How to Add a Light from an Outlet

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In this video, Chris shows how to wire a new light with a wall switch powered by an existing outlet. This is useful to add a light fixture in your garage, shop, basement, or attic.
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@keithp115 2 ай бұрын

My wife has asked for years to install a light in the basement storage room, used for her holiday decorations. We used battery operated motion lights that were a nuisance. I used YOUR tutorial to the tee, and the project came out perfect. Thank you very much sir!!

@handydadtv 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@smeldaroses2082 Жыл бұрын

You are by far the best KZfaq teacher to instruct new students on how to do 'Electrical Wiring 101'. Your teaching props are the best too. Thanks so muchfor your time putting this video together.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@axselzavala5575 Жыл бұрын

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@danielslandscapellc5880 7 ай бұрын

👍 agree

@danielschoeffler2031 Ай бұрын

I've watched many videos on this topic but didn't fully understand it feel confident with doing the project until this. You're seriously the man. Appreciate you.

@handydadtv Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@Curtoise 4 күн бұрын

Super helpful. I'm about to do this to wire a light in our walk in closet I'm building. Definitely appreciate the awesome guide!

@handydadtv 4 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@isaacwolowik 5 ай бұрын

Incredible video. Very clear and simple. You don’t overexplain or rush through the process. Thank you so much.

@handydadtv 5 ай бұрын

My pleasure! Thanks so much 😊

@Mark1959Holladay 10 ай бұрын

Thank you sparky as a very old drywaller/carpenter I am always a little nervous about getting in over my head, but you really did a great job explaining this and now my new closet and mud room have light. Well done:)

@handydadtv 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@takobear7522 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your help. I really appreciate it. I’m 27 years old. Been in the countertop industry for 5 years. Which boosted my love of fixing stuff on my own. Currently I am learning framing and electrical work

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

You’ll be an expert in no time. 👍🏻

@janitzagarcia3118 Жыл бұрын

Graduating electrical trade school next week and I learned 3 new things from this videos . Keep posting videos super helpful and informing.😊

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@mattmorrisson9607 9 ай бұрын

Super simple and easy to follow. Thanks!

@handydadtv 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@DaniloSantos-ug4ny Жыл бұрын

Simple and straight to the point! TY!!!

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

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@geraldfer Жыл бұрын

This IS the best explanation that I have seen in a while...I have to add track lighting over my kitchen island...Thank You For This Class 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿✅✅✅👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

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@jeremiahnielsen3338 6 ай бұрын

I just found your videos and I am so thankful for your instruction. Your simple step by step guidance is amazing! I was able to wire multiple switches and lights after watching your video. Thanks so much.

@handydadtv 6 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@youdiscovertruth272 3 ай бұрын

Without a doubt, you are the best 'teacher' when it comes to making sense of wiring. Thank you so much.

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@christinadeaver9878 10 ай бұрын

This video was so helpful for helping us wire some new switches to new lights without having to do a bunch of stuff! Thank you so much. I love wago nuts too. 😁

@handydadtv 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@rangerpickle9905 9 ай бұрын

You just answered all my questions. I have been researching this for months. Couldn’t get a clear answer. Thank you

@handydadtv 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@viiprr6063 7 ай бұрын

You’re electrical videos are amazing and help me so much. I’m subscribing

@handydadtv 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for subscribing! Welcome to the family!

@jeff15 4 ай бұрын

You helped me today set up my first new connection from scratch. Brand new switch connection to a brand new light bulb. Thank you again. So clear and straight to the point. Hope you have a wonderful new year 😊

@handydadtv 4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@teknisijamet 3 ай бұрын

Please allow me to participate in understanding and learning about the installation that has been tutorialized 🙏🏿

@t0chen06 9 ай бұрын

Best instruction video for beginners by far! Thank you!

@handydadtv 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@theangryrktkt8385 11 ай бұрын

This was a fantastic tutorial. I have watched five this morning to get me an answer, and yours is by far the cleanest and easiest to understand, and I love the visual aid board. The only clarification I would make is when wiring a switch it does matter which black is connected to which post. The only reason it matters is because of how you walk into the room And flip the switch. Most off positions are down in a toggle switch, and if the black is in the wrong position, the toggle switch may be up in that position. Definitely not a big deal since you can rotate the device to achieve that aesthetic goal rather than rewire the device. I also wrap my entire device with electrical tape to conceal or cover the screw heads. But that’s just me.

