change a corded switch to a NEON corded switch

[johnst]

In a bathroom I have a non neon corded switch which operates extractor fan.

I would like to change this to a NEON corded switch in bathroom.

Is this a job for a qualified electrician or is it a straightforward job for DIYer?

 

[amlu]

simple job for an electrician, but there is possibility of things getting seriously bad when not done properly.

 

[Wilko]

Changing a light switch is straight forward, but there are many ways to go horribly wrong. Bathrooms are considered a special location due to increased risks from electricity and so for your safety, I would recommend an electrician. While they are there you might ask them to take a look at any other things you may need. All the best, David.

 

[mhar]

Neon corded light switches aren't the easiest to get hold of. I have a stash of crabtree retractive pull cord switches which I connect between fan l and fan switched l which activates the fan for the pre-set time period (usually between 1-20 mins). Being retractive switches the fan cannot be left on accidentally.
As others have stated, safest to get an electrician in to advise and sort

 

[Marshall Elec]

In my opinion, the sole fact you have to come and ask if you can do it, to me means you probably shouldn't. It could end up costing you a lot more if you try and it goes wrong, and i don't just mean money. Surely its worth paying up to £50 to have it done properly?

 

[telectrix]

another consideration is that there's probability of there not being a Neutral at the switch, in which case the neon will not work.