If the switch at this location is a light.
Moving light switch one wall another.
Remove the switch or outlet s wall plate.
Keep the cut out and use it to patch the existing opening.
Due to concrete flooring upstairs i cannot access the cable from above.
Hold one probe on the ground wire and press the other probe against each wire terminal.
How to move a light switch.
Loosen the mounting screws and carefully pull the device out of its electrical box without touching the wire terminals.
Use a multimeter set to its vac position to double check the circuit for voltage.
S tep 3 cut an opening in the drywall.
Step 4 mount your new electrical.
Step 1 take safety precautions before moving your light switch.
I am aware that i can make access to.
Step 2 disconnect wires from your switch.
Hi all i have a situation where i need to relocate a light switch about 3ft across.
Unscrew the switch cover and then the switch itself from the wall.
Turn off the breaker that controls.
This is due to a doorway being bricked up and the light switch needs putting near the corner.
Install the required length of new wiring to the new location for the light fixture.
Make the opening in the ceiling for the new light fixture.
Check the new location.
How to move a light switch step 1.
Turn on the light controlled by the switch to make sure it has a good bulb.
One example is the levnet system form leviton.
The receiver replaces your exisiting switch and a wireless switch goes wherever you choose.
If for example it s being fed from the ceiling rose or a junction box in the ceiling then chase down the side of the wall where you want the switch and feed in the new cable and switch.
Remove the existing light fixture junction box and turn it so that it is accessible from above.
Pull the switch out a few inches but leave.