@handydadtv 11 ай бұрын

Wiring can affect a 3-way switch, but not a regular toggle switch. When on, both wires are connected so it doesn’t matter which one is line vs. load.

@amyschenck9433 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips, fellow New Jersian. You rock

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@justingreen4450 4 ай бұрын

You're an excellent teacher. One of the best tutorial videos I have seen on KZfaq. Glad I found your channel, and I subscribed. Thanks.

@handydadtv 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for subscribing! Welcome to the family!

@dionadams7372 Жыл бұрын

You are a true master, thank you so much for your instructions.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks but please don’t say that. It’ll just infuriate the real electricians.

@dawnallison6864 5 ай бұрын

Thank you. Your explanation are very clear and simple to understand.

@handydadtv 5 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@explorabruno5292 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Perfect explanation. My shed looks bright now.

@handydadtv 4 ай бұрын

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@bobbykay1135 7 ай бұрын

Recently had to add a light to a closet ....going from an outlet to the new light. THANKYOU so much for this EXCELLENT video/tutorial !!!!! Saved the day for me as I was unsure on how-to get this done. GREAT job....will try to DL this lesson for future use. You are great....clear and easy to understand.

@handydadtv 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@handydadtv 7 ай бұрын

BTW, downloading isn’t the answer. Put this video in a private playlist on KZfaq so you can always refer to it.

@hgutierr 8 ай бұрын

Wow! I didn't know you could control half an outlet with a switch! I have only seen a switch controlling the whole outlet. This is the only part I missed & need to review again. Great video! 👍🏽

@handydadtv 8 ай бұрын

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@sauchoi1025 Жыл бұрын

I like your teaching because it's easy to understand for us with no experience,like it.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@diegocalderon3221 Жыл бұрын

From a dad to another dad, thank you! Very well explained, good resource.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@MsJax1967 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. Your tutorial was so easy to follow and informative.

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@EricF1238 Жыл бұрын

I love how basic and straight forward you made this… great video!

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@jeffsteil Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris - great demo!

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@thirdcoast2995 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Exactly what I needed for my project.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@elvinflores1497 4 ай бұрын

Hello and hope you get to read this. I an average home owner diy and not much into electrical but after watching this video not only was i able to install my light into my basement shower that im installing but feel lot more educated on on for the future. Thank a million great job

@handydadtv 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@handydadtv 4 ай бұрын

BTW, I read every comment. ☺️

@danxtian25 8 ай бұрын

Your video is the best, well explained. Thanks for sharing your experience with others.

@handydadtv 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@q4prez823 Ай бұрын

I AM SO GLAD YOU EXPLAINED EVERYTHING! My grandmother wired her own house (5k sq ft.) about 8-9 years ago. She was teaching me how to do it on my new home I am building (4500 sq ft.) but I needed it explained to me more in depth. I am about to install new lights in my home I live in now and this video was perfect for me! Thank you so much!

@handydadtv Ай бұрын

I’m Glad it was helpful! But let me explain why you might NOT want to do this. The best practice is to have lighting on separate circuits from outlets. The reason is that appliances plugged into the circuit will cause lights to flicker, especially LED lights. So if at all possible, add your new lights to a lighting circuit, if you have any. Otherwise consider running a new circuit from the panel. If neither of those is an option, then you have no choice. But at least you’re well informed.

@TheElevenBravo Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this great video! Bless you!

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@sandrinebrisebois2795 3 ай бұрын

Your video was EXACTLY what I needed!! Thank you so much 🥰

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

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@seattlebest79 Жыл бұрын

This video is very detailed. Thanks

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Oh good. People often say I go too fast, so I’m intentionally trying to be more detailed.

@BigBabeProductions 3 ай бұрын

Great Video. No nonsense and Easy To Understand. Thank You !

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

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@orchidstuffplus 11 ай бұрын

Great job and clear lessons! Thank you!

@handydadtv 11 ай бұрын

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@tayloredart 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, I'll return for more direction. Very clear and well shot

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

Thanks 😊

@jozell0 11 ай бұрын

Awesome video. You definitely have a gift of teaching

@handydadtv 11 ай бұрын

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@danielcontreras9343 14 күн бұрын

This is no man. This is a god amongst mortals.

@handydadtv 13 күн бұрын

Thanks but no.

@paulrodriguez1282 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! Again, another awesome video!! Well explained and easy to follow. Thanks for sharing and teaching us. Great video.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

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@b.michaelsmith7713 Жыл бұрын

This video is exactly what I needed to know!

