How to Tell if Light Switches are On or Off | Finnley Electrical

It’s easy to take light switches for granted. We flip them on and off so many times a day that we don’t even think about it. But have you ever stopped to wonder how they work? And more importantly, how can you tell if they’re on or off?In this blog post, our electricians answer those questions and more. We’ll also give you a few tips on how to troubleshoot light switch problems and what to keep in mind if you are getting new lights installed in your home. So whether you’re a new homeowner trying to figure out the basics or an experienced handyman who wants to brush up on your skills, read on for everything you need to know about light switches!How Light Switches WorkLight switches are simple devices that control the flow of electricity to lights in your home. They have two basic properties: The light turns on or off each time one of the switches is flipped. So if it’s on, flipping either switch turns it off, and then flipping the other will turn it on again. Second, the lights are off...