Certain electrical assignments don’t necessarily require you to be an expert to fix the issue. With some logic and the required electrical tools in tact, one can easily accomplish such minor electrical tasks.

Such an assignment generally requires the use of the most basic electrical tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, insulating tape and cutters. A voltage tester has to be accompanied to ease the testing task.

Before commencing any electrical project whether major or minor, always cut off the electricity supply from the main fuse box or the breaker box. Once no electricity is received by the spaces of the home, confirm the same with the help of a voltage tester.

Insert the metal probes of the tester into the outlet’s plug and check the neon bulb. A glowing neon bulb indicates the presence of electricity whereas no illumination points to the absence of electricity in the outlet. A switch can simply be turned on and off to check whether it is receiving current or not.

After cutting off the electricity to the switch, open the cover plate enveloping the switch. Locate the screws that bind the screw setup to the wall and unscrew them using an appropriate sized screwdriver. Pull out the switch in such a way that the wiring setup remains connected to the terminals of the switch but you are able to see the wiring properly. At this time the voltage tester can be brought to check the open state of the circuit.

Take a pen or tape to mark down the wiring and the connections on the switch board itself. These tags would help you with the installation of the new switch.

Walk down to a local electrical or hardware store with the old switch and ask for a new one. The salesperson can also help you with the purchase of a switch that may suit your wiring setup a bit better than the old one.

Bring home the new switch and align the switch on the board such that the on and off indicators are directed correctly. Connect the wires to the terminals of the new switch based on the tags of the previous switch. Once connected, screw the switch on to the wall and cover the box with the cover plate. Now render normal electricity supply to the home and check the newly installed switch for it’s normal operation.

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