Next, refer to the switch-wiring photo you took earlier to connect the existing wires to the new switch. Here’s how a single-pole switch is typically wired: The electrical box usually has two ...

Stop walking across a dark room to turn on the light. Install a 3-way switch and control lights from two locations.

In this video, I’ll show you how to wire up a light switch, whether it’s got 3 wires, 4 wires, or you’re adding a switch to a new construction. I’ll also cover wiring a light switch and ...

The process of installing a smart switch is no different than replacing any other type of electrical switch in your home. You’ll want to take the proper precautions (we’ll help you with that ...

You’ll discover that electric switch wiring is really simple. The class should teach you how to use a voltage tester, which will allow you to always know if a wire is indeed hot or dangerous.

Churning with voltage and resembling an explosion at the wire factory, the breaker panel exudes mystique. But it's just a big switch, filled with other smaller ­switches, which lead to the ...