Moving a light switch

[@MarysNest]

Hi Bill, You are making so many wonderful improvements in your home. And the adding of light switches is SO smart for safety! Thanks for taking us along for the process. God bless, Mary 🤗

[@carmencunningham4904]

They are wonderful! Puerto Rico USA

[@knittingnana2939]

Bill keller does it AGAIN. its always a pleasure to watch you work. And we learn n the process.

[@maxiedoodle]

I love your fixit videos!

[@zardozungadonkbungabonga]

Marvelous. The electrons have a new path to explore and you have the satisfaction of a job well done.

[@sereniebellini8973]

Always so relaxing and fun to watch home projects big and small! Have a blessed weekend!

[@jan6293]

Bill, you do such a wonderful job and explain so well as you go. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@joannebath-miers2769]

Bill, I'm a kitchen designer for Menards here in Indianapolis Indiana. You can go to your local paint or hardware store and buy sample cans of paint for less than $5 each. I would suggest you buy a can for each color that you have on the walls so if you do need to touch it up you won't be having to buy a quart sized can.

[@patriciakoester1580]

So much fun to watch you Bill because I know absolutely nothing about any of that, very enjoyable!!! Love you guys ♥️♥️ Grandma Patricia

[@bessieoriotis5104]

Elizabeth I am so glad you have a professional to do the lights. I am watching this and I still find it complicated.!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

I do, too! 😄

[@marilynpeppers1356]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Thanks for the great visual of how to patch a sheet rock wall!

[@wendyburston3132]

Love that "careful cut" idea. Wish I'd known that a few years ago. And that put a little on no sanding till last coat is going to come in handy soon when we redo one of our basement rooms. And lastly, didn't know about the old with box. Also something that will come in handy soon. Thanks!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

If you want to do the job without sanding until the final coat, you must do EVERY coat as if it is your last, and trying to do each coat in such a way that no sanding is necessary. That skill will develop. At first, I was so bad that I had to sand every coat. (But that was 30 years ago! LOL)

[@Randy8923]

Enjoyed. You do great work Bill. That switch is now very handy. I live in a house that has the craziest places for light switches I have ever seen, Lived here for over a month and my son and I are just now getting use to there locations. God bless you all. Continuing prayers for Pop.

[@jamesdowns3620]

Another Excellent video

[@c.julien8266]

Nice work Bill. Like you, I only like to sand on the final coat. "Mudding" looks easy, but like you said, it's a skill that is honed with practice. I like to start with as little mud as possible as it's much easier (and cleaner) to add more than to sand off too much - an experienced drywaller taught me that. I like that new switch box you installed...that's a clever contraption - never knew those existed until now. Thanks for sharing.

[@bethanyfields4706]

Good morning, Bill! We lived in a house that's original deed dated from 1895. I feel your frustration with light switches!!

[@paulaelliott4903]

Thank you, Bill! My house was also built in 1970 and it has the same problem with light switches in a couple of spots, but that isn’t nearly as bad as not having enough outlets on the walls in each room. I hate having to run extension cords, but I do have a couple in necessary places for lamps. I have a hallway which does have a light overhead, but no outlet anywhere, which I really wish they had thought of. But, I am fortunate in so many other aspects of this house, so I am happy overall. Take care and God Bless you and family,

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

In 1970, they new about lamps, and a clock. They had NO IDEA how many electronic gadgets we would be using, and plugging in, in the future!

[@joycekeutzer3136]

I would have liked to seen the look on Elizabeth's face after you finished wiring it. I know she would have had the biggest smile on her face and thanking you. You two are the sweetest couple and it is the little improvements that make us happy. You are a great Carpenter Bill. Great job well done.

[@donnaterry1200]

Excellent video Bill thank you!

