Yes, you should always have a professional electrician install your light switches. An electrician will ensure that your project is done accurately, safely and effectively, whether it is repairing an old or defective switch, installing a switch to operate a freshly wired fixture, upgrading to a light switch with unique capabilities or just switching out switches to fit a new color scheme.

Single-Pole Switch: This switch is your basic general-purpose switch and is regarded as the "workhorse" of switches. It is used to operate a light, outlet or other device from a single location. Single-pole toggle switches frequently have "on and off" marks that other switches do not have.

Three-Way Switch: Three-way switches are always used in groups of two. They provide control of a light or receptacle from two distinct points in the space, such as two separate entryways. Because the locations of these switches vary as they are utilized, they cannot have on/off marks.

Double-Pole Switch: The double-pole switch is most commonly used in industrial settings, although it may also be found in home electrical systems. A double-pole switch, like the single-pole switch explained above, has on/off indications and controls equipment or fixtures from a single position. A double-pole switch, however, also contains four hot brass terminals as well as a ground terminal.

Other frequently used switches, in addition to the three primary home switches described above, include:

Light Dimmer / Stepless Regulator: Used to control or adjust the speed of a fan or, in some cases, the intensity of light from brilliant to dim. Previously existing regulators rotated in steps, each step signifying a different degree of fan speed, but the Light Dimmer/Stepless Regulator allows you to freely rotate it without any stages or levels.

Bell Push Switch: A doorbell is linked to a Bell Push switch. When the switch is pressed, the bell linked to it rings. It may be utilized in homes, offices or any other location where it is needed.