How To Repair A Lamp

It’s annoying when you turn on the lamp switch and nothing happens. No matter how many times you do this, the light flickers or doesn’t light at all. Punching the switch won’t solve the problem. That is why, in this article, we will teach you how to repair a lamp.

Steps in Repairing a Lamp

In times of unexpected situations like a non-working lamp, it is necessary to equip yourself with the knowledge of how to repair a lamp. Sometimes calling for help isn’t the option, especially if your place is not that accessible or most of the people you call are unavailable. You don’t want to endure the darkness in your place, so better if you learn how. To help you solve your problem, read the tips below.

Tools! Tools! Tools!

Before you proceed to your quest on how to fix a lamp switch, make sure you have the following materials. Like what they say, soldiers should be ready all the time.

• Electric tape
  
• Long Nose Pliers
  
• Spare socket
  
• Spare bulb
  
• Wire cutter
  
• Spare electric plug

Identify the Problem

In order for you to proceed to the next step on how to fix a lamp, you must pinpoint the problem first. Below are the common issues why your lamp doesn’t work and the repair method that you can do.

• The Lamp doesn’t turn on – You have (2) options in this case. Most of the time, it doesn’t turn on because of the wrought light. All you need to do in this case is to loosen it and replace it with a new one. But if your lightbulb is new but still doesn’t turn on, proceed to plan B, which is to replace the socket. Here are the steps on how to replace the socket:
  -Make sure to unplug your lamp to avoid electrocution.
  -Take off the covering or shade as well as the light bulb and harp lamp base.
  -Remove the socket shell.
  -Gently pull out the two wires that are hidden in the shell base.
  -Unscrew the wires and replace the old socket of your lamp with a new one.
  -Place the new socket, secure by screwing the leads and cover it down with the shell cap.
  -Put back the harp lamp base, the light bulb, and the cover or shade.
  
  
• Light switch doesn’t work – In this case, you hear the clicking sound, but it feels weird because the light doesn’t turn on. To save your lamp, you must replace the switch immediately before it causes a fire.
  
  
• Rusty or Worn out plug - The reason why your Lamp stops working could be because of the worn-out plug. Without you knowing, it may be rusted or damaged inside. What you need to do is to replace it with a new one. Start by unscrewing the plug cover and replace it with a new one. Separate and screw the wire and the cover. And voila! It’s good as new.

Conclusion

Not all the time, we can call someone for help. That is why it would be better if we can do it on our own. Aside from we can save money, we can prolong the lifespan of our belongings. Just like your lamp. If you don’t know how to repair a lamp, how can you use it in an emergency situation, right? It might take you a while, but the prize is worth the effort!