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Rewiring light switch.?
I have a room with two light fixtures and one light switch. That switch activates both fixtures. I would like to change it so that there are two switches, one for each fixture. How difficult would this be? Is doing this something that would require taring my ceiling and walls apart or as simple as rewiring the switch a little bit? Is it something I could find a DIY guide for or would I have to hire a professional? I am not unhandy and I have several electrician friends who could help.
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- Anonymous8 years agoFavorite Answer
While there are double switches that will fit in a single gang box, your problem is that you need to run a separate length of 14/2 cable from that box to one of the two fixtures ( preferably the closer of the two ). This would require making some holes in your drywall. It can be an easy or difficult project based on your skill and knowledge.
- 8 years ago
both fixtures have to run to the switch... if you dont have space for two switch's where your switch is...you might have to open the wall where your switch is located to make room for larger elec.box....
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