Installing dimmer switches (single pole)

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This video covers everything you need to know to replace a switch with a dimmer switch. Be careful, and enjoy!

0:00 Intro
0:43 What to buy
1:45 Tools needed
3:02 Methods of wire connections
3:15 Screw method
3:47 Quick or Push Connections
4:10 Wire Nuts
5:58 Wiring info and concept
6:39 Wiring diagram
7:29 Identifying wires from wall
8:04 Testing your wires
9:05 Tricks for breaker panel
10:05 Remove switch
11:23 Install LED dimmer switch
12:31 Tune dimmer for LEDs
13:07 Recap

Cheap Dimmer Switch: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Lutron-Skylark-Single-Pole-White-Slide-Light-Dimmer/50401142

Nice LED dimmer switch: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Lutron-Lumea-Single-Pole-White-LED-Slide-Light-Dimmer/1000524445

Non-contact Voltage Testers:
1. Harbor Freight: https://www.harborfreight.com/non-contact-voltage-tester-63919.html
2. Klein: https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-NCVT-1-Non-Contact-Indicator/dp/B001UAHZAM/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=non+contact+voltage+tester+klein&qid=1609182753&sr=8-4

3. Wire Nuts: https://www.harborfreight.com/158-piece-wire-connector-assortment-67520.html?cid=paid_google|||67520&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&utm_content=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvYn6uLPx7QIVYeW1Ch1JagdpEAQYBCABEgKk1_D_BwE

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