[@lindamickel8545]

I learned something. I never knew you put spackle then the tape on top of that. I have a patch that I have been waiting for my son to finish. Now I don't have to wait!!! Thanks Bill.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

If you don't put the mud on first, there is nothing to hold the tape against the wall (unless you buy the self-adhesive tape, which is relatively new, and costs a lot more.) Put the mud on, then put the tape on, then try to scrape ALL of the mud off, leaving the paper completely exposed.. That is the first coat.

[@lindamickel8545]

Thanks for the lesson and the tips.

[@gwenjulien5278]

Bill, l have a small kitchen, not enough outlets, when l look at new homes ( something l just like doing for fun) the first thing l notice is outlets in the kitcken, the other thing is laundry room, with a deep sink to wash my med. dog, and cat. I love a large kitchen and large laundry room. Where does one put canning jars, vacuum cleaner, ironing board,(l quilt) bucket, and cleaning supplies, these new modules home most don't have room for things l use. But big kitchen, lots of outlets, extra bed room for a sewing room, and big laundry room with big deep sink, window for seedlings, closet for vac, cleaning supplies. These are what l look for, if l have to cut back on any of these important things, build me an outhouse, don't need 3 fancy bathrooms. Don't need island in kitchen or big living room. So that's my favorite thing to do. When you get done your wife will love it. You always do a good job.

[@sylviapap3]

You can use painter's tape on the bottom of the jig saw, that way it won't scratch or smear the wall. I would never try this electrical stuff but it's nice to learn. Thanks

[@svs1551]

Enjoyed watching. You make it look so easy.

[@mindyvaughn8217]

Hey Bill I live in a home built in 1952. It’s like one per room. My livingroom is just like yours. It is truly a nightmare. I’m afraid to have an electrical contractor to come and fix anything because I don’t want to hear that the house is not up to code. In the mean time I have cords under rugs. I just heard a report about how the severe storms in Texas are going to affect the cost of food at the grocery store. So many cows died and produce was frozen. It just reminded me of what you have been talking about. This was very cool.💖

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

You don't have to worry about your house not being up to code. Building codes continue to get more and more strict for NEW construction. But MOST older homes do not meet current building codes. It's not an issue, they are grandfathered in. An electrician could add extra switches for you without any code issues. Yes, the storm in Texas just reiterates what I have been saying all along about being prepared! And the crops that were destroyed by the cold were just one more incident of cold weather crop losses that are happening all over the world because of the Grand Solar Minimum. Food will CONTINUE to get more scarce and more expensive. The severe food shortages have not really started yet. But they will!

[@mindyvaughn8217]

@@LiveSimpleLiveFree Thanks Bill for the info and for making me smarter.

[@angielong]

Good job Bill

[@imahick5723]

Another great project. Thanks Bill for sharing. I have a better understanding of how some of these projects are much more complicated and potentially dangerous for homeowners to tackle. Sometimes it's just worth it to pay a professional love to Elizabeth and Pops

[@AR-dm7ze]

Put the refrigerator over by where your thrive life shelf is when you redo the kitchen alongside your new thrive life tall shelf. It will open your dining space and consolidate your food storage to one common space.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

We are planning to build an extension off the back, and the fridge will be next to the dishwasher where the door currently is. The door will moved to the left and become an arch going into the extra room.

[@raccoons392]

Great Video, I've done some of this but great to learn new techniques!

[@teresaw7452]

We purchased a 90 year old house. We had the same issues, guess what lighting has come into the 21st century. We purchased motion sensor ceiling lights for the hallway laundry room and pantry. They are soo sweet. No stumbling in a dark room. Plus they are LEDs and only around $20 each on Amazon.

