How To Wire A Single Pole Light Switch Circuits 3 Different Ways (2022) DIY Tutorial For Beginners!

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On this episode I'm going to show you how to wire a single pole light switch circuits in 3 different ways updated version for year 2022! First method is the Middle-of-Run where the power is fed to the switch to the light fixture. Second is the End-of-Run where the power is coming from the light fixture to the witch being the last in the circuit! The 3rd method, well you’ll have to watch the full video for that surprise! 👍🏽😊. This is a great DIY step by step tutorial for beginners and those whose are new in wiring!

METHOD #1 Middle-Of-Run Wiring - 4:25
METHOD #2 End-Of-Run Wiring - 10:56
METHOD #3 End-Of-Run Wiring Option #2 - 17:10

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[surferdude]

This has to be one of the best video's, excellent instructions and very clearly presented. I love your instructional mock up, nicely constructed. When you run power to light first, this is a switch loop because the power comes to the light, then to the switch and back to the light. Perfectly fine to do. The third method is the best way to do a switch loop because it leaves a neutral wire in the switch box and is a code requirement.
Can you show 3 way and 4 way switch wiring? A split receptacle where one is controlled by a switch and the other is live all the time would also be useful.

[nicarob]

I’ve watched several tutorials today, and this is by far the best explained.
With your recaps, and keeping it simple, sets you apart !

[kevinneal]

This is the best video describing these procedures that I have seen.
Im glad you didn't have music playing, just straight to the point.
Very well done.

[spooderman]

Im building a room and had some outlets added and wanted a light switch installed. Electrician ran the lines but due to lack of studs he didnt install the switch. 1 week later he ghosted me. Idiot never connected the line. This video saved me a few hundred. Thank you!

[johngtz]

Dude, this explains everything. Added an exhaust fan to my mom's restroom. Breaker kept tripping. Now I know. It's wired end of run. I thought I had seen a white wire connected to the black wire when I removed the old ceiling heater. Thanks a bunch. Now to crawl back into that hot Texas summer attic.

[pyrophilly]

I was looking for info on how to wire in a Buster & Punch light switch in my renovated toilet. This video taught me everything the instruction manual of the switch didn't. It taught me the difference (and existence of) middle-of-run and end-of-run type wiring. I pulled the extra ground wire I learned I needed, I learned about the amazing wago clips (love em!) and I successfully installed the toilet light in one go even with a slight feel of confidence! Many, many thanks for your crystal clear & thorough instructions. Subscribed!

[silvioazzolini]

Watched many videos. This is by far the very best. You made no assumptions that we have any knowledge of electrical wiring and did a superb job explaining. I am a teacher myself and my methodology has always been “assume there is zero knowledge from the audience and lead them through knowledge every step of the way”. This is a great review for those who already know something and excellent teaching for those who know nothing. Everyone wins. Great job!

[neanderthalradiopodcast]

Your explanation of the “end of run single pole” helped me a lot. I had one wired like this and couldn’t figure out why there was a white and black on the switch and only one wire in the outlet box. This helped tremendously!

[geoffreymones]

By far the BEST video I have seen!!! Very thorough and detailed. This is definitely great for DIY dummies like me. Again, OUTSTANDING video!!!

[DanaOredson]

This helped a lot! I appreciated understanding the 3 methods of wiring a switch. This helped me understanding the wiring of some existing circuits in my home.

[ivanwill]

As always, making it look so easy. Thanks for sharing.

I do wish Builders would ask their Painters to NOT paint over the wiring near outlets, during a new build. That in itself causes problems for the home owner, trying to determine if a cable is truly white or black. Yes, a tester helps. But...

[simondymond]

This was super useful. I had one to change and thought I knew what to do but was nervous about attempting it until I checked that what I thought was correct was the right way to do it. Would never have attempted it if I had not watched this first and all went well. Many thanks.

[mikerobertson]

I really really enjoyed your video. In my younger days I could wire a switch no problem. Now that I’m up in age I had forgotten how to wire a switch 😊. I watched other videos which were not as detailed as you video, plus you take time to explain each step and spoke slowly enough that my old ears could hear and understand exactly what to do. I am subscribing to your channel and ringing the bell.
Thank you so much. Excellent video.

[CarlosRodriguez-xsot]

Excellent instruction. Appreciate the methodical review. Two comments: 1. I would mention the advantage of doing the third method using the 14/3 future proofs the switch box by providing the neutral which is needed for many smart switches. 2. I would also mention that you can wire the 1-way switch reversed (ground stays the same) and it will work just fine. If you come across the reversed wiring in a renovation, it’s not wrong. The Line Hot wire (power from the source) and Load wire (feeding power to the fixture) can go on either brass screw on a 1-way switch. That was a source of confusion for me when I ran into this.

[jimbostashman]

I have watched a number of videos on single pole and 3 way connections and this is by far the best video I have seen with great explanations. Thank you

[khalidkhan-jphb]

Dude you are Saving a lots of money. I am learning to much from your videos. I hope you keep doing this helping people like me don't know anything about electrician job. Thank you so much. God bless you.

[joanrock]

Honestly I have been watching few videos about this. But the guys doesn’t really show and explain. The process. Like you do. . This way explaining and showing the way you do I like it. And I’m going to subscribe. Great video.

[anxiousappliance]

Incredibly helpful in analyzing some wiring I just ran into for a ceiling fan circuit done by people who didn't believe in taping neutral wires.... Thank you!!!

[cblair]

Ground, neutral, hot. It's a good habit to always hook up your devices in that order. Reverse when removing a device (hot, neutral, ground).

Treat every circuit like it's live when working on it.

[juancarrera]

A just want to say..Awesome video ...very easy to follow.