Position a stepladder solidly under the light and have the new bulb ready.
Changing fluorescent light bulbs safely.
I show how to change the bulbs and inspect the sockets.
Then follow the steps outlined here.
Does your fluorescent light flicker or only come on dimly.
This procedure applies to bulb changing in complex environments with a variety of hazards such as fall and electric shock.
Fluorescent light bulbs typically last many years but when one flickers on and off or the end turns light gray to black in color you ll just need replacement light bulbs.
Alright now it s time to talk about what in my opinion is probably the least safe light bulb on the market today the cfl.
Color temperature measurement is in kelvin k and most colors range from 2500 to 6500k a lower kelvin figure means the color is warm and tends to be closer to orange.
When fluorescent bulbs flicker have dark or smoky colored ends it s time to replace the bulb and you re faced with the choice of making a trip to the local hardware store and doing it yourself or hiring a qualified licensed electrician.
Always check the power is off before attempting to change the bulb.
There could be a problem with the bulbs.
Fluorescent tubes are designed to last for many years so when it comes to changing them you might not have done it before.
Replace the bulb with the same size bulb.
How to replace a fluorescent light bulb to change the bulb safely.
By contrast a high kelvin figure like 4000k means the color is cool and white in appearance.
But you should have new bulbs on hand so you can replace them promptly when they do.
Although replacing a fluorescent tube is simple it s not as straightforward as changing a regular light bulb and it can actually be quite dangerous.
This procedure would not apply for example to changing a light bulb in a desk or floor lamp where the fixture can simply be unplugged.
Don t worry about them until the light they put out starts to weaken.
As a whole this procedure provides general guidelines to change a light bulb safely.
If you are going to replace fluorescent light with led lighting you must take into consideration the color temperature.
Fluorescent bulbs can go for years without replacement even when the ends start to blacken.