{"id":747,"date":"2021-07-01T19:20:27","date_gmt":"2021-07-01T19:20:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cohesivehomes.com\/?p=747"},"modified":"2021-07-01T19:21:27","modified_gmt":"2021-07-01T19:21:27","slug":"extend-splice-wire-without-junction-boxes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cohesivehomes.com\/extend-splice-wire-without-junction-boxes","title":{"rendered":"How to Extend and Splice Electrical Wire Without Junction Boxes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Regardless of whether you are trying to add a new light fixture in your garage or are simply adding an outlet somewhere in your home, there is a chance that you are going to need to connect certain wires, extend a few cords, or reconnect your circuit. In this case, you may find yourself having to do some splicing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must be able to perform this basic electrical fix safely and efficiently. That way, you can save time, money, and protect yourself against electrical problems. If you are trying to complete this DIY project, you need to have the right tools and materials. Then, you have to follow the appropriate safety procedures. What are a few critical points you need to keep in mind? Make sure you keep yourself, your loved ones, and your property safe from harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Safety Must Come First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first thing you need to do is make sure you can do this safely. Therefore, before you do anything else, you have to turn off the power to your home<\/strong>. You either need to shut down a specific circuit or remove power from the entire house. Then, you should use a non-contact voltage tester to make sure the electricity is actually off before you decide to touch a wire:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In addition, if you decide to splice some wires together, you have to make sure you have junction boxes available<\/strong>. These come in various shapes and sizes, so you have to think about completing the project. Then, you should make sure you have the appropriate junction box to make sure your splice <\/a>is safe. If you need help figuring out which junction boxes best for you, reach out to your local hardware store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, before you start, you also need to make sure the wires you are putting together have the same gauge and number of wires. That way, they can quickly and efficiently transfer electricity to each other. You cannot join wires that are not the same gauge, as you are going to run into some serious electrical problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does it Mean To Splice a Wire?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are splicing wires together, you combine two separate lengths of wire so that they can carry a current for you<\/strong>. There are many ways you can splice wires together. In some cases, you may simply use a few wire caps. In other cases, you may try to solder them together. You might use a wire cap or nut<\/a> if you are working with smaller wires; however, you may decide to use a butt splice if you are working with larger wires. What are the pros and cons of each method? There are several steps to follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Method 1: The Strip and Splice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first option is to strip the wires and then splice them. Wires come with insulation around them. Before you splice them together, you may decide to strip the insulation. To complete this method, the steps you need to follow include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n