On Fri, 07 Jul 2006 21:43:43 -0500, JDL
wrote:

I just need maybe 2 electrical outlets out in the shed, for running
overhead flourescent lights, radio, occasional power tool. I could do
without it, but it'd be nice, especially since i have bad eyes and need
decent lighting. Do I need to run a circuit from the fuse box out to the
shed? Or should I tap into an electrical outlet we have on the outside of
the house? Also, when I run the electrical wire out to the shed, I assume
it'll be automatically grounded -- from the main fusebox's ground? Thanks.


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Without seeing your setup [meaning this isn't a HOW-TO], I would
suggest a few things.

Put in a small load center. Here is my thinking, if you are working
at night, and you overload a receptacle, it is better to trip a
breaker there, and seperate from your lights. This is a safety issue,
as well as a convienence. Keep your lights on.

Remember, follow local and national codes. I can tell you check
2005NEC Table 300.5 for your minium dept requirements for laying
underground cable. If you farm/till/garden, you need to think about
increasing your dept beyond the shallow depts allowed for certain
installations.

Most importantly, since we cannot see your setup, so this is just
guessing, drawup what you want to do(map, shed position, and house on
it), and get your local code enforcement person involved. Becareful,
if you have an older house, some local codes might require upgrades
before new installations are made.

Good luck and keep us in formed on your success.

imho,

tom @ www.NoCostAds.com