Building plans may have measurements that indicate on center top or even bottom of box measurements.
How high are light switches on the wall.
What is the best way to check if there is a box in the ceiling short of putting a hole in the ceiling.
When installing switches in a workshop some woodworkers put them 52 inches from the floor so they can.
There are a couple of advantages to this.
I have a light switch on my wall in my living room and bedroom.
First it puts the switch at a comfortable height for most people in a standing position.
Most electrical switches are mounted at a height of 44 to 46 inches from the bottom of the electrical box to the top of the finished floor.
The height from the floor to the middle of the switch plate should not exceed 48 inches and the minimum height should not be less than 15 inches.
By installing the electrical switches and outlets receptacles at the same height as the rest of the home you are creating uniformity and uniformity will make the addition or finishing look like it belongs.
Unfortunately there is no obvious light fixture either place and the switches do not control any outlets.
The ideal light switch height is 48 inches from the floor.
Builders generally use this standard since this height can be reached as comfortably from the standing position as from the sitting.
When the switch is over a counter that has a knee space and the counter depth exceeds 20 inches the maximum height of a switch is reduced to 44 inches.
Hopefully this gave you some ideas on how high to mount a light switch.
I know i could call an electrician and may if i find out there is a box.
Installing electrical boxes for light switches and wall outlets installing electrical boxes for light switches the average height for light switches is 46 inches from the floor to the center of the switch box.
Additionally at least one wall switch controlled lighting outlet must provide illumination on the exterior side of outdoor entrances or exits with grade level access.