How To Wire A 4 Way Light

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[gfoursux]

4-Way switches always intimidated me and I had to keep the packaging with the diagram close at hand so as not to foul it up.
Your explanation is so simple and straightforward.
Thank you Shannon.

[demordokos]

Shannon, you have a real talent for explaining technical things in common sense terms that are easy to follow and understand. Thanks for all you've taught me over the years!

[jordanherrmann]

I watched some computer generated videos and didn’t really grasp what was going on. Your video just helped me wire in my first 4way switch! I think I watched it 20 times or so but finally got it wired up and it works! Thanks!!!

[ChrystianGuy]

Thank you so much! We just moved into a new house and the staircase light wasn't functioning: they installed 3x 3-way switches (probably replaced one themselves and gave up!). Now it's all good thanks to your video :)

[armandhammer]

This guy is my go to for how to do something. I'm a plumber but thanks to Shannon I'm Jack of a couple more trades master of one.

[korosukanji]

Hey man thanks for the video, I’m in grade 10 construction and we are doing some house wiring, for our bonus assignment the teacher wants us to use a 4-way switch with 3-way switches to control a light, this vid helped a lot. Thanks again🙏

[derekforbes]

Your video was SO HELPFUL!!!! Re-switched a hallway in my dad’s new house and this is exactly the direction we needed. Thank you so much. Fantastic demonstration.

[Submanca]

You have to be one of the best people at explaining things.

[moc]

Great video! Been struggling with a middle switch commanding all other switches. All the wiring was painted, so after identifying the colors, the four-way was improperly wired...super easy fix thanks to your video explaining the functions of each switch. Done and Done! :)

[bryanpruden]

Bought a new house and changed all the switches and my hallway with three switches was my last problem. I have spent weeks after work switching different wires all around and going crazy. Watched this video and it turns out my problem was the third switch. I had the black wire that goes to the light in the wrong spot. Thank you for the well made video and the info. You saved me from having to call an electrician.

[DarrellWoods-dl]

Have watched quite a few of your videos over time covering various segments of construction… you’ve been a tremendous help… wish could’ve worked directly with you as feel could gain lotta insight and tricks of the trade so to speak… thanx again!

[Kyaide]

I want to personally thank you for making this video - I was having so many issues wiring this setup in my home. One of the three switches never worked quite right. With your clear instructions and visuals I was able to get it fixed for good :) tyvm

[OneLowZX]

Had a 4 way switch that seemed to be more like a main power switch. Watched your video and figured out two wires on said switch were connected wrong. Switched them and everything works as it should!

[FunnyVideosZ]

Thanks a lot, I wasted 1 hour to replace a 4 way switch before watching this video.. truly appreciate

[ezraswander]

I wish I would have had this info four years ago I really scratched my head doing this for my 6 can lights downstairs. Trial and error until I read about it for 24 hours straight. Great videos man.

[Carlzday]

this is exactly what i need .... one switch at the top of the stairs to the basement... one at one end of the hall at the bottom of the stairs in the basement and one at the other end of the hall ...i love this.... i watch the SHIT out of all your vids ...thank you SO much for your videos. Even though i'm not a certified electrician, i was allready fairly confident, never-the-less, they have helped me ENORMOUSLY, further adding to my confidence ...in any case, for insurance purposes, should there ever be a fire -- i will still have an electrician overlook my work and OK the job, essentially turning me into his unpaid apprentice (35 bucks for half an hour work doesn't seem like much to me if it helps me sleep at night :) ) ..., thank you again, these vids gave me the added confidence that i was doing it right. the narrative is perfect and the camera is places just right -- you have no idea how happy these vids make me

[ryanwagonerracing]

Perfect video, that last switch I was confused about the black screw and you helped! Thank you 🎉

[kealaniburgos]

I can’t thank you enough for this video!!! I’d set up my circuit using another video and messed something up. Couldn’t figure it out based on the original guy’s instructions. Followed you through this video and it works perfectly now! Thank you!!!

[charlesseawell]

I searched for only your video to help explain this. Well done. Thank you.

[jamesadams]

Thank you very much. This was a lot of help. You really dumbed it down for me to where I could understand. LOL I really truly appreciate it.