Moving A Light Down The Wall

Guide for moving a light fixture electrical question.
Moving a light down the wall. How hard was it to patch the wall once you were finished. Because of the direction the 14 2 cable comes into the light fixture now it is not long enough to reach the new desired location. Check the new location. Wall light was successfully moved without extra damage downstairs in a two storey house.
This way if we ever decide to change the light down the road we could place it back at the standard height. Unplug the light or radio from the wall plug. Shut off the circuit breaker switch for the light you re planning to move. How to move a light fixture step 1.
The tester will sound an alarm and light up if electricity is still present at the wall plug. Remove the external housing and the light bulb. I plan to move my light fixture up about 6 inches. Turn on the light controlled by the switch to make sure it has a good bulb.
Turn off the breaker that controls. Place a noncontact voltage tester against the plug. July 25 2016 modified. How to move wall light.
How to move a light switch step 1. Screwdrivers pliers level drill and potenitall. How to move wall light. Remove the internal housing from the ceiling or wall.
Pull the switch out a few inches but leave. You did an amazing job. These duties can normally be done by hand but may require a.