Electrical

How to Replace a Ceiling Light Fixture

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Estimated Time

30 mins

Difficulty Level

Easy

Required Tools

Non-Contact Voltage TesterPhillips Head ScrewdriverWire StrippersStep LadderWire Nuts

Skip Intro Fluff

00:45Verify power is off 01:32Remove old fixture 03:10Connect electrical wires 05:45Mount new fixture base

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“Hi, I'm located here in my area and I was just watching a video on VideoProven called ‘How to fix a replace a ceiling light fixture’. I see that it's rated as a Easy repair and requires a Non-Contact Voltage Tester and a Phillips Head Screwdriver, which I don't have on hand. I'm a bit stuck on the step at the 05:45 mark. Can you send someone over to help me finish this up?”

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