Converting 1 Outlet Into 2

Converting 1 Outlet Into 2

WAGO 221 Kit: https://amzn.to/2XjoLPp
You can often easily expand 1 duplex outlet into 2 with as little as $10 and 1 hour of your time. I will walk you through the entire process start to finish helping make it safely through this project.

Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:19 Removing Old Single Outlet
2:57 Cutting Larger Hole For New 2 Gang Old Work Box
4:43 Installing 2 Gang Old Work Box
5:14 Review of Electrical Parts Needed
8:15 Wiring The New Outlets
9:44 Wrap Up

Parts Used
WAGO 221 Kit: https://amzn.to/2XjoLPp
Old Work 2 Gang Box: https://amzn.to/3tX6L9D
Legrand Commercial Grade Outlet: https://amzn.to/3dqxnaO
12/2 Roex (25'): https://amzn.to/3lwxN3y


Tools Every Weekend Warrior Needs
Makita Corless Drill Combo Kit:  https://amzn.to/2Jsw78j
Dewalt Drill Bit Set:  https://amzn.to/2w0xAA4
Dewalt Screwdriver Bit Set:  https://amzn.to/2UqTvK9
Craftsman Screwdriver Set: https://amzn.to/3bAsNEG
Eklind Allen Wrench Set:  https://amzn.to/2wKDu8M
Pliers (4-Piece Set):  https://amzn.to/2JlYUM7
Milwaukee Fastback Utility Knife:  https://amzn.to/2WFZOgt
Stanley Tape Measure:  https://amzn.to/2WPzr5K
Studbuddy Stud Finder:  https://amzn.to/38MdzfV
Johnson Torpedo Level:  https://amzn.to/3dzx5Ot
Stanley Hammer:  https://amzn.to/39tudPL
Buck Bros Wood Chisel Set:  https://amzn.to/2QTebYO
Klein Voltage Tester: https://amzn.to/2XMa1I2 
Klein Outlet Tester:  https://amzn.to/39GyO33
Milwaukee Wire Strippers: https://amzn.to/2Z1jH2J 
Little Giant Ladder: https://amzn.to/2UrFmfG

DISCLAIMER: This video and description contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission.

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