How To EASILY Add An Outlet In Any Room Using A Light Switch!

How To Home • November 16, 2024
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In this video I show you a common way to add an outlet to any room using a light switch! I will also go over a very common and dangerous mistake made when installing these. 🧰 Products In The Video 🧰 Small WAGO 221 Assortment Kit (With In Lines): https://amzn.to/3YPCtFA Large WAGO 221 Assortment Kit (With In Lines): https://amzn.to/4ewJLVF Large WAGO 221 Assortment Kit (No In Lines): https://amzn.to/3AADJEu Klein Wire Strippers: https://amzn.to/42VwWye "Old Work" Electrical Box: https://amzn.to/4fsDhHz 15 Amp Outlet: https://amzn.to/4fv6S2P Romex 14/2 Wire: https://amzn.to/3AMx6im Sheathing Stripper: https://amzn.to/40NCLPF Klein 11 in 1 Screwdriver: https://amzn.to/3X6EImX Klein Combination Bit: https://amzn.to/3UVFMcW Electric Screwdriver: https://amzn.to/3Z7Liw6 Klein Voltage Tester: https://amzn.to/3Xb7F10 Drywall Saw: https://amzn.to/3Z6Z0ip Klein Outlet Tester: https://amzn.to/3AHLDMi 🎥 Related Electrical Videos 🎥 Biggest Mistakes Made While Wiring Light Switches: https://youtu.be/QSBMd774qkk How To Install A Light Switch Outlet Combo: https://youtu.be/6U0zCGq6Qxs Shocking New Way To Extend Short Wires: https://youtu.be/CNkhuZk6hJc Check out and join our channel memberships for some cool perks and to help support the channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb-xu6Oun_d41RjztUgFWA/join ALSO, here is our How To Home Amazon Store, where you can find many of the tools, items, and shirts I use and wear in my videos! https://amzn.to/3mcqu1E My YouTube Filming and Editing Gear: https://amzn.to/3kqqkGl Thank you for watching and for subscribing. You can support the channel at no cost to you by using one of the above affiliate links. This helps support the channel for new content! Blessings, Adam How To Home assumes no liability for damage or injury. How To Home highly recommends using proper safety procedures and professionals when needed. Our content is for entertainment purposes only. No information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not How To Home. How To Home will not be held liable for any negligent or accidental damage or injury resulting from equipment, tools, electrical, fire, electronics or any items contained in this video. Attempt projects and repairs at your own risk.

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