Here are some of the most common causes of flickering lights in a house and how to identify them. Pattern: One light flickering Probable Cause: You have a bad bulb or the bulb is loose in its socket. Just remember to turn off the light before removing or adjusting the bulb to prevent burning or shocking yourself.
Pattern: Lights flicker when a large appliance powers on Probable Cause: Large home appliances add considerable load to your central circuit breaker, which can cause lights to flicker throughout the house, just as the bathroom light might dim or flicker when you switch on your hairdryer.
Loose connections are a fire hazard, so call an electrician ASAP to come evaluate your electrical system. Compare notes with your neighbors and then contact the electrical company to report the problem. Even if the flickering seems harmless, it could be a sign of a more serious underlying issue with your electrical wiring that could present a dangerous fire hazard to your home.
Particularly if the flickering increases or changes in any way, call your electrician for an inspection just to be safe. Flickering lights are the result of a reduction or a fluctuation in total household voltage that results in the lights dimming for a moment.
Abrupt changes in voltage from low to high can damage electronics and in rare cases cause an electrical fire. Understanding some of the most common issues will help you know what to do to solve the problem. Some level of simple troubleshooting and repairing might be effective. For example if a dimmer switch is suspected, try replacing an LED bulb with a traditional incandescent bulb to see if that solves the problem. If you issue falls under the bigger electrical issue category then you may need a professional electrician to inspect it further.
Lights flickering in your house from these electrical system problems often trace back to loose wires and may become a dangerous fire hazard. The sooner you take care of any loose wiring, the better. We already mentioned that your air conditioning and other appliances can cause a temporary voltage drop , resulting in flickering lights.
Often, you do not need to worry about this issue. Even a well-designed electrical system can experience this on occasion. However, suppose the lights flicker in your house continuously, unexpectedly, or even after turning the appliances off. In that case, more significant issues with your electrical current may be to blame, such as an overloaded circuit.
Flickering lights from a circuit overload can be an early warning sign of danger. Still affected by flickering lights in your home? First, you need to call a professional to diagnose your electrical problem. However, what happens next can vary depending on the cause. Sometimes, the problem might originate outside your home at the main service cable connection or meter box. However, it can also develop inside your home with your main electrical panel or your wiring.
If your home's wiring is to blame, you may need to add a circuit or breaker box that can handle higher electrical loads. If the fluctuating electrical current comes from the high-capacity wires or service connection outside your home, though, it may be your electrical company's responsibility.
Again, an expert electrician can help you track down which area is to blame. When you need advice about home contracting or home improvement, Phyxter can provide the advice you need.
We have offices in the North and Central Okanagan region for your convenience. Don't hesitate to call us at with any questions about the lights flickering in your house. When you hire Phyxter Home Services for your electrical needs, you can count on exceptional service and affordable prices. This article was written by Logan Mullin. Click here to connect with Logan on Linkedin. Vernon Air Conditioning has recently expanded its services to include Electrical.
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