Title: How to Cut Drywall To Run Electrical Wires
Headings: How to Cut Drywall To Run Electrical Wires
How to Cut Drywall To Run Electrical Wires
What You'll Need
Equipment / Tools
Materials
Instructions
Preparing for Cuts
Turn Off the Power
Protect Room From Drywall Dust
Pinpoint the Wire
More Tricks of the Trade
Small Runs: Cut Between Alternating Studs
Make Long, Narrow Cuts
Find Studs
Drill Holes
Fish Wire
Larger Runs: Cutting Entire Walls
Using a Multi-Tool
Snap Lines
Cut Wall for Access
Final Step: Patch the Drywall
Create Patches
Bevel Cut Patch Method
Glue Backer Supports
Compound the Patches

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What You'll Need
Equipment / Tools
Voltage tester
Stud finder
Drywall jab saw
Chalk line
Circular saw
Multi-tool (optional)
Fish tape
Hot glue
Materials
Plastic sheeting/drop cloth
Painter's tape or electrical tape
Drywall for patching
Paper drywall tape
Drywall compound tape
Backer supports
Medium-grit sandpaper
Fine sanding sponge (optional)
Instructions
Preparing for Cuts
Walls can contain electrical wires, plumbing pipes, insulation, cross-bracing, and construction debris. First and foremost before cutting, protect yourself first by wearing eye, hearing, and breathing protection before cutting into the wall. Turn Off the Power
Whenever working with cutting tools, closed spaces, and electrical wire, the first rule is always to turn off the electrical circuit that supplies power to that area. Shut off all power to that area of your home, even if you think that the wall has no wires. This is vitally important because the process of locating the electrical wire can often be hit-or-miss. Protect Room From Drywall Dust
Erect a dust barrier from floor to ceiling using plastic sheeting and painter's tape to reduce drywall dust when cutting. Lay down a drop cloth under the cutting area that will be rolled up and discarded after the project is completed. Pinpoint the Wire
Construction professionals use scanners with radar technology to locate hidden wires. A conventional stud finder will not locate wires but it will help you locate studs, which is valuable information that can help you find the wire without the need for a scanner.