Can I use a smart switch without a neutral wire?
Can I use a smart switch without a neutral wire? The answer is yes! you can install a smart light switch without a neutral and we provide you with several options so you can add smart lighting to your home or any home for that matter.
What happens if you don’t use neutral wire?
This is the out of balance current, and it’s one of the purposes of the neutral wire to carry it to the supply. Without the neutral wire, all sorts of instabilities occur in the system like unstable voltages, unexpected currents and even dangers of electric shock.
Do all smart switches require a neutral wire?
Almost every smart switch needs a neutral wire attached because they need to stay powered all the time. Without a neutral wire, there is a single circuit between the bulb, power source (or junction box), and light switch.
How much does it cost to pull a neutral wire?
Pre-Reno: Electrical fees to pull the neutral wire (without hacking) range between $100 to $160.