Electrical

How to Fix a Flickering Light Switch

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Estimated Time

15 mins

Difficulty Level

Easy

Required Tools

Non-contact Voltage TesterPhillips Head ScrewdriverFlathead ScrewdriverWire StrippersNeedle-nose Pliers

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00:42Shut off circuit breaker 01:10Remove switch plate 01:45Verify power is off 02:30Tighten terminal screws 04:10Reinstall switch and plate

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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 fix a flickering light switch’. 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 04:10 mark. Can you send someone over to help me finish this up?”

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