Every homeowner has dealt with a bad light switch in the past. However, most people expect their lights to work as expected and are really surprised when they flip the switch and nothing happens. Wouldn't it be great if there was a way to spot malfunctioning light switches sooner or later, so they don't surprise us or throw us out of our daily routine? You are lucky there is! Continue reading the five main ways to spot a bad light switch, and remember to call our Industrial Electrician Saint Lucia electricians for all your lighting needs.
Top Ways to See If You Have a Bad Light Switch
● Switch sparks: Sparks are quite the last thing you want to get from any component of your electrical system. In the case of a light switch, a small spark may sometimes appear when it is turned on. This is called a "load arc" and occurs when the light switch connections are disconnected. However, if the spark has occurred more than once, is accompanied by an audible sound, or if there is a lot of spark coming from your switch, we can guarantee that there is a problem in your hands. A sparking light switch can cause smoke and burns at best and an electrical ignition at worst, so if one of your light switches sparks, be sure to replace it as soon as possible.
● Switch feels warm: Occasionally, the switch feels a little warm when you turn off the lights, especially if they are turned on for a long time. However, for standard toggle light switches, this warm feeling is never a good sign. Call an electrician immediately to replace the light switch if you feel heat escaping.
● The switch makes strange noises: To express the obvious, light switches are not designed to make noise. If you hear a kissing, clicking or popping sound coming from your light switch, or the "snap" we mentioned above, there may be something wrong with the internal components and the switch will need to be replaced.
● The light does not always turn on: If the light does not always turn on, there is a good chance that it is a light bulb, not a switch. However, if you replace this bulb and the light fixture continues to operate inconsistently, it is possible that your problem is the switch.
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Our highly trained team can provide electrical switch repair and wiring, and we offer great financing and special offers. Call today to take care of your light switches - we promise that our electrical wiring Saint Lucia experts will never leave you in the dark!
