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Wiring new light switch and light to existing two way swiþch
Anonymous user 16 March 2024 - 2.46 PM
Have two way switches in lobby but want to add another switch for light in porch. Have tried wiring the new switch to existing g switch but new light does not work
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3 Answers
KCX Electrical
The light in the porch needs a neutral! Unless the neutral is in the switch you won’t be able to get the porch light to work
Answered5 March 2022
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DEACON ELECTRICAL SERVICES
The light requires a live neutral and earth to it. The existing switch’s you have do not have a neutral at them (usually) with all due respect, get an electrician in to do it, as by your question I really don’t think you should be attempting this if you dont understand how it works, or how to put it into practice.
Answered3 March 2022
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Anonymous user
At the porch light you will require a switched live and neutral, as it has been stated already you will not have a neutral at your switch, this can be achieved by connecting your neutral into your local light fitting.
Answered8 March 2022
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