Ask Experts Questions for FREE Help !
Ask
    shader's Avatar
    shader Posts: 235, Reputation: 12
    Full Member
     
    #1

    May 31, 2009, 07:55 AM
    Hose spigots near sub panel
    I have a subpanel in my attached garage, which is used to supply the garage only. I would like to run hot & cold water to the garage; the pipes will be connected to hose spigots. Due to framing, joists, etc. the spigots will be about even height with the panel, and about three feet to the side. The set up will be used strictly for washing my cars-outside, NOT in the garage. Just in case anyone wonders why, I have very hard well water, which leaves hard to remove water spots. The garage spigots will be plumbed to the soft water.

    Is there any problem with the location of the spigots in relation to the panel from a code standpoint? I’ve researched all sections of 110.26 on panel board placement, work space, dedicated space, location of a sprinkler, etc, but found nothing as to this specific about plumbing/spigots/faucets near the panel. Could this be considered a wet location per 312.2(A), even though the panel is indoors but near the spigots? I believe I recall a previous post concerning a situation something like this, but couldn’t find it.
    stanfortyman's Avatar
    stanfortyman Posts: 5,598, Reputation: 279
    Electrical & Lighting Expert
     
    #2

    May 31, 2009, 08:35 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by shader View Post
    Could this be considered a wet location per 312.2(A), even though the panel is indoors but near the spigots?
    Absolutely not.

    There is NO restriction with regard to proximity to piping, hose bibs, or any water source.
    The only restrictions are working clearances. Meaning the hose bib cannot be directly below the panel in the 30" wide working space.
    shader's Avatar
    shader Posts: 235, Reputation: 12
    Full Member
     
    #3

    May 31, 2009, 02:56 PM
    Thanks stan, what I needed to know. Well, off to buy some copper pipe...

Not your question? Ask your question View similar questions

 

Question Tools Search this Question
Search this Question:

Advanced Search

Add your answer here.


Check out some similar questions!

Shower Hose Leaking, removed hose pipe drips [ 5 Answers ]

Previously it was leaking at the top where shower hose goes onto the threads of the pipe at top, I wrapped the threads with teflon tape so that now that part is dry, no leaking, but the hose continues to leak at the bottom (hand held piece). I totally unscrewed the shower hose from the pipe and see...

Removing the panel to change the hose on back of washing machine [ 2 Answers ]

How to change the hose on back of washing machine. Kenmore model. Washing machine on the bottom dryer on top

Low Water Pressure At Outside Spigots Only [ 1 Answers ]

I just moved into a brand new house in January, but the outside spigot water pressure is Low. The water pressure in the house is fine. How can I solve this problem? Thank you.

No water from exterior spigots [ 1 Answers ]

Just moved into a home and noticed that the outside spigots do not function. There are two, one in front of the house and one in the rear. The handles open and close fine and without excessive force, the water supply is fine inside the house (no problems with low pressure in any area, etc.). ...

No water to outdoor spigots [ 1 Answers ]

My house, built in 2002, has well & septic. No water is coming out of the 2 outdoor spigots (the last time I used them was October) and I did not shut off the water. Could the well water clog the pipes, or could someone shut off the water from the outside?


View more questions Search