Minimum distance between water pipes and electrical service panels in Ontario?

3/27/2023 at 11:40:02 AM

You do need clearence around the panel to be able to service it. 2m high and 1m in front of a panel for servicing.

3/27/2023 at 3:27:00 PM

Just to clarify: the pipes will be under or above service panel (will not affect the access to it for servicing).

3/27/2023 at 8:34:19 PM

You must have a designated "dry area", no moisture from dripping pipes etc. or ability for water to get on panel, you must be 36" front of a panel and the panel access must not be restricted in anyway all around either. If you are contemplating putting lines around or a panel near lines, it is better to re-plan location as plumbing is never installed near these locations anyway. Code bit gray on this except 2m from floor/1m in front & access compliance which is ceiling or in joist typically but double check with your local authority

4/7/2023 at 11:03:33 AM

No specific electrical code. As some have mentioned, there needs to be a clear area around the panel for access / maintenance.

So as long as the pipes do not restrict that access, then all is good.

Now perhaps the questions is, should there be water pipe(s) in and around the panel?

Cheers

John Kuehnl-Cadwell, CD, ME

Master Electrician

Datawise Solutions Inc