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Old 08-14-2024, 06:52 AM
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My doorbell button doesn't light up. It's 12 years old. Purchased a new button. Problem the circuit breaker box doesn't have a circuit breaker marked as doorbell. I know there is a tool that can be purchased to test if the line is still hot. I called Pike Electric & they will charge $150 to replace. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to be sure the line is dead, before proceeding. Thanks Barb
My doorbell is on the same circuit as my garage lights. I have a Ring, but you need a $20 transformer in the attic to make it ring the existing doorbell. You CAN use Alexa and/or the transformer but it is too much noise.
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