without risking any hazards or concerns?

In modern times, the answer is almost always an extension cord or series of extension cords running from the GFI-protected outlets located outside most homes today. Virtually all homes built after 1980 will have such outlets in place, and it’s completely safe to run an exterior-rated extension cord from one of these locations to your shed.

In certain extreme cases where you need several connections in

, the best method might be to run a separate power line buried through the ground. This will be impacted by how far your shed is from the primary building, plus whether other utility lines are already buried in the area and whether any hardscape elements are present.

House Panel Concerns

As you’re considering the above question, it’s also vital to ensure your home has the proper level of amplitude within the circuit breaker to handle the additional load you’ll be placing on it. Most modern homes come with 200-amp service, easily enough for some additional needs, but this could be in jeopardy if you plan to run major tools or heating and cooling elements in the shed. In rare cases, this process might require wiring a sub-panel specifically for the shed.

Electrician Consultation

If you’re concerned about performing any part of this job safely, or even if you’re just looking for expertise on timing, materials or other factors, we strongly recommend contacting a reputable local electrician. Our pros will assist you with all shed-related needs; electricians will ensure your wiring is done safely and properly.

For more on how to wire a storage shed outside your property with electrical power, or to learn about any of our storage sheds or other custom buildings, speak to the staff at A-Shed USA today.

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