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

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@majordog85 9 ай бұрын

Thank you my friend for your time to teach. You've got a new subscriber 🙏

@handydadtv 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for subscribing! Welcome to the family!

@yDNA30694 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, very helpful and thoroughly explained

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@MrsJoy-dv3dg 7 ай бұрын

Amazing. Thank you! I just needed a light over my kitchen sink and local places wanted $800 for the job (without clean up). I was like, it cannot be that hard. And it wasn't thanks to you! 🤩

@handydadtv 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@Synonomous 7 ай бұрын

Clean up. From an elitist contractor charging triple the cost of parts and $120/hr including the time driving back and forth to the store because they carry nothing in the truck, lol. . Best joke of the day! Thanks! Same here. Save thousands on the simple stuff and learn along the way.

@rodneyring6592 4 ай бұрын

Great video. Used this to re-wire my outlet and light in the kitchen. Thanks.

@handydadtv 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@ronzineg Жыл бұрын

This is Awesome Sir! Thank you for these educational videos. Helped me out a lot.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

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@quantumstone992 2 ай бұрын

I like the way you teach, and simplified the way to do the job. Thanks to show how to do. For me it's been very useful. God bless.

@handydadtv 2 ай бұрын

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@Xzacktly22 2 ай бұрын

This guy deserves all the subscribers!

@handydadtv Ай бұрын

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@gardengrower7633 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the excellent, clear video

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@robertmunguia250 9 ай бұрын

Nice video! Very informative.

@handydadtv 9 ай бұрын

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@elmerkerth3871 8 ай бұрын

Great job I enjoyed watching

@handydadtv 8 ай бұрын

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@byronsis3030 9 ай бұрын

Thank you handydad 🙏🙌🏼

@handydadtv 9 ай бұрын

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@waterfordabrams8412 5 ай бұрын

This helped me very much with my lighting project, thank you for your help.

@handydadtv 5 ай бұрын

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@3Oh3metrostation 2 ай бұрын

wonderful demonstration!

@handydadtv 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@americanpancakelive 11 ай бұрын

You rock. I was able to successfully add a sconce light to the bedroom just because of you.

@handydadtv 11 ай бұрын

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@christiansantos2777 8 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot man I was able to install a light in my room your videos was so helpful and easy to learn compared to others makes things look so difficult

@handydadtv 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@dwsiu 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the lesson.

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@MrPutzdad 2 ай бұрын

Exactly the verification I was looking for. Great simple term video. Thank you.

@handydadtv 2 ай бұрын

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@kingalphadogg Жыл бұрын

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@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

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@ernestdesimone2234 5 ай бұрын

Very helpful and well instructed.

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@AminulIslamAzhari 6 ай бұрын

This video was useful. Easy to understand. Loved it.

@handydadtv 6 ай бұрын

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@Cam-vg7lb 3 ай бұрын

Thank you soo much for the detailed lesson !

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

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@albertstrong5516 Жыл бұрын

Very well explained. Enjoyed Thanks

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@paulelunico 3 ай бұрын

Nicely explained. Thank you.

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@suryarrrr 7 ай бұрын

thanks for such easy to understand and follow instructions

@handydadtv 7 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@graceyyun2745 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for the tutorial/information!

@handydadtv 4 ай бұрын

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@user-og5qn3vt9n 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info worked like a charm.

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

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@Wisdom_Paramore Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. You made this look very easy.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@hansschweikert9153 3 ай бұрын

That's about as clear as it gets. Bravo. Thx

@handydadtv 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@yaolei9544 6 ай бұрын

Very good demo! thanks!

@handydadtv 6 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@jeffreyibarra9969 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, today I wired a light in my closet using your video. Best video so far I watched on this and gave me the confidence to do it.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!

@frostythebeerman6324 Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel, you are an awesome teacher ! Subbed and liked ! Off to see the other video you were talking about in this video ( too bad there's no link to it, but I'll go and try to find it ) Love the way you teach, you don't leave any step out, and never *assume* that your viewer knows something, and THAT is the mark of a great teacher. Thank you ! 🙂

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing! Welcome to the family! I always try to link related videos. Which one were your looking for?

@dexterjohnson7235 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@JoeSmith-im1su Жыл бұрын

Wow I feel so dumb I never knew how simple it was, been complaining needing more lights and out let’s around my barn, very well explained thank you

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@edgardoeude2656 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you. You have just answered all my questions... Thanks you so much..

