Push-in connectors are a great alternative to wire nuts when you are tight on space.
It's standard practice for electricians to leave at least six inches of wire in wall boxes. That way, you've got enough slack to install a new outlet or switch. But if you're short on wire in a wall box, these push-in connectors allow you to splice in extra wire and are an easy alternative to wire nuts. Waterproof Relays
After opening up a wall box and finding just a an inch or two of wire, your best bet is to connect an extra length of wire so you've got something you can easily work with. Wire nuts are the best choice in this situation but they can take up valuable space when crammed inside an already tight wall box. Use push-in connectors which are spring loaded to hold each end of the wire in place. You just insert a bare end of wire and you're connected.
Check out this video from the Family Handyman for instructions on how to deal with short electrical wires.
Timothy is a lifelong DIY enthusiast who is fixated on smart home tech, beautiful tools, and wrenching on his FJ62 Land Cruiser. He’s the DIY editor at Popular Mechanics and also the founder of the home improvement site, Charles & Hudson, the Webby-nominated family site, Built by Kids, and Tool Crave. When not working, you’ll find him on his board or bike enjoying the LA weather with his family and friends. Follow him on Instagram and Twitter.
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