How To Change A Wall Light

Secure the base or canopy.

How to change a wall light.

Unscrew the switch from the electrical box and pull it out with the. Flip off the breaker in the main panel that controls the circuit. Unscrew the mounting screws holding the fixture to the electrical box. Unscrew and remove the switch plate.

Some models will vary but most outdoor light fixtures use a screw or clip design to hold your new fixture in place. Screw the new light bulb into the socket and replace the covering it. You can sometimes turn decorative screws by. 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.

Make sure your new outdoor light fixture is firmly attached to the wall. 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. To replace this kind of switch follow these steps. Screw the covering back into place.

Turn off the power to the switch at the main circuit breaker or fuse panel. Remove the old light fixture remove any shade or globe on the sconce then remove the light bulb. Before replacing a light fixture check your electrical circuit panel to locate the circuit. How do i replace a wall mounted light fixture.

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. If you re not sure which breaker that is turn on. Then use a voltage tester to make sure that the circuit is dead. Check that it is straight and make adjustments.

Remove the old fixture.