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GFCI protection is required in garages even for ceiling outlets

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elite1mo ago

NEC 210.8(A)(2) requires GFCI protection for ALL 125-volt, 15 and 20-amp receptacles in garages — including ceiling outlets for garage door openers. Many inspectors miss ceiling outlets during inspections. If your garage door opener trips a GFCI, the solution is not to remove GFCI protection but to identify the moisture source or replace the opener motor.

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