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Wet location
A wet location is an area where water can contact electrical equipment, like outdoors exposed to rain or inside a shower zone.
Why it matters
Wet locations need special rated boxes, covers, and protection like GFCI to prevent shock and corrosion.
Where people get this wrong
Damp and wet are not the same. Ratings matter. Outdoor outlets need covers designed for cords to remain plugged in safely.
Real-world example
A patio outlet works fine all summer. Then winter rain and freeze cycles hit and the outlet starts tripping or corroding. Using the right rating prevents that slow failure.
Where this hits your build
This matters during rough-in and before drywall. Once walls close, adding or moving wiring becomes expensive. Plan ahead.
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