Choosing a Timer Light Switch
In This Article: Types of Timer Light Switches Buying the Right Timer Switch If you often forget to turn lights off when you leave a room, timer light switches can be great energy savers. They can also increase safety, allowing your lighting to turn on and off automatically, and to give the appearance that someone […]
Light Switches That Know You’re There
In This Article: Infrared & Ultrasonic Detectors Buying the Right Occupancy Switch An expert buying guide about motion detecting light switches using infrared and ultrasonic detectors, plus tips on buying the right occupancy switch. As if by magic, when you approach your house, lights go on. Then, once you are inside, living room sconces gradually […]
Types of Light Switches
In This Article: Single-Pole Light Switches Three-Way and Four-Way Switches Switches open and close electrical circuits, allowing power to flow through lights and appliances. At one time, they were pretty simple—just a toggle you flipped on and off. But things have changed. As our needs for energy efficiency have evolved and technology has improved, light […]
How to Replace or Install a Light Switch
This article offers step-by-step directions for replacing or installing a conventional light switch. When a light switch wears out because of their frequent use, it’s time to replace it. When a switch wears out, it may not work right or, worse, can give off sparks. A light switch that gives off sparks is a fire […]