INSTANT Lightswitch installs ANYWHERE

NO MORE hassle trying to install or wire a 3 way lightswitch. Enjoy this WIRELESS 5 way switch without running new wires between floor & ceilings and mounts anywhere. Home automation just got easy, even off grid! In this video I am using the Lutron Caseta system along with some cool accessories.

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[RobotsHaveTakenOver]

I work primarily installing lighting and these are a life saver
Edit:
Ps huge tip
You don't need to cut any hole from the drywall to install these
There is a back plate on the wall plate that can be removed for flusher install
Install the wall plate with anchors and mount the faceplate

[markbratt]

I did the same thing in my basement. I love the Lutron controls. They are so easy to setup and use. I love being able to turn off the light either by my phone or voice assistant. I have some on controls on my porch and garage coach lights. I have them scheduled to turn on at dusk and off at 2am everyday. I want to expand my system in the future.

[sandnessmj]

I outfitted our last house with a lot of these and it made some lighting configurations VERY easy. Lutron has the best HomeKit compatible switches, in my opinion. They just released a few new style switches, too. The Claro and Diva rocker switches look similar to normal large rectangular switches but have smart functionality. The main issue I have with smart switches is how much money you end up dropping if you install a lot of them…

[BruceMallett]

I love home automation systems such as these. My house is controlled with Insteon devices I installed slowly over time, perhaps through as many as 20 years. A couple of downsides have worried me: 1) Selling the house may require some new owner (or even pre-sale agent) education; 2) What happens if the device manufacturer disappears (ala Insteon)?

First world problems & the hazards of convenience.

[SpencerRyllSmith]

I learned this from a sparky. If you take a non contact voltage detector and rub it quickly on your shirt sleeve, the static will set it off and act as a self test. He did it before EVERY use.

[DISOPtv]

Last time I tried to install a 3 way, my wife was not going for it :D Great vid, thx

[JohnSvazic]

Kasa and Tappo (from TP-Link) are great as well. No need for a hub, they have controllers built into the devices (including bulbs), but you do need to have a strong wi-fi signal. I've got them for my garage and porch lights, with my router at the other end of the house. It can be finiky to setup, but price is great and I get to have multiple colours for the front of the house to match the seasons/holiday themes!

[themagiccoasterlover]

I know it's out of habit, but I love that your trimmed the ground wire while connecting it to a completely bare wire. Kinda redundant haha

[kenltron]

Have been using Meross light switches, indoor and outdoor outlets, lamp, garage door opener switch. No "bridge" required, just network.

They also do schedules and scenes, auto-off after a length of time, and integrations (using Google Home I have an outlet go on when my Chromecast goes on).

Not too expensive. Works well. Biggest issue might be a network disconnect - rare! - just power cycle the device to reconnect. Very rare, though.

[PatriotCoder]

I've been dreading adding a 3 way switch in my hall. Perfect timing!

[GaryT]

Love the Lutron Caseta...I now can control lights in my barn from multiple locations with the pico remote

[dttrandom]

I did a similar thing with my basement where I replaced the main basement switch at the top of the stairs with one that has a remote. I wanted to be able to turn the main basement lights on so I could see going down/up the stairs and where I'm going in the basement, and then be able to turn those main lights off when I reach the room that I use as a workroom that runs on a separate line and where I tend to spend many hours in. I attached the remote outside the work room and now can control the main lights at either end. I got the switch and remoter from Home Depot for around $30.

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[davekent]

What a great idea it looks so easy I tell you the technology is getting better and better making our lives easier. Thanks again

[Phelper]

They also integrate nicely with Alexa. "Alexa, turn on the basement storage lights." They make these for ceiling fans too, and also integrate nicely with Home Assistant.

[SylvainMenard]

That’s the kind of setup I have in my apartment. Works well and very reliable.

[MWSfan]

I LOVE the Lutron line! I don't have any myself, but I've been doing research for when I eventually own a home and install smart appliances. Have you seen their blinds and shades?
I wonder why Linus didn't go with these for his new house. Lord knows they would have worked 1000x better than the system he chose.

[Troy_Built]

They used to make these that didn't require any phone. Just install the switch in place of the existing one. Then mount the new one where ever desired and it screwed to the wall. I wish mine still worked and they have been discontinued. I guess this is the next best option.

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[johnjensen]

Thanks for the video - I always learn when I watch. Great ideas presented concisely and always interesting!