How to Choose and Install Retrofit LED Recessed Lighting | Easy DIY

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  • Let’s save on electric bill by retrofitting the old can lights with these LED down lights. These new LED lights look so much better, save a lot of energy, and last for a long time. Better yet, they are very easy to install! If you still have older recess lights with incandescent or halogen bulbs around the house. Definitely consider swapping them out! It takes just minutes to do by yourself.
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  • @janicelindegard6615
    @janicelindegard6615 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is exactly what I was looking for! An upgrade to my 1970s can lights that I can do myself. Your instructions are perfect. Clear, easy to understand and just enough information.

  • @user-wc4zy5lb1m
    @user-wc4zy5lb1m 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you. the bit about squeezing the torsion clips inside the hook is what I needed!

  • @lisw50
    @lisw50 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My new kitchen lights were easily installed after viewing your video!! Thank you so much!!

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear! Thanks for watching and letting me know, Leona! Enjoy your new kitchen lights! Stay well!

  • @CrazyKatRancher
    @CrazyKatRancher ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU, first video up and you’re explaining everything I need to know AND I can change out myself. Will make Hubby happy, 1 less thing for him todo.
    We have the retro fit but the light finally died. I thought for sure we were going to have to replace the entire lamp. Been dealing with a dark area for months.
    Many Blessings to you

  • @malsara123
    @malsara123 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you ! Exactly what I wanted to "modernize" the house that we bought recently

  • @TekToyzGaming
    @TekToyzGaming ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Skimmed through 15 videos. This is the best one, especially in regards to the right size for cans and installation. Thanks

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear! Thanks for watching and letting me know, TekToyzGaming!

  • @gigz218
    @gigz218 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job explaining how to swap out old lighting with the new retrofit lighting. You made it easy to understand...

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear! Thanks for watching and letting me know, Anthony!

  • @DoBeLove
    @DoBeLove 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow! Thank you for this. I was just looking for the trim needed to finish the can lighting that was installed during a partial remodel and came across your informative video. Now I know I'll be getting these instead! :)

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad to hear. Thanks for watching and letting me know, @DoBeLove! Let me know how it goes.

  • @caitlynnmcfee5308
    @caitlynnmcfee5308 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for this educational, succinct and well-explained video!

  • @Toothless4life
    @Toothless4life 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you!!! Right to the point with great demonstration

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad to hear. Thanks for watching and letting me know, Bri! Stay well.

  • @kimcarroll916
    @kimcarroll916 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amazing! Thank you for showing how easy this is! Electrician suggested I upgrade to these and I thought. ….can’t I do myself? Know I can!

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, you can! Thanks for watching and letting me know, Kim! Enjoy your new lights!

  • @danielchu
    @danielchu 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you for a great concise tutorial. I'm going to switch mine out! Awesome video!

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching and letting me know, @danielchu! Let me know how it goes!

  • @webera
    @webera 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for sharing this video. I was able to change my entire loft. My electrician asked me hundred dollars to do this work.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear! Thanks for watching and letting me know, webera! Yes, leave the tough ones to the experts but this is a good DIY for most! Happy Holidays!

  • @cindikiser8282
    @cindikiser8282 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect for my kitchen and the price is right. Thank you.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear! Thanks for watching and letting me know, Cindi! Stay safe.

  • @silviacarmenate525
    @silviacarmenate525 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm getting this. Thank you! Very helpful.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, Silvia! Let me know how it goes.

  • @jeffreylemm8049
    @jeffreylemm8049 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very easy to follow instructions. Worked perfectly! 5 🌟

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad to hear! Thanks for watching and letting me know, @jeffreylemm8049!

  • @VicMann
    @VicMann 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thanks. great info on how the installation done. thanks for the links to the replacement kits.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good to hear! Thanks for watching and letting me know, Vic Mann! Stay well.

  • @tungle01
    @tungle01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks man, great job

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear. Thanks for watching and letting me know, Tung! Stay well.

  • @TheGozonuts
    @TheGozonuts 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video! Is it possible that my old 80's halogen potlights are a different voltage than my led lights I bought? The old pot lights have a huge electrical box hooked up to the lights, which resemble a motor almost.

  • @danfeliciano570
    @danfeliciano570 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video.

  • @ulutea12
    @ulutea12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mahalo for Sharing this video, My bathroom light was out and I went to the store and get one light but i don't know how to Install till I watch your VIDEO and I Install it myself. Again many thanks.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear! (from Hawaii?) Thanks for watching and letting me know, Aloha!

  • @Joe-lj3ir
    @Joe-lj3ir ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great info. Thanks

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, Joe!

  • @jddeefo1022
    @jddeefo1022 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice video. I need a trim ring that measures at least 7.75" diameter. Can you recommend a 6" retrofit that would work?

  • @chrisby911
    @chrisby911 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice!!

