Ultimate handyman 467620 views. Yet here i am adding a switch to an existing light.
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How to add a light switch. Start the light fixture installation project by turning the power off at the main electrical panel unscrewing the switch and pull it out the switch. Old work for slipping inside sheetrock voltage tester. Turn the power back on and use a noncontact voltage tester to locate the hot wire. Connect the thee bare coppers wires to a 6 inch length of bare copper wire with a wire nut and connect the free. If i can do it so can you. 142 romex wiring but check your home to make sure you use the same wiring wire strippers flat head screwdriver philips head screwdriver hammer wire nuts electrical staples single outlet box new work if you have the walls open.
Connect the red and black wires in the new cable to the brass screws on the switch. Replacing or upgrading a light switch is a simple and inexpensive diy project. This is about a 15 min project plus the time it takes to chase the wire took me about 30 minutes to chase the wire. Add a fan to any room without existing fixture or wiring. How to replace a light switch ultimate handyman diy tips duration.
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