What’s the cleanest way to keep inspectors happy with bidet seats (GFCI, bonding) under CEC/NEC?
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Okay, here’s how to set up the electrical for your appliance:
Make sure to run a dedicated 120V circuit with a GFCI outlet close enough to plug it in, putting it where the instructions say. If your local rules say so for damp spots, bond any close metal bits. Keep all wires away from the tank. Also, label the breaker clearly so the inspector knows it’s just for this appliance.
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To keep inspectors happy with bidet seats under CEC/NEC, focus on proper installation and safety measures:
Electrical Requirements are GFCI protection, dedicated circuit
The cleanest approach is to plug the bidet seat into a dedicated GFCI receptacle, with the outlet properly bonded to the bathroom’s grounding system.
Hardwiring is allowed if a GFCI breaker is used, and any exposed metal on the seat or mounting should be bonded per code to avoid shock risk.
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