When a single-car garage is attached to a house, the NEC requires that the garage have at least ___ receptacle(s) installed inside the garage.

When a single-car garage is attached to a house, the NEC requires that the garage have at least ___ receptacle(s) installed inside the garage.

• A. one (on any wall)
• B. two (on opposite walls)
• C. two (on adjacent walls)
• D. none are required

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that garages of dwelling units must have at least one receptacle outlet installed inside the garage. This guarantees a convenient power source for tools, lighting, or a garage door opener without relying on extension cords from living areas. Because the requirement is a minimum, one outlet on any wall meets the code, while requiring two outlets on opposite or adjacent walls goes beyond what NEC mandates. Not having any receptacles would fail to meet the rule. In practice, electricians place that single receptacle where it’s most useful—often near a workbench or doorway—so there’s a ready power source in the garage.

The main idea is that garages of dwelling units must have at least one receptacle outlet installed inside the garage. This guarantees a convenient power source for tools, lighting, or a garage door opener without relying on extension cords from living areas. Because the requirement is a minimum, one outlet on any wall meets the code, while requiring two outlets on opposite or adjacent walls goes beyond what NEC mandates. Not having any receptacles would fail to meet the rule. In practice, electricians place that single receptacle where it’s most useful—often near a workbench or doorway—so there’s a ready power source in the garage.