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Why does my home have flickering lights in one room?

By Bob Millaway, South Jersey Community Expert & REALTOR®

Flickering isolated to one room is usually caused by a loose bulb, a faulty light switch, a loose wire connection at the fixture or switch, or an overloaded circuit. Start by tightening the bulb and trying a different bulb. If the switch feels loose or warm, replace it. If the flickering continues, the wiring in that room may have a loose connection. This is a fire risk and should be inspected by an electrician.

Why It Matters

Flickering lights in a single room often indicate a connection problem that can worsen over time, leading to arcing and potential electrical fires.

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