light bulbs problem

United States
June 1, 2007 5:24pm CST
When I turn on a light switch at my house it blows the bulb, this has happened to about 5 bulbs in my house. any idead what could be causing this problem, its happening alot and I am worried that it shouldnt be happening.....help!!
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MJLami
@MJLami (1173)
• United States
1 Jun 07
There's an overload somewhere. It could be as simple as the wattage you're putting in is too high, try switching to a lower wattage and see if there's a still a problem. If so, I'd recommend contacting an electrician for help if you're an owner and contacting your landlord if you rent.
kris182_2000
@kris182_2000 (5469)
• Canada
2 Jun 07
I agree. A wattage that is too high is going to give you problems. That's why the socket has a maximum limit posted on it. If that's not the problem, then it is the wiring. It's too old to handle any more, and it needs to be replaced.
killahclaire
@killahclaire (3665)
•
2 Jun 07
You need to get an electrician in. It used to happen in out hall and we ended up having to get the place rewired. A bulb would shatter in it every few weeks and it was so dangerous.