How to Install an Attic Light

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ม.ค. 2025

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  • @jimmysegovia2688
    @jimmysegovia2688 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome man thank you for sharing 😀...

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No problem 👍

  • @Subi_doo
    @Subi_doo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video.

  • @4dangler
    @4dangler 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I would have fastened the box to the bottom side of the truss rather than directly underneath of the sheathing. There's less chance of a nail penetrating it when the shingles are replaced in the future

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the tip when installing a light box in the attic.

    • @deetimeless5836
      @deetimeless5836 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      yup. I think building code calls for 1.5" min distance from decking to any wiring.

  • @alboo5277
    @alboo5277 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi my light doesn't work i tried turning it back on and off but still doesn't work. I checked the switch in the garage and flip it on and then off everything works my bathroom but not the light in the attic

  • @scsclassics
    @scsclassics 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I want to run a plug in receptical from a attic light just like this . Any video on that ??

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I recently created a couple videos showing the installation of a wall light and adding another light switch. You may find those helpful for your project. just go to my videos section and you will find them as recent uploads.

  • @tomu4725
    @tomu4725 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there any problem with not having the switch in place and just having constant power going to the light? I know that's not what you wanted but wanted to make sure this wouldn't be a problem even though the pull switch on the actual light would be off only until needed

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would think it would be ok but it might be wise to check with regional building/electrical codes as sometimes there are some quirky rules

  • @jonburrows2684
    @jonburrows2684 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wouldn't a 4 ft led fixture put out more light?

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A larger attic light installed in the attic would likely be brighter. The installation process would be similar.

    • @jonburrows2684
      @jonburrows2684 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MrKistel but it's ok to do too, right?

  • @jaydee3046
    @jaydee3046 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    If you are using LEDs, you could also install a smart bulb. Then you could shut off the light after you forgot and put the ladder away !

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great attic light installation tip. It is amazing what control features are available with smart bulbs.

    • @MAGAMAN
      @MAGAMAN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't waste money on that junk.

  • @macster1457
    @macster1457 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I wouldn't have mounted the box so close the roof as nails can easily puncture it and the wires.

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great tip, yes if the roof is ever replaced that could be a potential issue.

  • @13ghosts31
    @13ghosts31 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wish I had a junction box in my attic crawl space.
    I want to run a wire from the basement to the attic but it sounds like too much of a pain in the butt.

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can you pull off a circuit from a room below the attic?

  • @miguelcolon8929
    @miguelcolon8929 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New to your channel

  • @domi_2164
    @domi_2164 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Next video how to fix an attic light won't turn off

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      O no, let us know if you are able to figure out your attic light problem.

    • @domi_2164
      @domi_2164 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nah nothing wrong I do it for somebody that can't turn their attic light off

    • @MrKistel
      @MrKistel  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@domi_2164 haha got ya

    • @domi_2164
      @domi_2164 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrKistel good joke lol