How To Remove Light Switch Housing From Wall

You only need simple tools and materials to do this.

How to remove light switch housing from wall.

If necessary remove screws and carefully pull switch out of box as far as attached wires allow. In this video i show you how to remove a light switch. In my experience the self c. Disconnect the wires at the switch if you plan on permanently removing the light.

The live circuit wire will light up the tester. Step 3 look at the top and bottom of the light switch assembly in the wall to locate two more screws. Turn the breaker back on then test the leads on both switch terminals with a voltage tester. To disable a light switch remove the two wires from the switch and tie them together with a wire nut.

Locate the screw or screws on the outer face of the light switch. With the power off of course. Turn the screws counterclockwise with a screwdriver and pull the light switch cover off of the wall. You need a slotted screwdriver two wire nuts a blank light switch insertor blank wall plate and possibly some electrical tape.

When you have distinguished the wires turn off the breaker and remove the other wire from the terminal. Remove mounting screws on switch cover plate and take off plate. This video shows you how to replace a self contained switch or outlet in a mobile home or rv with a traditional switch or outlet.