Replace Broken Pull String Light Fixture

I had a very old 1960s light fixture in a closet with the metal pull string which broke off.
It is very high up and out of reach. Since the string broke off we could no longer turn on the
light.
I unscrewed the base and looked around but it involved electrical work. I know nothing
about electrical work and didn't want to risk electrocuting myself or doing more damage.
I found this simple solution which allowed me to use the existing base while adding
a remote light switch on the wall. I can now easily turn the light off and on.
Updated 12/28/22

[@allanjeong]

I re-attached the pull chain to the socket and saved the cost of having to buy a whole new pull chain socket. To do that, turn off the circuit breaker to the light, take the entire socket down and then pull out three small screws to pull out the switch. Then slide the end of chain in between the metal clips that secure the chain to the switch. Use pliers to carefully pinch the two metal clips together to keep the chain secured to the switch. Take pictures to make sure you know where all the screws, switch, bulb socket, and metal connectors are positioned so that you can put it all back together correctly.

[@DinoRivera]

thanks for the tip. I just didn't want to deal with an antiquated pull string anymore

[@meanmugfan]

Youre right, @Allen Jeonh, It's not hard at all, really. Maybe a 10 minute job at most. But if you're not confident, there's nothing wrong with a work around. Know your limits 👌🏾

[@GTSTWINCAM16]

That’s what we came here to see….video title is misleading

[@GTSTWINCAM16]

That’s what we came here to see….video title is misleading

[@DinoRivera]

@@GTSTWINCAM16 thanks for the feedback. I'll rename the title.

[@kareng164]

Thank you so...much! I am going to buy one this week and be done with the pull string nightmare. I'm also so relieved that we dont need an electrician. I just love youtube! 😅

[@hickesy69]

Thank you, this is great

[@DinoRivera]

thanks for the view

[@theloneleopard3095]

YEAH BUT the light is OFF

[@marcywine8036]

thank you!

[@clairem3543]

Thank you!

[@pricewilliams1398]

What do you do when the string came out when the light was off?! You have to be able to turn the light on in order for this adapter to work.

[@DinoRivera]

I'm not an electrician and scared to mess around. You could probably turn off at the main breaker if you know which circuit it is. This adapter just screws in like a light bulb so no hassle for me.

[@adammitry6011]

​@@DinoRivera k

[@bernadettephelan2173]

Well mine wouldn't work for a closet. So i tried it across the hallway in another pull light fixture in a closet and it worked. What next??

[@c.brannan1782]

I’ve got one that the bulb doesn’t work in. I purchased another one and the bulb doesn’t work in it either. Both sockets have power and the bulbs work in other light sockets but not in the pull chain socket. It’s the dangdest thing I’ve seen. Anyone have any idea why the bulbs don’t work in this particular light socket? The light bulb that was in it worked fine but the new one doesn’t.

[@lawaincooley6788]

I didn't know that existed!!

[@anaya3148]

LITERALLY WHAT HAPPENED TO ME

[@walersondocarmo3581]

Thx

[@awkb777]

thnx

[@TheEquestrianLily]

Thank you !!!

[@marthadiaz7600]

⁠@DinoRivera stupid question/comment this happened but I can’t remember if the light was on or off! Ordered the product you suggested, it has arrived. Does it matter if the light was off or on??

[@DinoRivera]

I don’t think it matters if it was on or off, as long as it was wired for electricity, it should still be ‘hot’.

[@marthadiaz7600]

@@DinoRivera thank you

[@DinoRivera]

@@marthadiaz7600 good luck

[@marthadiaz7600]

@DinoRivera Thank you I think I am going to need it! I’ll let you know how it goes!!!☺️

[@madisoncrenshaw6605]

@@marthadiaz7600how did it go?

[@taanantgettleman8670]

what is the link ? can i put the switch outside or its mandatory inside ?

[@DinoRivera]

here's the link to the product on Amazon. it's called Wireless Remote Control Light Switch: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016N7VNJ0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@iambrianroberts]

@@DinoRivera Thank you for sharing this. Also thank you for uploading this video and content. I greatly appreciate you!!!

[@marthadiaz7600]

@DinoRivera Bought product can’t remember if light was off or on. Does that matter?

[@BEliteAST]

What is the link???

[@DinoRivera]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016N7VNJ0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@ingridfigueroa7401]

i dont see the link?

[@DinoRivera]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016N7VNJ0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@THE-PRO-ULITMATE-FOODIE]

Bro help I’m renting a house I accidentally did that plz I can’t order that

[@DinoRivera]

You can buy the part from Amazon . At the end of the video I show what I ordered

[@THE-PRO-ULITMATE-FOODIE]

Okay thanks

[@DinoRivera]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016N7VNJ0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@FranciscoZavala-wh4jm]

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[@tylerbernier9310]

Buying something on Amazon isn't fixing anything.

[@DinoRivera]

As a non handy person, I’m still proud that I found a solution to a problem. Thanks for watching