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How To Wire a 3-Way Light Switch

A light switch is the simplest of electrical devices. Flip the switch, electricity flows. Flip it again, electricity stops.
Learn how to install 3-Way Smart WiFi light switches with this step-by-step video. Please consult a certified electrician if you have any questions or concerns. Every wiring setup is unique, so be ...
Q: Tim, I need you to mediate a dispute between my husband and me. We're building a new home, and there are several places where two or more switches can be used to control lights. I like the ...
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QDEAR TIM: I am pulling my hair out trying to wire a four-way switch. What is the secret? Do you need a special four-way electrical switch or a four-way light switch? At this point, my new wife thinks ...
A single-pole switch has only two conductor terminals. To one terminal, you connect the supply (hot) wire, and to the other you connect the load wire. All this switch does is interrupt or not ...
Wemo adds three-way capabilities to its Wemo WiFi smart switch, providing homeowners extra flexibility and saving them some cash by eliminating the need for a companion switch. Wemo has handily solved ...