Abstract: A wire release tool includes first and second working ends for releasing stripped conductors from electrical switches, wall outlets, lighting fixtures, receptacles and other electrical devices of the types which include a spring-biased detent tongue for engaging the stripped conductor. Electrical devices of this type generally include a socket for receiving the stripped conductor and an opening of either circular or rectangular shape to afford access to the detent tongue. The wire release tool includes a central metal core having first and second ends, a metal pin extending longitudinally from the first end and a metal blade extending longitudinally from the second end. The metal pin includes a working end of uniformly circular cross-section having a diameter substantially equal to the diameter of the circular access opening of such electrical devices.