DIY of the Month: Step-by-Step Guide to Changing a Broken Receptacle and Light Switch

Ryanne M.
4 min readMay 12, 2024

Changing a faulty receptacle or a wall-mounted light switch might be daunting to a beginning do-it-yourselfer but since electricity is involved, a little guidance and basic tools will get you there safely with some confidence. Follow these steps as your guide to changing your electrical fixture.

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Ryanne M.

Live in SoCal, Traveler. Love dogs of 5. Automation Designer Consultant. Trader, Broker, Investor, Chief-Editor of Apex Chronicles, Writer. UAV pilot.