@edgardoeude2656 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.. You are just the best teacher!

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@mnmn926 Жыл бұрын

I love KZfaq University!!!! Thanks so much for explaining this in easy to understand terms

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

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@etc-and-more Жыл бұрын

Nicely explained video, I like you having the board so that everything is visible. I took down a big old fluorescent tube light that was connected with 2 wires, just the black and the white connected from an electrical box to the fixture with a short length of flexible BX(?) cable. I want to just put a ceiling outlet in its place. What do I do for a ground? (The existing wiring is always on since the old light was connected to a motion sensor and I will be plugging in LED shop lights with built in pull switches)

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Test the shield of the BX to see if that’s a good ground. It usually is. Otherwise you need to follow it back to whatever junction box has a ground and fix the connection.

@TeeCee66 Ай бұрын

Thank you thank you thank you! 👍 I also didnt know if it was legal to power a light with an outlet, it always seems the breakers always shut off only outlets or switches. So this is wonderful as I'm adding 1 kitchen ceiling light & wanted to run the power off an outlet near the location I chose for the switch. Thank you very much sir 🙏✌

@handydadtv Ай бұрын

Yes, it’s common in older homes to have lights and outlets on the same circuit, but not anymore. If at all possible, it’s best to have lighting on separate circuits otherwise your appliances will cause lights to flicker. Especially modern LED bulbs which are much more sensitive. I just ran a new circuit to my bathroom outlet to separate it from the lights. Very annoying.

@TeeCee66 Ай бұрын

@@handydadtv thank you, the house was built in the 60's I'm adding a light above the bar & wondered if I could tap into an outlet 👍

@brettmiles8386 11 ай бұрын

Bravo! Very well explained

@handydadtv 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@carlosnoriega4649 Жыл бұрын

Simple and straightforward

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@salvadorehuezo6707 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much awesome explanation !

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@eddiedelarosa2775 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info, Like the detail very helpful .......

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful

@addminusDIY Жыл бұрын

Ty great explanation now i can do it on my closets 😊

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Exactly.

@djedify 8 ай бұрын

Bruh!!!! Thank you!!! Im off to light up my shed.✌🏼

@handydadtv 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

@danielyanez9443 8 ай бұрын

Really good video thanks to you

@handydadtv 8 ай бұрын

Thanks 😊

@sking3646 11 ай бұрын

Great explanation thanks for sharing!

@handydadtv 11 ай бұрын

My pleasure

@wentricksonalten5949 Жыл бұрын

thankyou for the tip....it helped a lot

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful

@roderickpolicarpio151 11 ай бұрын

You just answered my question by watching your video thank you so much

@handydadtv 11 ай бұрын

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@alekkoneil2144 Жыл бұрын

Amazing thank you for your service

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@johncolon244 10 ай бұрын

Outstanding!thank you for your educational infor.

@handydadtv 10 ай бұрын

My pleasure

@juliancatala7171 5 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks!

@handydadtv 5 ай бұрын

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@persiusflores3774 6 ай бұрын

Very informative video by far. Keep them coming.

@handydadtv 6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@rosendolopez2014 Жыл бұрын

You are great Sir!

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

@aquameni1000 Жыл бұрын

First of all, your videos are great for newbies like me. I'm trying to add a light to my closet from another light switch, my home is over 100 years old and the wires aren't colored. So my question is, are the black or hot wires always on the left side of the switch? Also, where do I find out the codes for my city in an easy-to-read format? Thank you for any help you can provide.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

There is no “always”, especially in old homes. You likely don’t have a neutral in the switch box. It’s probably just a simple switch loop from the light.

@a_dawg1.063 Жыл бұрын

Multimeter Kit, Buy one then you can tell your hot from cold.

@felipemolina3118 Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for your video, Merry Christmas!

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@chrisarhontakis2468 Жыл бұрын

Hi! First off, your videos are great and easy to follow. I would like to run some power to an outside spot light to the side of my garage. I have two available power sources. 1 is from a single switch running to a light right outside next to my garage door and the other power source would come from an outlet. First I would like to ask what source would you recommend I use and what video would you recommend me follow? I appreciate your time. Best regards.

@handydadtv Жыл бұрын

I would keep the lights on the same circuit, although there’s a good chance that your outlet is on that same circuit. If that’s the case, go with the easiest m.