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Electrical Code for Outdoor Electrical Devices

WP and WR and the letters you are looking for when planning your outdoor electrical project. Weather proof and Wet Rated are what these stand for.

The electrical boxes as well as the electrical devices themselves, should be rated for outdoor use. Water and electricity do not play well together so you want to make sure you install your electrical system in the safest way possible. Avoid shock hazards by installing GFCI protection for outdoor lighting and outlets. You can accomplish this with GFCI breakers or GFCI outlets. Check out the video for different WP devices you can use.