How To Change A Wall Light

Make sure your new outdoor light fixture is firmly attached to the wall.

How to change a wall light.

To replace this kind of switch follow these steps. How do i replace a wall mounted light fixture. You can sometimes turn decorative screws by. Unscrew the switch from the electrical box and pull it out with the.

Some models will vary but most outdoor light fixtures use a screw or clip design to hold your new fixture in place. Unscrew and remove the switch plate. Unscrew the mounting screws holding the fixture to the electrical box. Remove the old light fixture remove any shade or globe on the sconce then remove the light bulb.

Check that it is straight and make adjustments. Screw the covering back into place. Screw the new light bulb into the socket and replace the covering it. 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.

If you re not sure which breaker that is turn on. Use a non contact circuit tester to check the wires for power. Then use a voltage tester to make sure that the circuit is dead. Remove the old fixture.

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. 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. Turn off the power to the switch at the main circuit breaker or fuse panel. Before replacing a light fixture check your electrical circuit panel to locate the circuit.

Turn off the power.