[@cindyenglert.az51]

I love your home improvement and building videos!! Can’t wait until you start the kitchen remodel!!! 😄

[@1SeanBond]

Appreciate you Guy's so very much,thank's for getting me back to reading my Bible i have read 3 different versions of the Bible cover to cover, and KJ cover to cover twice,over a few year's to get it all inculcated into my heart, and your family and your awesome hearts got me exploring the Scriptures agan! lol then i also read the works of Josephus. You know from you guys & then to your Son & Daughter in law i see the efforts of excellent parenting in his spirituality and how kind you are. lol i so miss that lil trailer but so very much happy for you on the new awesome house with ROOM! LOL Luv&Peace Cheers your friend from Canada! Ty for Tea with Jesus! Very nice!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

I’m so glad to see you really reading God’s Word! Getting to know our Lord and what He wants is life changing! ❤️😊

[@1SeanBond]

@@LiveSimpleLiveFree Thank You Friend's 😊

[@mimiso2522]

We had the same issue with our 1964 ranch. Instead of putting in 3-way switches we installed a motion sensor switch in the hallway. I still want a 3-way into the living room from the kitchen, though. And a 3 way loop IN the kitchen going to the sunroom.

[@nancymcdowell9607]

Me to! I need at least 2 plugs more in every room

[@virginialangley1793]

excellent job and so quick

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

You did that so easily. A very good example for others to follow. Will you show how the added wiring works in later?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Yes, when we do the planned addition. But that probably won't be until next year.

[@mariebarnes416]

Good job!

[@cynthiaweathers6979]

Awesome job. I hit the notification bell cuz I would have a fit if I miss part 2 when you do the other switches. I think youre so brave to crawl under the house. Lol. SPIDERS!

[@antfarannte746]

Nice work enjoyed watching hope Elisabeth was not to mad that you scuffed up her livable green paint😂

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

It cleaned up just fine! 😊

[@kimincanada7011]

Mr. clean magic eraser will take those scratches off the wall.

[@mistieseverydaylife4705]

Mayo will remove crayons 🖍

[@TcOkie57]

Thank you for sharing another great video, watching from Oklahoma have a blessed day

[@readtheinstructions1407]

Good job.

[@waynegenewick8570]

Nice job Bill 👌

[@donaldplante4133]

Thank you for the info!

[@dannymcnalley5657]

Nice job..👍 I got hit by 110 once.. It was an eye opening experiance..😳

[@Beefyfarmer]

In the UK we have to cover the earth wire with green and yellow sleaving, perhaps because of the fact that we opperate at 230 volts

[@MrBeav1018]

i like those videos now that you have your light switch in the right place it will be easier for Elizabeth to.

[@judyfinnegan374]

Thank you bill! Goodvideo! 😚😚😚

[@iMiker62]

Sweet working music! How could you not be enjoying life!

[@donnaterry1200]

This 70 year old grandma can patch dry wall, change out switches, and face plates, replace faucets, but no electrical work or re-wiring.

[@rainsofhealing]

A woman after my own heart! I’m a woman who likes to do these things as well. Even took apart a toilet and car door and fixed them (while ago.) God bless you capable woman!

[@irenek2k20]

I have been using motion detector sensor in lamps & it makes things easier with my mom when she gets moving.

[@Ladythyme]

Magic Eraser should take off the marks on the wall by the kitchen 😊

[@beverlysyferd379]

Very informative video

[@shannjess5223]

We have a seventies house with the same issue and the switches are on the wall furthest from when you walk in the room, it must of been a world wide thing 😄

[@ilenesatchell5445]

A question from someone who has never done what you just did - would it be helpful to place masking tape around the area where you plan to cut to prevent the saw from marring the wall?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

It might. I don't know, I've never done that.

[@daedubois9428]

Home Depot or Lowes might be able to color match the paint using the section of wall that you removed.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

We bought the paint at Lowe’s last year, so it’s just a matter of remembering the name.

[@teresaw7452]

all you need is a piece of the painted wall and they can match it. I had them match some paint and it was exact match.

[@ExtremelyFrugalTinyHouseLiving]

Great Video!

[@whyme7996]

or you could just put in smart bulbs and just tell them to turn on or turn off. And if you forgot to turn off a light and you were in bed...no getting up. just tell it to turn off. You can also schedule them to turn off or on while you aren't home. Same thing with smart plugs...you can tell them to start your kettle or whatever you want.

