How to Install a Dimmer Switch for Any Type of Light Fixture

To install a dimmer safely, first confirm your fixture is dimmable and note its wattage, then choose a dimmer compatible with your bulb type (incandescent, LED, or CFL) and load. Gather tools, power off at the main breaker, and verify wires with a tester. Remove the old switch, connect the dimmer’s hot lead to the…







