Question

How to Replace an Exterior Light Fixture?

Answer 1

How to Replace an Exterior Light FixtureReplacing an exterior light fixture is not difficult at all and you can do it even if you have limited electrical experience.Cutting the PowerBefore you do any electrical work of any kind, you will need to cut the power at the home's electrical circuit box. Go back to the light switch and turn it on to make sure there is no power. If you want to be extra safe you can even use an electrical tester to double check.Replacing the FixtureMost light fixtures will require a simple screw driver to install and uninstall them. Remove the mounting screws hold the fixture in place and allow it to hang by the wire connections. Unscrew the wire nuts holding the two wires together and remove the old fixture. The new fixture goes on the same way by connecting the like colored wires using the wire nuts. Unless the old wire nuts are in excellent condition, use new wires nuts, especially if they come prepackaged with the new fixture. Place all connected wire and wire nuts back into the electrical box mounted inside the wall. Install any new mounting brackets needed for the new fixture and secure the fixture to the mounting brackets using a screw driver. Turn the power back on at the circuit breaker box and test your new fixture connection.