This seems to occur more frequently during the summer months when it's hotter. I always had this problem ever since I got my bathroom done by a contractor 7 years ago. What do you think is causing this? Do I need to have electrical work done to it?
2006-08-04 05:58:26 · 3 answers · asked by sdsherman 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Your light bulb's wattage is too high. The recessed can is doing it's job. There is a thermal protector in it to prevent fires from large wattage light bulbs.
Pull down the shower trim and determine the light bulb's maximum wattage allowed; it is marked on the shower trim. Ignore the maximum wattages listed on the recessed can, these are only if your trim is an open type. The shower trim is enclosed and traps more heat. Typically maximum wattage is 40 watts for an A lamp or regular incandescent light bulb.
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2006-08-04 07:16:40 · answer #1 · answered by gilchristelectric 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clean the contacts. Sounds like you have rust, and vibrations from the tub/shower cause the contact to connect and disconnect. The Bulb may need to be changed or screwed in further.
2006-08-04 13:07:59 · answer #2 · answered by BuyTheSeaProperty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should get that fixed bad wiring starts fires
2006-08-04 13:07:07 · answer #3 · answered by onefatwhiteguy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