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    Nov 17, 2008, 04:23 AM
    Arfe lights and outlets allowed on the same circuit?
    In a single family residence, under the NEC are you required to keep lights and electrical outlets on separate circuits?
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    Nov 17, 2008, 04:27 AM

    Not required, but sometimes useful where power tools are used.
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    Nov 17, 2008, 04:38 PM
    No lights allowed on circuits for refrigerator, kitchen counters, dining rooms, outlet circuits for multiple bathrooms, and laundry.

    Depending on the use of the space, some common sense may come into play.
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    Nov 21, 2008, 12:13 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Homeowner2B View Post
    In a single family residence, under the NEC are you required to keep lights and electrical outlets on separate circuits?
    tkrussell pretty much summed it up for you.
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