How To Remove A Plastic Ceiling Light Box

A plastic ceiling light box is a common type of light fixture in homes and offices. They are relatively easy to remove, but there are a few things you need to keep in mind to do it safely and correctly.

Before you start, you will need the following tools:

Screwdriver
Ladder
Safety glasses
Gloves

Once you have your tools, follow these steps to remove a plastic ceiling light box:

Turn off the power to the light fixture at the circuit breaker or fuse box. This is important to do for safety reasons.
Remove the light bulbs from the fixture. To do this, simply unscrew the bulbs counterclockwise.
Remove the screws that are holding the light fixture in place. These screws are usually located on the sides of the fixture.
Carefully pull the light fixture down from the ceiling. Be careful not to damage the wires that are connected to the fixture.
Disconnect the wires from the light fixture. To do this, simply unscrew the wire nuts that are connecting the wires.
Remove the old light fixture. Once the wires are disconnected, you can simply remove the old light fixture from the ceiling.
Install the new light fixture. To do this, simply reverse the steps above.
Turn on the power to the light fixture at the circuit breaker or fuse box.

Here are a few additional tips for removing a plastic ceiling light box:

If the light fixture is heavy, you may need to get someone to help you remove it.
Be careful not to drop the light fixture when you are removing it from the ceiling.
If you are not comfortable removing the light fixture yourself, you can always call an electrician to do it for you.