Why Do My Lights Turn On and Off By Themselves?

Have you ever been watching television or reading a book at night and had the lights dim unexpectedly? Most of us have. There are a number of reasons for your lights turning on and off repeatedly. Most of them are no big deal. However, if you find your lights are flickering on and off frequently. it's a good idea to call in a licensed electrician to evaluate the situation.

Reasons Your Lights Turn On and Off

There are many common causes for your lights turning on and off in your Tampa or St. Petersburg home. Fortunately, the experts at Hoffman Electrical & A/C are here to help! Some of the most common reasons for the problems you’re experiencing include:

• Stormy weather. One of the most common causes of flickering lights involves brief interruptions to the local power grid due to an electrical storm or high winds. This problem will usually correct itself once the storm has passed. However, you can always invest in surge protectors or a standby generator if you want to stay protected against dangerous electrical issues during Florida’s hurricane season.
• Large appliance cycling on. The increased surge in electrical demand when major appliances turn on, such as a refrigerator or heating system, draw the energy away from your lights, just for a second. This is also harmless.
• Faulty lightbulb. If the flickering is confined to a single source, the lightbulb in that lamp or fixture may be defective.
• Poor connection in your main circuit panel. A more serious cause of your lights turning on and off repeatedly is a problem in the electrical connections in your home. If you've ruled out all of the possible causes listed above, it's time to call an electrician who can properly assess the issue for you. Working with electricity has too many associated hazards to do yourself. You need someone who is skilled, licensed, and experienced in electrical work to make sure the job gets done safely and that the repair will last.

Our Professional Lighting Services

If you’re dealing with flickering lights and can’t determine the cause, Hoffman Electrical & A/C is here to help! We’ve been providing exceptional lighting services to the Tampa area for over 30 years. Our services include wiring repair for any faulty lights, and we can also install new lights to illuminate your space and enhance your home design. Our lighting installation services cover:

• Outdoor lighting
• Recessed lighting
• Kitchen lighting
• Bathroom lighting
• Security lighting
• Dimmer switches
• Tree lighting
• Decorative lighting

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Lights Turning On and Off in Tampa or St. Pete? Call Hoffman Electrical & A/C for a Solution!

To learn more about what might be causing the lights in your Tampa area home to flicker on and off, contact Hoffman Electrical & A/C. We will diagnose and correct the issue safely and effectively so you don’t have to deal with the inconvenience — and, in some cases, the potential hazard — anymore. Our family-owned company has been helping Tampa and St. Petersburg homeowners with their electrical needs since 1989.

Call us at 866-238-3243 or contact us online to schedule an appointment today.

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