Jodi marks former co host of hgtv s fix it up series for nine years and now a current member of the team on danny lipford s today s homeowner syndicated n.
How to change a wall light.
If you re not sure which breaker that is turn on.
Finish securing the light fixture to the mounting plate.
Unscrew the switch from the electrical box and pull it out with the.
Check that it is straight and make adjustments.
Unscrew the mounting screws holding the fixture to the electrical box.
Screw the covering back into place.
Unscrew and remove the switch plate.
Remove the old light fixture remove any shade or globe on the sconce then remove the light bulb.
Loosen the mounting screws or knob that holds the base of the light fixture to the electrical box then gently pull the fixture away from the box.
In the video we kill ac power to the light fixture remove the screws holding the old light fixture cut the caulking around the base of the light remove.
Before replacing a light fixture check your electrical circuit panel to locate the circuit.
Then use a voltage tester to make sure that the circuit is dead.
Flip off the breaker in the main panel that controls the circuit.
Turn off the power.
To replace this kind of switch follow these steps.
Screw the new light bulb into the socket and replace the covering it.
Secure the base or canopy.
You can sometimes turn decorative screws by.
Remove the old fixture.
Turn off the power to the switch at the main circuit breaker or fuse panel.
Use a non contact circuit tester to check the wires for power.