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Don’t let short electrical wires cramp your DIY project. Splice in extra wire in a few seconds using easy push-in connectors.
Electricians should leave at least six inches of wire in wall boxes, which will provide enough length to install a new switch or outlet. When they don’t, it makes stripping wires and getting solid connections a difficult task.
Wire nuts are effective for connecting wires, but sometimes the wire is to short to get a proper connection. Using the push-in connectors, you simply push the bare end of a wire into the connector and a spring clip will hold it in place. Insert the bare end of your jumper wire and you’ve got an instant connection.
Watch the video at the link below for a basic demonstration of how to lengthen your wires.
Dealing with electrical wires that are too short | Family Handyman
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