[jonathanwb]

Recently had a water heater leak and mitigation took out some drywall around the WH and Washer & Dryer. The WH closet is 33" x 49". I'd like to place a GFI outlet on the far inside wall near the doorway to power my Wi-FI sprinkler unit (24 volt). When placed, the GFI would be approximately 32" from the WH casing. Is this alright?

Thanks

 

[surferdude2]

No code prohibits that so long as it's accessible.

 

[jonathanwb]

Ok thanks... One more question, If you look at the corner receptacle you'll notice that it's not a GFI outlet (which it probably should be since it's right next to where the WM goes). I'm thinking of removing it, capping the receptacle wires and covering it with a metal plate.

Is it legal to drywall over a sealed metal box as long as it's secured to the framing?

 

[surferdude2]

No, you can't conceal it unless you remove the wires.

 

[jonathanwb]

Kinda thought so.. Thanks for clarifying :thumbup1:

 

[chandler48]

All your receptacles in the basement should be GFCI protected, either from a GFCI breaker or a GFCI receptacle in the first location and the remainder taken from the LOAD side of the receptacle.

 

[Wiredindallas]

To understand why you cannot cover a box with joints in it is because you must have access in case there is an issue with the connections in the future.

 

[jonathanwb]

Makes sense... I'll leave it accessible for the drywall installers. I discovered I have 2 faulty GFCI outlets. Can I connect two regular 20A receptacles to the GFCI I'll replace?

(I'm running a standard Washer & Dryer there so the extra GFCI seems redundant)