Change Light Bulb Ceiling Fixture

Turn on the circuit s electrical panel first and then turn on the new fixture s light switch.

Change light bulb ceiling fixture.

Changing a light bulb may seem like a no brainer but replacing a bulb in a ceiling fixture can get complicated. Even if you ve fitted all your light fixtures with long lasting led bulbs you ll have to change the bulbs at some point. Unscrew the screws or nuts holding the fixture base to the ceiling box. And when the fixture is a flush mounted one the procedure can be slightly hazardous.

Fortunately there are plenty of ways to troubleshoot even the trickiest fixture. Whether your burnt out bulb is incandescent recessed or fluorescent always take precautions to avoid injury. Now s a good time to upgrade to a more efficient bulb such as an led bulb. Replacing the bulb can involve a hair raising climb to the top of a ladder if the fixture is on a high ceiling or above your stairs.

Install the recommended bulbs into the fixture and make sure the wattage is correct. Because it s usually high on the wall or on the ceiling you need to climb on something and you could fall. Use a sturdy step stool or ladder turn. Remove the light bulb cover and bulbs from the fixture.