A quick demonstration on how to join up the electrical wire when cutting it and adding an extension. The method is called a Western Union Splice where you join two ends of the wire are twist it. Electrical wires are designed to carry current from one element to another. Most are made out of copper, which conducts electricity with very little resistance. Once you know how to splice electrical wire in your house, a world of possibilities is opened up.
Wire splicing allows you to remove or move a wall , add an outlet, move or add a ceiling light , refinish an existing space like a basement , tame dangling wires , and countless other activities. Working on electrical wires should be done with caution. Overextending circuits can lead to electrical problems and fires. Extending circuits can be done successfully.
Go to the end of the cable you want to extend. Identify the size of its conductors by reading the numbers on the outer insulation. Install an electrical apparatus box.
When working with electrical , you will run into a situation where someone didn’t leave enough slack inside the electrical box. The Family Handyman editor, Rick Muscoplat, shows you how to splice in jumper wires to give you the slack you need. Don’t let short electrical wires cramp your DIY project.