In this video, I’ll show you how to wire up a light switch, whether it’s got 3 wires, 4 wires, or you’re adding a switch to a new construction. I’ll also cover wiring a light switch and ...

Most DIYers shy away from doing electrical work for fear of getting shocked or causing a fire. And that’s certainly understandable; electricity is not to be trifled with. However, there are many ...

When it comes to the best smart switches ... be covered with the provided wire nut. Check the instructions, as you might need to press a sync or reset button under the faceplate to begin the ...

Older or historic homes can have different wiring and need special care to install. Have an older home with a single-pole switch? Box dimensions have changed over time. If your dimmer switch is ...

You will occasionally need to replace the batteries in the switch, but you won’t need to run any wires through the wall because the switch operates by using a radio signal to control the light.

Installing an inline cord switch is an easy project that will make turning on your lamps much easier. This do-it-yourself project can be done in 5 minutes. You need a knife to cut the cord ...

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy is a smart home reporter who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a contributor to Wirecutter, Wired, Dwell, and US News. Smart lighting is the most ...

Q: During a recent dinner date at my house, I thought about how romantic it would be if I could dim the lights. My light switch doesn’t have this feature and I would like to replace it with one ...

And don’t worry – installing a smart light switch doesn’t necessarily require a phone call to your electrician. In our opinion, you can do it yourself if you’re relatively handy.

If your home lacks a ground wire, you might not be able to install a smart switch, although there are various workarounds that we won’t get into here. If your home lacks a neutral wire ...