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Hi all - I want to replace my non-IC recessed lights with IC (and
preferable air tight) recessed lights. Is it possible to do this
without going into the attic? Also, is this a DIY job? I've swapped
out ceiling lights and have hung ceiling fans before and would like to
do this my self. It's all ready wired, so how difficult could it be?

Thanks in advance for your help!


If the existing recessed lights are the remodel type, then you should be
able remove them from below. However if they were installed before the
ceiling was installed, you will need to go up in the attic to remove them.
In that case you may find that the existing wiring may not be long enough to
reach the new IC remodel housings that you plan to install.

I don't know if there is such a thing as an airtight IC remodeling housing,
but you could install the new construction units from above though it will
be a lot more (Uncomfortable) work. You may be able to get airtight trims.

There is at least one manufacturer that puts out fireproof housings to go
over recessed light fixtures. You may want to look into something like that
to cover over your existing lights rather than rip them out. I can't
remember who makes them.