{"id":574,"date":"2020-08-31T11:00:32","date_gmt":"2020-08-31T15:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schererelectric.com\/blog\/?p=574"},"modified":"2025-11-12T06:50:20","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T11:50:20","slug":"my-light-bulbs-keep-burning-out-whats-wrong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schererelectric.com\/blog\/electrical\/my-light-bulbs-keep-burning-out-whats-wrong\/","title":{"rendered":"My Light Bulbs Keep Burning Out\u2014What\u2019s Wrong?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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How long to you expect the light bulbs in your house to continue burning before you need to replace them? It depends on the light bulb type. The standard incandescent bulb can burn for around 900 hours and usually will need a replacement after a year, or even less. LED bulbs can go for far longer, lasting for several years before a replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But when light bulbs seem to burn out at a rapid pace, regardless\nof type, it\u2019s a concern. Not only because you don\u2019t want to be putting in new light\nbulbs every month\u2014which is costly and annoying\u2014but because it may indicate troubles\nwith your electrical system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Clarence, NY electricians<\/a> can help repair whatever is going wrong. Below are some of the possibilities for his light bulb dilemma, but please don\u2019t attempt to guess at the problem and fix it yourself. This can be dangerous! Call us instead and we\u2019ll be happy to resolve the issue safely and effectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Wrong bulbs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is a simple user-error issue, but it\u2019s one we see too\noften. If you are putting a bulb that isn\u2019t rated high enough for the socket,\nit will burn out fast. Always check on the wattage for the socket and the light\nbulb to ensure they match. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fixture has loose connections<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If only one fixture in the house has the problem of the\npremature death of light bulbs, there may be a wiring problem with the fixture.\nIf the bulbs in this fixture often flicker, and trying to tighten the bulb in\nthe fixture doesn\u2019t remedy the issue, the fixture might have corroded contacts.\nThis isn\u2019t a DIY repair job! Please call an electrician to examine the circuit and\nsee what needs to be fixed. Loose connections can become fire hazards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attic insulation in recessed fixtures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Are the dying bulbs in recessed fixtures (fixtures set into\nthe ceiling rather than extending down from them)? The problem may be with the\ninsulation in the attic above the lights causing the light bulbs to overheat. Once\nagain, this is a big deal, not a minor inconvenience, since it risks a fire\nstarting in the insulation. You may not only want the fixture repaired, you may\nwant electricians to put in a non-recessed fixture in its place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Voltage problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve saved the big one for last. If your entire house has troubles\nwith bulbs burning out too early, it\u2019s a major warning sign that the voltage in\nthe house is too high. The excess voltage will cause bulbs to have shorter\nlifespans. There are a range of causes for this; two common sources are problems\nwith an outdated electrical panel or a house or outdated wiring. Do not delay\ncalling our electricians to look into this because of the potential danger from\nfaulty electrical panels and bad wiring.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

No matter what service you require to protect the lighting\nin your house and keep your family safe (and out of the dark), you can trust\nthe service to us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scherer Electric is Western New York\u2019s Favorite Electrician! Schedule service with our licensed team today.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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