[@christiedecker2724]

My house was built on the 70's too and it's the same way! I don't have your skills, but wish I did...to hire someone is too expensive for SSDI.

[@MiscMitz]

Loads of fun

[@kenjewell5619]

Interesting to see the difference between US and UK wiring regulations. UK would not permit cables to be joined with twist on joints, ours have to be screw terminal junctions. I know the US use the twist connections a lot and they look very easy to use. We follow IEEE regulations here I assume the USA has something similar?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

The twist on “wire nuts” as we call them, are not only permitted, they are required!

[@b.t.h.9568]

Bro, you look like Walter from the Big Lebowski!!!! Great vid. Thanks

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Is there a movie? Never seen it.

[@ronjeffery1]

Good work! Just one question. Do you need 2 12/3 wires for the future 3-way switch or just 1?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

I am planning on two 3-way switches, one for each light. You need one 12/3 wire for each switch.

[@ronjeffery1]

@@LiveSimpleLiveFree OK, I see. That makes sense. Thanks for the explanation!

[@candaceaustin4258]

We live in a home with 1 plugin per bedroom and 2 plugs in large kitchen. So understand. 2 lite switches in kitchen & one does not work. Can be a bit frustrating.

[@darrenw2803]

To save yourself from buying a full sheet of drywall, go to different construction sites to see if the have scrap drywall they are throwing out. I am sure they'll let you have a few pieces

[@francisagosh2175]

Do you show how to replace an electric socket that goes from a two prong plug to a three prong plug?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

I don't believe I've done a video like that, no.

[@sharon4364]

Good project. Ok when there's just a couple changes to make. Explains why it's hard to hire someone to do piecework like this.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Yup, this job is way too small for most contractors to touch, unless it's a "handyman" business.

[@pennymetcalf2060]

bill great video how too thanks ps hows dad doing xxxxxxxxx from nova scotia canada

[@Petrochemtester]

Just curious, why not 14 gauge? Adding receptacles?

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

The existing wire was 12.

[@DamionBordelon]

I think it be pretty rad if jenjobi made a master override which allowed him to enter another dimension where...stay with me...instead of not enough light switches, he found himself in a world where the rooms had an excess of switches BUT not enough power haha

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

???? Sorry, you lost me

[@davep5972]

Man it would do my ocd in socket a bit on the wonky side bill

[@galemartin3277]

👍👍👍

[@stanmashek3085]

good job fixing your sheetrock

[@JanesDough855]

Older homes do not have enough outlets either. My house has rooms on the first floor and second floor wired together. Who thinks of this stuff?

[@rainsofhealing]

Anyone else keep getting the same adverts over and over again no matter what your watching? Like this ilmakiage makeup. I don’t wear makeup and I wish they’d get a clue. Since deviltube seems to *somehow* delete my Christian comments, maybe they’ll read this one and knock it off with the same advertising for months on end. Oh, and great video Bill and Elizabeth! Sorry for the rant. I’m so tired of THEIRTube!! God bless you

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

You will see the same ads EVERYWHERE, no matter where you go! You Tube, Facebook, Cable TV, Hulu... everywhere.

[@rainsofhealing]

Live Simple, Live Free it’s the beast system I guess. I’m not on other social media’s (hardly) so thanks for sharing that info!!! Love you guys!!! Looking forward to meeting you in heaven!

[@afreaka22]

Another horrible waste of time video. You honestly couldn't take 30 seconds to explain why you were connecting wires and wait to explain afterwards that they were dummy connections? Smh

[@StarS-kn3yf]

Oh please DROP that beat neck music! NOT a dance show Bill!!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Someone else just comment about what "Sweet" music that is to work to! No matter what I do, someone loves it, and someone else hates it, LOL 😊

[@judithgash5184]

I like that music!!!!!!!!

[@mistieseverydaylife4705]

@@LiveSimpleLiveFree I think it’s just fine...She could of kept that comment to herself but there’s always one ☝️ lol 😂 love you guys, especially pops!