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Remove Existing Light Fixture

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What happens here

Begin by ensuring the power to the light fixture is turned off at the circuit breaker. Using a screwdriver (either Phillips or flathead, depending on the screw type), carefully loosen and remove the screws that hold the existing outdoor wall light fixture to the wall. Once the screws are out, gently pull the fixture away from the wall to expose the electrical wiring. Disconnect the electrical wires (typically a hot wire, a neutral wire, and a ground wire) from the old fixture. Once all wires are disconnected, remove the old light fixture completely from the wall.

Goal: Safely detach and remove the old wall light fixture

Tools and materials

  • Old Light Fixture — The item being replaced and removed
  • Screwdriver — Loosening and removing screws from the old light fixture
  • Voltage Tester — Confirming that the electrical power to the fixture is off before handling wires