Need someone to repair a light

Rustin noticed today that we have one of our outdoor lights just hanging by the wires. Possibly from vandalism. I’m not 100% sure, but I believe it is outside the west door. Could I get someone to volunteer to get that put back up with a couple of screws? Yes, I’m asking someone to screw it up.

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It might have been whacked while moving materials into the space. Does it still power on?

No idea. I’d hope that if it were damaged by a member, they’d let us know.

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I’m assuming that was an old recessed light fixture. Does that act as a junction box? I’ve seen a lot of porch lights just screwed to the siding but I was under the impression there should have been a junction box behind them. Ami incorrect?

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There’s a real possibility the screws just worked their way loose over time. I don’t think there’s reason/need to believe it was struck.

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However it happened…we just need it reattached.

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You do need a box. Be an easy fix to add one there. Downside is fixture will be about an 1.5" lower, but still necessary.

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I don’t think it would be too tough to put in a recessed box.

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How many makers does it take to fix a lightbulb…

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Only one. But you’ll have to wait until October when it’s below 90F!

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I’d be happy if someone would put a couple of screws in it to hold it until someone gets around to the junction box. And I believe the old recessed fixture just has a flat piece over it, so I wouldn’t be surprised if there’s plenty of room for a box.

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I’ll put two in it either tonight or early tomorrow. Looks like the previous two just pulled out or fell out.

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Thanks, man. Saves me 3 trips. A trip there, a trip up the ladder, and a trip to the hospital when I fall off and break my leg.

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Are there j boxes in the garage?

We had a couple of them collected for wiring the press and cutter, but the contractor didn’t need them. Not sure where they are in there, but they should be around somewhere.

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The shelves in the garage have a section of electrical stuff. A lot leftover from all of the work done to the building. Step in the room, turn right, should be the first or second bay.

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Guaranteed 5yr or 5mph wind, which ever comes first.

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Thanks, Michael!

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