Mounting A Doorbell Transformer To A Wall

Locate your doorbell transformer.

Mounting a doorbell transformer to a wall.

The exterior wall where i want to install the doorbell has a power outlet on the other side of it. On one side the. Before you start do check that wall cavity to see if it has a cross member or fire block that would impede pushing the cable up the cavity. Doorbell transformers are usually tucked away along an exterior wall in your garage basement or attic.

Could i take my current single electrical box a double box put a transformer next to the outlet and just put a plate over it. It will be attached to the side of a wall mounted electrical junction box. The hot wire is the lead wire from the button and the neutral wire is the lead wire from the chime. Disconnect the three wires that connect the transformer to your home s.

Attach the doorbell wires to the front screws on the transformer. It will be in the general vicinity of your doorbell s typically close to the ceiling of that room. Once all of the wires are attached simply use the screw gun to reattach the new transformer in the same location on the wall joist. Now you can hear your friends dropping by to congratulate you on a job well done.

Turn off power at the circuit breaker and use a voltage tester to ensure no electricity is running through the. Take a photo of your existing transformer s wire connections so you remember their placement.