How to Wire A Smart Switch // Smart Home Basics

Today we are going to look at how to wire in a smart switch to your house. Some people are intimidated by dealing with their house's wiring, but fear not! It is not as hard as most people think. In today's video we discuss the advantages of smart switches, I share some safety tips, show you how to wire in the switch in a demo environment, and finally how I actually wired in a smart switch in my basement. ❓What future topics would you like me to cover??❓ ▶ Buy Me A Beer 🍻: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ThisSmartHouse ⁉ Have a Question? Join our Discord Server 💬: https://tshouse.link/discord ▶ Timestamps 00:00 - Opening 00:37 - Smart Switch vs Smart Bulbs 03:17 - Part 1: Safety 03:23 - Part 1.1 Check Your Local Regulations 04:07 - Part 1.2: All Examples are North American 05:08 - Part 2: Test Your Circuit 07:51 - Part 3: Installing the Switch (Demo) 16:08 - Note on GE Switches 17:33 - Part 4: Mount in Wall ▶ Links in Video: (I use Rebrand.ly for my URL shortening) My Electrical Tools: https://tshouse.link/etools ▶ Product Links: (When available, we use affiliate links and may earn a commission!) GE Z-wave Dimmer Switch: https://amzn.to/2WQjmyU GE Z-wave Relay Switch: https://amzn.to/2WNqfBe GE Z-wave Fan Controller: https://amzn.to/38wX7k5 Advanced Raspberry Pi Kit (Kit.co): https://tshouse.link/advkit Getting Started Home Assistant Gear (Kit.co): https://tshouse.link/kitha My Main Home Automation Gear (Kit.co): https://tshouse.link/homekit My Z-Wave Home Automation Gear (Kit.co): https://tshouse.link/zwave ▶ Get a One-Month Trial of Great Music for Creators: https://tshouse.link/sound ▶ Website: https://thissmart.house #smarthome #diy #smarttech