Prepare Ceiling with Box
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What happens here
Begin by identifying the desired location for the smoke detector on the ceiling. Using an appropriate tool, cut a 4-inch diameter hole in the ceiling. Once the hole is cut, install a round old work box into the opening, ensuring it is securely fastened within the ceiling cavity.
Goal: Cut a 4-inch hole and install a round old work box in the ceiling
Tools and materials
- Hole Saw — Cutting the 4-inch hole in the ceiling
- Ladder — Reaching the ceiling safely
- Round Old Work Box — Housing the electrical connections for the smoke detector