How To Fish Electrical Wire (The Easy Way)

Fishing wire through tight spaces can be tricky—but with the right tips and tools, it gets a whole lot easier. In this video, we walk you through a few proven methods for pulling wire using nylon pull string, washers or nuts, magnets, and even solid-core electrical wire. You’ll also learn how to keep your connections secure with extension cable lengths that make installation smoother and more reliable.

Whether you’re a DIYer or a professional installer, these simple tricks will save you time, frustration, and make your wire fishing projects go much more smoothly.

🔧 What you’ll learn in this video:

How to use pull string, washers, and magnets to grab and guide wire

Why taping the string makes it easier to handle and pull

A backup method using 12-gauge solid core wire

How to use two hooked wires to “catch” each other

Choosing the right extension cable length to prevent setbacks during installation

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