How can I reduce a shock when I touch lightswitch?

Answer 1

try to discharge the shock elsewhere before touching it.. or try not dragging your feet if your on a carpet.. it happens to me a lot when i'm getting out of a car

Answer 2

I've read a lot of answers reflecting on static electricity however, if your talking about getting shocked when touching the switch, you need to make sure the ground is right. also, your switch may be bad and needs to be replaced. If your getting this kind of shock, it's a short in your wiring. Always start with your electric off at the breaker or fuse and then install your ground first, even when you are installing a new anything. good luck.

Answer 3

Eurydice is right. That static electicity is going to build up no matter what and only draining it off by contacting a metal surface will do. In the winter time, dry air makes the static build much more than in a more humid environment. You could try touching the nearest available person thereby sharing the experience. You know, have a little fun with it.

Answer 4

If you get a humidifier, that will make more moisture in the air, and will reduce static. Also you could get some static guard, and spray the rug, or your clothing. Or touch it with the back of your hand first, instead of your fingers. Won't snap as much.

Answer 5

If this is the only switch you have trouble with, it needs grounded. You may already have the wires in the box behind the switch to do this, but the switch may not have a grounding terminal on it. Need to check behind the switch to find out. You can buy a new switch with a ground connection if you have the wires already there in the box.

Answer 6

don't drag your feet across the carpet first

Answer 7

TURN THE ELECTRICITY OFF