Ive been coming across conflicting information about wiring in the inside of the shed, or more specifically where to attach the cable. I was under the impression that you should always follow the framework.
So when it comes to going across the studs, would you drill holes in the studs and feed it through there,or you could you run it across the top plate then bring it down the studs, and if is the case would you still need to drill through that top place to feed the wire through,or can you go over the framework.? ( this is going to be a unfinished shed)
Also.. my power cable is coming straight from the main panel outside ( not inside the house),, so do i still need a main cut off switch at the shed?
Best Answer
To me that's a no-brainer, for several reasons. It's much better protected in the wall, and it's not in the way of shelving, cabinets, wall surfacing, etc.
The NEC requires that all cabling be out of harm's way. Most interpretations prohibit surface-mounting of wiring for that reason. I prefer to run cables through the rafters (over the wall), and then through the top plate(s) and down the side of a stud.