How high above the garage floor should receptacles be installed?

The correct height for receptacles installed in a garage is typically set at 46 inches (1.17 m) to the center. This height is recommended to ensure that receptacles are accessible yet positioned high enough to avoid potential water damage from spills or flooding, which can occur in a garage environment. Additionally, this height is in line with the National Electrical Code (NEC) guidelines for receptacle placement, focusing on safety and functionality.

Setting receptacles at this height also takes into account general accessibility for homeowners. It ensures that the outlets are easily reachable for plugging in tools or other devices commonly used in a garage setting without being too low to create hazards or limit their usability.

Other height options suggested (like 12 inches, 24 inches, or 36 inches) may not provide the same level of safety or practicality in a garage environment where equipment, potential water exposure, and general usage patterns are taken into consideration. Therefore, the standard of 46 inches to the center helps promote a safer and more user-friendly workspace in residential garages.