How To Add A Light Fixture To A Room. Drill a pilot hole through the ceiling where you would like to install your ceiling electrical box. Having access to install the electrical power source is the key component when adding a light fixture. This method of control can be provided using a remote control module for a ceiling fan and light fixture.
Wiring a ceiling light fixture electrical question. Placing the fixture and light switch choose the area of the ceiling where you want to place the light fixture. Start by mounting the fixture strap to the box. In this diagram two new light fixtures are added to one that already exists.
Check that there is no power running through the wires with a circuit tester.
New 2 wire cable is run from the existing light fixture box to the first new box. When originally built they installed a switch as you walk into the bedrooms but that powers a receptacle in that room not a ceiling light. In the new homes in this area they no longer install an overhead light in the bedrooms. Turn off all power supply to the room in which you will be working. Insert a wire through the hole up to the attic.