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Light Bulb Socket Sparked and Smoked?

Last night I went to turn on my dining room light (chandelier style with three bulb sockets, one being empty). I wasn't looking as I turned on the dimmer switch, but heard a "pop". Since I had no light, I decided to replace a bulb in case both bulbs blew out simultaneously! As you would guess, it did not light. The next day, I replaced the dimmer switch to see if that would solve the problem. When I turned the dimmer on, there was even a louder pop than before. In fact, I saw some sparks fly out of the open socket followed by a very small plume of smoke. The circuit breaker did not trip on either occasion. I am assuming that my switch blew (both times) since the switch does nothing. What do you think is going on?

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December 16, 20160 found this helpful

I don't fool around with either electricity or water. Please hire a professional. The last thing you want is a fire due to faulty wiring.

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December 28, 20160 found this helpful

I repair lamps. Sounds like you need a new replacement socket. It is very easy to replace. If the wiring looks old or is original, you may want to buy the wiring also. A hardware, lamp shop or country store sells lamp parts.

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If you pay attention perfectly when you take your lamp apart, you will have no problem putting it back together perfectly. It is very easy. You will be amazed at yourself!

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December 16, 20160 found this helpful

It sounds like there is a problem in the wiring between the switch and the chandelier. Are there other outlets/electrical in the room? Are they effected? This is a job for a professional. I wouldn't try anything else myself. Safety first! :)

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December 17, 20160 found this helpful

I don't understand why your circuit breaker didn't cut in - there's a live wire loose in that bulb socket, and it should have. I think, unfortunately, you need an electrician as soon as possible to check on loose wires and maybe faulty circuit breaker.

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December 21, 20160 found this helpful

Cut Power off immediately and call electrician to be safe.

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December 28, 20160 found this helpful

It is time to call an electrician, especially if you have the old style knob and tube wiring.

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