3-Way Light Switch Wiring Video

Instructional video on how to Wire a 3-Way Light Switch Circuit

By Mark J. Donovan




In this video, Mark Donovan of HomeAdditionPlus.com, shows how to wire a 3-way light switch circuit.

Wiring a 3-Way Light Switch

If you desire to control a light by two separate switches then you need a 3-way light switch circuit.

3-Way light switch circuits are rather complicated to implement, however in this video Mark shows how to easily wire one.

Warning: When working with electricity use extreme caution to avoid the risk of electrical shock. 

Make sure to first shut off power at the main circuit panel and then confirm all power to the electrical fixtures and boxes are off prior to beginning any work on them.


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