A flickering light may be a fire hazard, but in most cases, you are probably safe. Oftentimes, it is just annoying. If your porch light flickers, check out these helpful tips!
Solution
1. Turn off both the breaker and the switch.
2. Rotate the bulbs between fixtures to see if the problem has to do with the bulb or the light unit itself. If the fixture works with a different bulb, buy a new bulb and you are all set.
3. After replacing the bulb, check out the wires behind the fixture. In order to access the wires, unscrew the screws that hold the fixture up.
4. As you examine the wires, look for loose connections. These loose connections can result from severe storms and winds if the fixture was damaged. Tighten the connection if there appears to be a loose connection. Many times this is the problem and simple tightening can do the trick.
5. If there are no loose connections, replace the socket.
6. Check out the wire nuts and make sure they are secure.
Check the Timer
Still flickering? If you have a programmable timer, the problem may be with your programming. Check the settings to make sure they are correct. In addition, look at your surroundings. Perhaps the porch light is receiving vibrations from a heavy, slammed front door.
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