However, new regulations have made it so that a home electrical box has to be attached outside the home. This regulation was imposed in part by the fire department, so when fire fighters arrive at a home that is aflame, they can quickly shut off all the electricity to the house.

Is it normal for a breaker box to be outside?

Over the past 15 years, regulations have been introduced in certain parts of the country requiring breaker boxes to be located outside of the home. ... If your home is less than 15 years old, then there's a chance your breaker box is located on the outside of your home.

Can an electrical panel be located outside?

3 Answers. They are almost always on an exterior wall. In some areas they are on the outside of the exterior wall - outside your house. Most inspectors would tell you that a garage (interior or exterior wall) or in the basement exterior (right where the line comes in) are the two best locations.