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

Content: Rather, you want to remove the smallest section of drywall possible, while maintaining a large enough opening to insert tools and hands. However, sometimes you'll need to cut drywall across an entire room to adequately run wires. Handling the electrical wiring takes priority over the aesthetics of cutting into drywall, but it helps to know the best ways to minimize the damage you'll inevitably inflict on the walls to run the wire. Understanding the nature of drywall, studs, and electrical wire and how they interact lets you push through this side project with greater ease. It's also important to note that most electrical work, including running new wires, requires an electrical permit in most communities. If you are uncomfortable tackling DIY electrical wiring projects, it is always best to hire an electrician. 8 Electrical Testers Used by Electricians
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.