Q: I want to replace a ceiling light fixture. How do I do it? A: Switching out a ceiling light fixture is often fairly simple: Turn off the power to the circuit, climb a ladder and remove the old ...

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There’s really no problem in replacing an existing light fixture with a ceiling fan in terms of the electrical needs. But what you really have to be careful of is to make sure the electrical box that ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you have a dark corner or a gloomy hall, chances are you’ve considered adding a sconce light fixture. But hiring an electrician to run wire to your ...

If you are replacing a standard light fixture with a fan and light that you wish to operate independently of one another (from the current switch location), you will need to add additional wiring from ...

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