Recent content by jbaugh

I think you are absolutely right. I was thinking of replacing the switch with an Aqara smart switch that does not require a neutral. I already have one controlling a light in my den via Apple Home app. Then I realized I was overlooking one important consideration. The switch is useless without...

Thanks all for your thoughtful replies. I will investigate further the possibility of using a battery powered switch of some sort. I'll reply back if I have success. John

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Thanks. I've made a short video. If this doesn't work I can send individual jpegs. John

I have a gas fireplace insert. The unit is operated by flipping what appears to be a standard wall switch at the base of the insert. I would like to replace this with a smart switch that I can control with my iPhone. I don't understand the mechanism of the existing switch. I know that if...

I can’t adequately express my appreciation for all of the help and suggestions I have received from members of this forum! I have inline Wagos from earlier work on switches and receptacles. My only remaining concern relates to a comment I received from a retired electrician. He strongly...

Can I use Wago devices to splice and lengthen neutral wires in the man panel?

Big problem! Big problem! I took the panel cover off. EVERY neutral in the box has been shortened such that they barely reach the upper part of the neutral bar. No slack whatsoever. I would need at least 6 more inches of neutral wire to reach the new breaker. No way to add any CAFCI or GFCI...

Excellent points! I have never worked behind a panel. There is a main shut off on the exterior of my garage, separate from the breaker panel. In addition there is a switch on the transfer box that allows me to disconnect for using my backup generator. Yes, I recently installed a GFI outlet on an...

Thank you so much for your encouraging reply! I had just about talked myself out of proceeding with this project. Knowing that this should be straightforward, I think I will give it a go.

Recently my electrical box and all of its breakers was replaced because of age related problems. Most of the breakers are "standard" 20 AMP breakers. I would like to replace two of these breakers with dual function CAFI & GFCI breakers to protect the circuits they are associated with. I have...