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Electrical Wiring for Outdoor Christmas Lights

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Electrical Question: How can I control my Christmas Lights from a Switch?

I Want to Control My Christmas Lights Using the Following Method:

How should this be wired?

This electrical question came from: Steve, a Homeowner from Anaheim, California.

Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electric wiring question Steve.

Electrical Wiring for Christmas Lights

Application: Switch Control for Christmas Lights.
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate – Depending on the home circuit wiring for this application.
Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools and Voltage Tester and a fiberglass or non-metal ladder.
Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience and ability to work with tools and work from a ladder.
Precaution: Identify the circuit or power source, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.
Notice: Installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected.

How to Wire a Switched Outlet to for your Christmas Lights

Control Christmas lights from a switch or use a wireless control, an easy to do project with parts that are available at most hardware stores.

Example: The Basics of Installing a Switch Controlled Outlet for Christmas Holiday Lights

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