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Panel clearance issue and kitchen GFCI outlets

diagnostic job

Appointment6/22/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Diagnostic fee$0.00
NotesMurray electrical panel with Bryant breakers has insufficient working clearance due to washer placement. Two kitchen outlets require GFCI protection per code.

Diagnostic Agreement

Diagnostic plan

Intake notes

Customer referred by YES contractor who identified working clearance violation at panel and non-GFCI kitchen outlets. Panel is Murray with Bryant breakers. Washer has been in front of panel for 40 years. Customer interested in relocating panel approximately one stud bay. Homeowners have owned property 40 years.

Check steps

  1. Measure existing working clearance dimensions at Murray panel location
  2. Inspect panel condition and verify Murray/Bryant equipment compatibility
  3. Evaluate structural and electrical feasibility of relocating panel one stud bay
  4. Identify kitchen receptacles lacking GFCI protection
  5. Verify kitchen circuit configuration and compliance requirements
  6. Review service entrance equipment condition

Photos to capture

  • Current panel location showing washer clearance
  • Interior of Murray panel showing breakers and bus condition
  • Proposed new panel location area
  • Kitchen receptacles identified as non-GFCI
  • Service entrance and meter connection

Likely causes

  • Panel installed before washer or vice versa without code consideration
  • Kitchen outlets installed prior to GFCI requirements or remodel work done without permit

Workflow

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