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How to Remove Recessed Light Fixture?

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2 2023-10-31T14:12:54+00:00

As you know, rooms can have discreet ceiling-level lighting only due to recessed lighting. However, sometimes the recessed lights might need to be taken out if a new lighting setup is preferred. Furthermore, few owners like me feel that it is better to remove recessed lights to save power usage. Recently, I have removed recessed lights from my kitchen. I can therefore help you out to know how to remove recessed light bulb easily.

How to Remove a Recessed Light Bulb?

In order to protect yourself and reduce the possibility of breaking the fixture, you should remove a recessed light bulb by following the below tips carefully. 

  • At the electric service panel, cut the power for the recessed lights. 

  • In case the bulb was used recently, let it cool down.

  • Turn the recessed light bulb counterclockwise to remove it. 

  • Lay a ladder underneath the downlight. 

  • Take off the light trim. 

  • Take out the housing for the recessed light by twisting it counterclockwise.

  • Flip open the spring clip or unscrew a door to access the little compartment on the bulb.

  • Turn the wire nuts anticlockwise to disconnect the electrical cables from the light. 

  • To remove the wires from the cable clamp, unscrew the retaining ring.

  • Insert the wire into the electrical ceiling box from the back. 

  • Twist a wire nut on each wire separately for terminating the connecting ends of the wires.

  • Use electrical tape to keep the wire nuts in place.

  • Now, the old-work box should be installed in the ceiling.

  • A manual screwdriver should be used to screw the blank plate onto the box.

  • Finally, turn on the circuit breaker to test the circuit.

Safety should always come first, and if you have any doubts at any point during the process, get expert assistance. I hope now you have an understanding of how to remove recessed light fixture.

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