Wiring For a New Exhaust Fan And Light Fixture
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How to Wire a Bath Exhaust Fan and Light Fixture: You could junction in the exhaust fan junction box or a new junction box could be installed in an accessible location and separate out the switched wiring, one which will lead to the bathroom exhaust fan and the other that will lead to the recessed light fixture. © By: Dave Rongey |
Bath Exhaust Fan and Light Fixture
Electrical Questions I am replacing an old bathroom ventilation fan/light combo unit with a new fan (without a light kit)and a new recessed ceiling light fixture.
- For the old combo unit, the light and fan were separately controlled with two wall switches.
- I’d like to use the existing wiring and light switches to control the new fan and new recessed light.
- Can I wire the new recessed light and tie it into the fan’s junction box, and then connect the wires is the same way they were connected in the fan/light combo?
- I should note that this is a newer home with up to date wiring.
Thank you
Trish
Background: Trish, a Handy Woman from North Hampton, NH.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical question Trish.
How to Wire a Bath Exhaust Fan and Light Fixture
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate.
Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, a non-aluminum ladder and Voltage Tester.
Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools and access to the light fixture and exhaust fan.
Precaution: Identify the bathroom light circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.
Notice: Installing additional bathroom fixture electrical wiring should be done with a permit and be inspected.
- Yes, you could junction in the exhaust fan junction box or a new junction box could be installed in an accessible location and separate out the switched wiring, one which will lead to the bathroom exhaust fan and the other that will lead to the recessed light fixture.
- In this case you may find that the neutral is shared. Bond the ground wires together.
- Use appropriately sized wire connectors and install a black cover onto the junction box.
- Follow the links below for more information about installing your new recessed light and the existing bathroom exhaust fan.
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