Ensuring Safety with GFCI: A Guide for Indoor and Outdoor Use
Your home’s exterior is an integral part of your living area. Whether you’re landscaping, relaxing by the pool, or hosting a family BBQ, it’s crucial never to underestimate the importance of outdoor electrical safety. By ensuring proper protection, you can enjoy outdoor gatherings with peace of mind. Leviton offers a comprehensive range of Weather-Resistant Switches and Outlets, GFCIs, USB ports, and weatherproof covers to enhance your outdoor living space. Our solutions provide the safety and security necessary to keep your outdoor activities powered safely.
Understanding Weather Resistance In Devices
Weather-resistant wiring devices are constructed differently from indoor devices to endure exposure to outdoor elements. They feature UV stabilized materials and corrosion-resistant screws and mounting straps, designed to withstand harsh outdoor conditions. Leviton’s weather-resistant devices are suitable for wet and damp locations outside your home, meeting National Electrical Code® (NEC®) requirements and relevant industry standards.
