How to add an Outlet from a Switch

In this video, I answer a common question "Can I add an outlet from a switch?" The answer is "maybe" but I show you how to figure it out. Then I show two different ways to add an outlet from a switch.

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[joshuamorphew]

This is the most professional, easy to follow video. Sir I hope YouTube sends you an award for teaching like a father would to a son. ❤

[sviscuso]

One of the best gentlemen to watch, hands down, about the ins and outs of wiring outlets and switches correctly. The delivery, instruction, and information provided is very detailed and extremely easy to follow. Great job Chris!

[chuckbell]

Thank you for making this great instructional video, I’m 76 and not done with doing anything on my own, but I do need a little help. This is just what I need to safely wire a switch to a light then connect to a outlet. Sometimes a takes a few reviews to make it all sink in to this old head, thanks, Chuck

[jeffdroubay]

Absolutely the clearest, most comprehensive video on the topic. Kudos, Dad.

[jeannemyers]

Thank you Chris! I was able to watch your video with my new switch/receptacle combo in my hand. I followed along with the video and because of your excellent instructions I will be now be able to install this type of switch too. I watched a previous video about adding an outlet to an existing one. I installed one per your directions, and it works perfectly. Senior ladies can do these types of things with the help of a great instructor like you! Thank you, thank you! ❤

[csrboltfan]

The first option is exactly what I needed to know. THANK YOU for explaining it down to my level.

[Josephacoiro]

Not bad for an IT guy! Super helpful Chris! Long time it’s been since the Merck days!! Was trying to search for a simple video and low and behold, there you were!! Hope you are doing well!!

[sferree]

Thank you so much! I added an overhead switched light, and now i know how to wire the exiting switched outlet with the new overhead light. Saved me a lot of money! Great videos

[sergioalvarez]

Thank you very much for the class!! You are a great teacher!!

[williamtaylor]

Well done Chris. Glad I found your videos. I almost went a different, more expensive way, but your video saved me some money. Thanks.

[delta]

I was looking for this today when I was gonna wire a light. You answered my questions. Thanks so much.

[edmorris]

This video helped me through a wiring mess, thank you for the detailed information and instructions.

[ezuwxhp]

What a fantastic teacher you are! Thank you and may God bless you.

[WoobieLT]

Thanks dad. helped tear out an old over burdened circuit and replaced it with fresh Romex while deleting on some runs that aren't necessary. 👌

[TheRmeyPilot]

Followed his instructions and I was able to install it all perfectly! Thanks!!

[patrickkeith]

Chris, GREAT video explaining everything I needed to know...(AGAIN)

[johnnyrailroad]

Thank you for making a good video. It was helpful to me on a recent project of an addition of a new outlet wired in from a light switch.

[TerryVBorgerd]

your demos on the board remind me of my military days great work . Super easy to follow instructions Thanks .

[gaztorzambroni]

Your work is very good, easy to understand and fallow. You are the best. Thank you so much.

[ronaldmason]

This was very helpful I needed an outlet on a switch and needed it to be live at all times