Weather proof exterior outlet

Exterior outlets need to be covered with a protective enclosure. There a a few options available if you have an exterior outlet that you would like to protect from the weather. One option is a standard exterior cover that opens when you want to plug something into it. This type of exterior outlet cover is fine if you only need to plug something into it occasionally for short periods of time. On the other hand if you have an outlet that you would like to leave something plugged into year round you will need a full enclosure that will protect the outlet from rain while leaving room for a extension cord or other electrical plug. This unit I installed on this Temecula home is a hybrid style enclosure that can expand to accept a cord or plug but it sits flat while not in use.