Hi All! Your advice is much appreciated on the most practical, easiest, DIY-able option for wiring an outlet or hard-wiring my garage door opener. (See attached pics with potential wiring options highlighted).
I'm happy to say that my DIY garage door opener installation has yielded a working garage door. BUT - It is currently powered by an extension cord. I'd like to introduce a more permanent connection (and do my best to be up to code).
I'd like to do the electrical work myself, realizing it's nothing to take lightly. A few thoughts on options based on the photos:
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What would you say is the best option to get a wire? How would you wire it (embed outlet, conduit to box, hardwire, etc.)?
Thank you!!
The original thread where I tackled low clearance issues is over at this thread.
I'm happy to say that my DIY garage door opener installation has yielded a working garage door. BUT - It is currently powered by an extension cord. I'd like to introduce a more permanent connection (and do my best to be up to code).
I'd like to do the electrical work myself, realizing it's nothing to take lightly. A few thoughts on options based on the photos:
- Fluorescent lighting and fixture are connected to a switch, so wiring through them is probably not ideal despite its close proximity.
- The extension chord is currenly plugged into an outlet in the back of the garage. Wiring is accessible behind this wall - probably the most accessible of the outlets for wiring.
- Breaker panel is close. This is a little intimidating, and maybe unnecessary?
- Not visible - A small chunk of yellow cable pokes out of the wall above the breaker panel and passes into a hole in the ceiling. Thinking it could possibly be spliced for a wire to the opener? Probably the most accessible...
What would you say is the best option to get a wire? How would you wire it (embed outlet, conduit to box, hardwire, etc.)?
Thank you!!
The original thread where I tackled low clearance issues is over at this thread.
