Hold one probe on the ground wire and press the other probe against each wire terminal.
Moving light switch one wall another.
If the switch at this location is a light.
Loosen the mounting screws and carefully pull the device out of its electrical box without touching the wire terminals.
S tep 3 cut an opening in the drywall.
Turn off the breaker that controls.
Use a multimeter set to its vac position to double check the circuit for voltage.
How to move a light switch.
Install the required length of new wiring to the new location for the light fixture.
Unscrew the switch cover and then the switch itself from the wall.
Check the new location.
Turn on the light controlled by the switch to make sure it has a good bulb.
Keep the cut out and use it to patch the existing opening.
Due to concrete flooring upstairs i cannot access the cable from above.
I am aware that i can make access to.
The cable on the existing switch will become dead but better to terminate using a terminating block and insulating tape and then fill in the hole with bonding plaster and then skim.
Pull the switch out a few inches but leave.
Turn on the switch you plan to move.
There are numerous remote control systems available that use a stand alone switch and a receiver that either sits in the light fixture or in a circuit box to receive the signal and control power on the line.
Step 2 disconnect wires from your switch.
This is due to a doorway being bricked up and the light switch needs putting near the corner.
Step 1 take safety precautions before moving your light switch.
Hi all i have a situation where i need to relocate a light switch about 3ft across.
How to move a light switch step 1.
Make the opening in the ceiling for the new light fixture.
Step 4 mount your new electrical.
Remove the switch or outlet s wall plate.
The receiver replaces your exisiting switch and a wireless switch goes wherever you choose.