  • @ctheiler7702
    @ctheiler7702 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    just did 4 in 10 minutes, thank you

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great! Thanks for watching and sharing, C Theiler! Stay well.

  • @TRella2000
    @TRella2000 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am changing out existing led lights for brighter white ones. They are both halo brand- the old ones have a green ground wire- is it necessary to have a ground for these? Thanks

  • @haithammusmar6164
    @haithammusmar6164 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi, is there an advantage to retrofitting the led vs. just using a new LED screw in bulb into the old housing to replace the incandescent bulb?

  • @amrindersingh5448
    @amrindersingh5448 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi,we have some recessed lights with the 4 pin sockets with halogen bulbs,what to do in that case,because the adapter of these lights won’t fit in that.

  • @jackied2061
    @jackied2061 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a few 4.5” cans. What size will work?

  • @catalinareyna
    @catalinareyna ปีที่แล้ว

    What are the friction clips for thanks

  • @janellehoward7681
    @janellehoward7681 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    did it..worked..THANK YOU ...now my husband cant brag about doing it for a month..;)

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, glad to hear! Thanks for watching and letting me know, Jenelle!

  • @kapilk1173
    @kapilk1173 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! This is really helpful. I have a few old lights with the GX-23 2 pin base. Is there a recessed light for that?

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear. Thanks for watching and asking, Kapil. For GX023, I've converted mine to LED with these: amzn.to/3CcBMLe.

  • @glennnesbitt1068
    @glennnesbitt1068 ปีที่แล้ว

    What brand of lights are used in the video and what’s the diameter of the collar please?

  • @robertpanetta7912
    @robertpanetta7912 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Please show these clips that are up in the can where the tension springs connect

  • @dubiousjesse
    @dubiousjesse 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video. Do you have a video on how to install these when you don't have recessed lighting already? I only have a ceiling fan in my living room and boob lights in the bedrooms and kitchen.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching and asking, Dubious! No, this one only works if there is an existing recessed light housing.

  • @edwardgesser4470
    @edwardgesser4470 ปีที่แล้ว

    How wide is the trim on this light?

  • @leungfy1
    @leungfy1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have lytecaster 1176 cans, which don't hold clips. Can I remove the cans and the bulb socket from the cans and use the kind of retrofit lights with tabs (to grab the edge of the holes in the ceiling drywall) and connect the pigtail to the socket? Is it safe to install the light without using any can at all? Does the socket/pigtail gets hot once connected and powered?

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and asking, Franko! There may be ones you can bend out or you can try these: amzn.to/3xrfJ0Z.

  • @bberry84
    @bberry84 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How do you remove the LED cans to adjust the color temperature once it has been installed?

  • @yankeemudbug3263
    @yankeemudbug3263 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a dimmer switch on the halogen lights do they have kits for the dimmer switch or do I have to change the whole dimmer switch to a LED. great video gave you a thumbs up.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching and asking, Yankee mudbug! These particular Retrofit LEDs are dimmable so they will work with your dimmer switch.

  • @Joninani
    @Joninani 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    GREAT video! Thanks much.
    Do you have any recommendations on dimmer switches??? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching and your support, @Joninani! My favorite are the Lutron switches. Here are a few vides I did on them, th-cam.com/play/PL7NJhlJrvooqj9-TF5RttTAapumoVRqfb.html.

  • @maryjothurber2387
    @maryjothurber2387 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Are these retrofit lights okay to switch when you have blown in cellulose insulation? Thank you for the video.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, they run much cooler than the halogen recessed lights they replace. Thanks for watching and asking, Mary! Stay well.

  • @Watercrafty
    @Watercrafty ปีที่แล้ว

    How can I clip on to the can if they don’t have slots in them?

  • @Lmlc24
    @Lmlc24 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How much can be charge per light? I recently got an estimated for this, just wanted to know if the price for them is right?

  • @donatocongialdi4811
    @donatocongialdi4811 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These are great...I have 4 old ones along side of my outside driveway and are covered from water . Can I use these outside ?

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, they are. Thanks for watching and asking, DONATO CONGIALDI! They should work as long as they don't get wet.

  • @Jeff1960G
    @Jeff1960G 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello, thank you for the video! After installing these lights, I have a "humming" noise when i turn them on to full power. I have 3 cans on 1 dimmer; and when that dimmer it low, no noise, but when full power, humming. I did not have that problem with my 60 watt canned bulbs. Any idea?

    • @2clapsandarickflair804
      @2clapsandarickflair804 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You have to have dimmable bulbs

    • @clemensconrad
      @clemensconrad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You should replace the dimmer that supports LED bulbs. I had the same issue and replaced with Lutron

  • @RobDTom
    @RobDTom ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought these exact same lights. They don't even come close to staying flush in the can. The springs don't work right. What am I missing?

  • @W.Vanderbilt
    @W.Vanderbilt 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How do you fit them if your canister has no holes

  • @FirstClass-
    @FirstClass- 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Just retrofit it with a LED flood bulb! Cheaper too!

