Hi all, I need to rewire a switched outlet (located at the normal height on the wall behind hutch in my photo). The three-way switches are located on the walls at the very left and right edge of the photo. I'll be installing a new box and chandelier in the middle of this room that will be switched. Looking for advice in particular on how best to run the cable and minimize the number of drywall holes I need to patch. There's no access from above. The ceiling joists run perpendicular to the stairs, so from the wall opening away, if that makes sense. I've got a cold air return vent there as well. Not sure how that might figure into things. Also, I want to make the existing outlet always hot. If somebody can point me to how to change the wiring, that would also be helpful. I have some electrical experience and several books, so not too worried about that. More worried about how to attack running the cable and minimizing drywall cuts. Appreciate any advice. Thanks! [img]https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.doityourselft.com-vbulletin/835x627/clight_fadba58786dcf6a0aa9cb0731f59bc2f217b6b16.jpg[/img]

My 3 year old Quit Cool Tri Pro 6.5 won't start. It worked last summer but today tried to use it for the first time and I hear a "clunck" when I turn the switch on and the light on the timer flashes. Like it tries to start and something kicks in and shuts it down. A fraction of a second, not long enough to open the louvers. I have not gotten up to the attic yet, just hoping to get some advice on what to look for. Could a bad capacitor cause this? ​​​​​​What should I look for while I'm up in the attic?