Is there a rule about placing a plug socket above water pipes? The water pipes feed through a wall to an outside tap and the electrical socket is approx. 12cms above the pipe on the inside of the wall.

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A socket can be installed in this position but you need to consider the risk of water going into the socket

Answered by Farrah, Electrical Safety Expert

A socket can be installed in this position but you need to consider the risk of water going into the socket. We recommend that you take advice from a registered electrician. You can find one local to you here.

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