How To Install A Wall Switch For A Ceiling Light

Then splice the fixture s black lead into the new black wire.

How to install a wall switch for a ceiling light.

Wiring a new ceiling light and switch from an existing power source. How to add a wall switch to a light fixture that is turned on and off by a chain cord decide where you want to place your switch. 12 screw the cover plate back onto the wall with. Generally wall switches are on the right hand side a few feet metres past the door opening.

Carefully push the wiring into the wall area along with the attached switch. Got light where you need it. Pick a single pole light switch for most applications. Mark this wire black.

After removing the black wire to the fixture s lead splice it into the new white wire. Install a ceiling light and switch. Screw the switch into the box and then cover it with the cover plate. Common applications include ceiling or hallway light switches a cellar or attic light a ceiling fan or chandelier or an outdoor patio light.

A single pole wall switch usually has a lever or toggle that completes the circuit when it is flipped up to turn a light device or appliance on. To wire the ceiling fixture to the new wall switch first connect the copper grounding wire to the fixture. Screw the switch into the wall with a screwdriver and supplied screws. Drill through the floor in the correct stud bay and send the wires for the switch and the light up to the switch using the fish tape.

Installing additional light fixture and switch wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected. No house seems to have exactly the right lights in the right place with convenient safe switches.