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Installing a dimmer switch is a simple but elegant do it yourself home improvement project. If you have never attempted an electrical home improvement project before, installing a dimmer switch is an excellent start. This short episode includes detailed do it yourself installation instructions. This video runs about 11 minutes. For a more complete version that that includes a description of dimmer switch functionality and what you need to know before you purchase one in addition to detailed do it yourself installation instructions for two of the most common wiring configurations are covered can be seen by clicking here.

The tools needed for do it yourself installation of a dimmer switch are: Screw drivers, long nose pliers, voltage tester or voltmeter, and wire stripper