How to Wire 4-Way Switches

This video demonstrates how to wire a four-way switch setup, including connecting hot wires, travelers, and three-way switches. The process is explained step-by-step, showing the key steps to ensure correct wiring for controlling a light from multiple locations.

Last updated March 11, 2025
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This lesson covers the process of installing a four-way switch setup, which is ideal for controlling a light from multiple entrances to a room. Starting with the basics, the video shows how to wire a hot side, run travelers to a four-way switch, and connect everything to the final three-way switch. The creator walks through the necessary tools and materials, demonstrates proper techniques for twisting wires, and explains key wiring principles such as identifying common screws and leg conductors. The video emphasizes the importance of correct wiring to avoid issues like improper light switching and provides troubleshooting tips if things aren’t wired correctly. The detailed instructions also touch on the use of plates on the four-way switch, which eliminates the need for bending hooks. Whether you’re new to electrical work or looking to refine your skills, this video provides a clear and practical guide to installing a four-way switch system.

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Electrician U was founded by Dustin, a Master Electrician from Austin, Texas. He created Electrician U in 2016 by making training videos on YouTube and Instagram, so anyone out there who sought deeper knowledge of the craft had access to it. Teaching from the field has always been Dustin’s passion and to this day he enjoys teaching apprentices and journeyman the same way he learned, with a pair of Klein’s in his calloused hands, and a tool belt strapped around his waist.
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