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's also a good option. Thanks for watching and sharing, @FirstClass!

  • @petercadogan1902
    @petercadogan1902 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you change when they go bad

  • @315ask
    @315ask 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don’t see the clips inside of the housing. What can I do to make the plate stick ? Thanks in advance!

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and asking, Amna. There may be ones you can bend out or you can try these: amzn.to/3xrfJ0Z.

  • @efthimios
    @efthimios 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I couldn’t get the cables to stay in the pot ugh was suppose to be so easy did r for at all- my can didn’t have the slots yours do :(

  • @GiraffeChaser
    @GiraffeChaser 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yo baba thanks I gave you a like

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, OMI_Homie13! Did you install one?

    • @GiraffeChaser
      @GiraffeChaser 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Tech4Baba I did but it has a gap around it. I will need to buy some caulk or something

  • @matthewrobert8096
    @matthewrobert8096 ปีที่แล้ว

    Weird, I don’t have anything for the torsion springs to latch on to.

  • @Ryandoesdifferentthings
    @Ryandoesdifferentthings ปีที่แล้ว

    My existing cab doesn’t have a spot for clips?!

  • @UncleRit
    @UncleRit 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    When this bulb burns out, how do I replace it? Is this a sealed unit where the whole thing needs to be replaced or can I just replace the bulb?

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching and asking, @UncleRit! This is a sealed unit. LED bulbs should last for a long time. 50,000 hours of life accordingly to this manufacture, amzn.to/3RT8oTN.

  • @Journal2Awakening
    @Journal2Awakening 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How to install when the housing does not have clips on the side’s?

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and asking, S.Com. There may be ones you can bend out or you can try these: amzn.to/3xrfJ0Z.

  • @ivonleeiv5901
    @ivonleeiv5901 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job....t.y.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to hear. Thanks for watching and letting me know, Ivon!

  • @mikemoloney506
    @mikemoloney506 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mine don't fit snuggly, suggestions?

    • @shaizakhan1602
      @shaizakhan1602 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m wondering the same thing

  • @tonyholt5951
    @tonyholt5951 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Are they dimmable from a switch?

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching and asking, @tonyholt5951! Yes, they are.

  • @AgentOffice
    @AgentOffice ปีที่แล้ว

    Sucks my can doesn't have a place for the clips

  • @m3chan1zr
    @m3chan1zr 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How do you remove these lights? Just pull it down and squeeze the clips?

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good question, @m3chan1zr! Yup, just pull it far enough and squeeze the clips. Thanks for watching and asking! Are you planning to retrofit yours with these?

    • @m3chan1zr
      @m3chan1zr 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Tech4Baba I actually have these in from the previous owner and I want to take them out! I find it is much better to get a good LED bulb that just screws into the existing socket inside the can vs. pitting these. And I have much more selection of bulb colors and brightnesses.

  • @Mmetz1281
    @Mmetz1281 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Is it just an esthetics thing? Why not just out an LED bulb in thr can

  • @kevinko1545
    @kevinko1545 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where can i buy?

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and asking, Kevin. You can buy them here: amzn.to/3pQ9qhm. There is also a link to a color-adjustable version in the video description.

  • @melanies.6030
    @melanies.6030 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Instructions with most retrofit lights always say to turn off the power at breaker box FIRST. I've seen several of these "how-to" videos with amateur DIY installers that never mention turning off the power. Why do you omit this step?. When it comes to showing a tutorial for electrical installation s, isn't safety a priority?

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Good point, Melanie! It's always safer to do so. Since this particular LED retrofit is similar to changing a light bulb, many choose to skip that as long as the switch is confirmed off. Thanks for watching and sharing! Stay well.

    • @michaellenorgant5079
      @michaellenorgant5079 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@@Tech4Baba Melanie, I'm not sure how much experience you have with electrical work but since your comment suggest you watch a lot of DIY videos I suspect its...not very much. No self respecting electrician working in their own home would turn off the breaker to install these simple cam lights. Respectfully, please save your comments for topics that you have a more knowledge of.

    • @garybagwell186
      @garybagwell186 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@michaellenorgant5079 Looks like your an expert dyi

    • @michaellenorgant5079
      @michaellenorgant5079 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@garybagwell186 Hmm, never thought of it that way, but Thank you Gary! I will try to be more confident in my abilities going forward.

    • @ericstockmann2487
      @ericstockmann2487 ปีที่แล้ว

      Karen!!!

  • @gerry.shafer6101
    @gerry.shafer6101 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best. Video. Yet....THANKS. MUCH. LOOKS. LIKE. THEY. STILL. COULD. U$E. SEALENT. TO. KEEP. MORE. AIR. OUT. !!.

    • @Tech4Baba
      @Tech4Baba  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and sharing, Gerry!

  • @slange455
    @slange455 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank only video that talks about the size needed to know what to measure 📏