Ceiling Fan Light Bulb Socket Fix

To replace a light socket in the ceiling you ll need some basic electrician s tools to complete the job safely.

Ceiling fan light bulb socket fix.

It s good to have. But before you disassemble the light try this quick fix. A razor to cut around fixture if there s paint. Wipe the inside of the socket with a soft cloth.

Assemble the necessary tools and parts. Insert a light bulb socket cleaning brush into the ceiling fan light socket to clean any corrosion from the sides of the socket. Check that the bulbs have the proper wattage for the ceiling fan light assembly. At other times the light won t come on at all.

If you replace a burned out bulb and the new bulb blows immediately when the switch is flipped on the socket has a problem. Ceiling fans that use a single bulb won t provide light if the bulb has gone bad. Turn off the power to the fixture at the breaker box then pry up the little metal tab at the base of the socket using a small screwdriver. Restore power and test the light with a good bulb.

Most ceiling fans with lights will work when one just one bulb has burned out in a multi bulb configuration. Replacing your ceiling fan light socket should require approximately 20 minutes of your time.