Do Recessed Shower Lights and Bathroom Exhaust Fans Need GFCI Protection?

Do recessed shower lights need GFCI protection? It’s one of the more common electrical code questions I hear, especially when a recessed shower light or bathroom exhaust fan is installed over a bathtub or shower. The short answer is: not necessarily. The key to answering this question is recognizing that the NEC is addressing three … Read more

Bathroom Exhaust Fans: Why Code Requires Direct Outdoor Venting

Bathroom exhaust fan code requirements aren’t just technical—they’re one of the most commonly failed details on inspections, especially for remodels and fan replacements.. If you want to pass inspection the first time, you need to know exactly why the code requires bathroom exhaust fans to vent directly outdoors—and what will get flagged in the field. … Read more