Light Fixture Troubleshooting Tips
If you have light fixtures that suddenly flicker sporadically or do not work as intended, here are some good troubleshooting procedures from easy to more involved:
- Check for loose light bulbs that can be tightened.
- Make sure you are not using non-dimmable lightbulbs with a dimmer switch.
- Replace damaged light fixture that may have damaged light sockets from years of replacing light bulbs. Be sure to turn off circuit at circuit breaker before inspecting or working.
- Replace damaged light switch. Also be sure to turn off circuit at circuit breaker before inspecting or working.
- Call a certified home electrical technician for assistance. The Condo Maintenance & Improvement page has some owner recommended vendors.
