The short answer
Occasional flicker when a heavy appliance starts can be normal on a weak supply. Constant flicker, flicker in one room, or flicker with buzzing suggests a loose connection that can overheat — treat that as urgent.
Common causes
- Loose bulb in the holder
- Failing LED driver or incompatible dimmer
- Loose neutral or connection in a fitting or junction
- Supply voltage fluctuation from the network or generator AVR
What you can safely check
These are low-risk checks only. Do not open live electrical panels, handle refrigerant, or dismantle fuel systems. If anything feels unsafe, stop and book a verified professional.
- Tighten the bulb with the light off and cool
- Note whether flicker is whole-house or one fitting
- See if flicker coincides with fridge, AC, or pump start-up
- Do not open ceiling roses or consumer units
When to call a professional
- Burning smell from fittings
- Visible arcing or sparking
- Flicker plus warm switches or faceplates
How Tușe and iRanti help
Open the Tuse app and describe what is happening in your own words — for example, “lights flickering”. iRanti reads the description, suggests the likely service category and a price band, and routes you toward a verified electrical work professional. It is a preliminary assessment, not a definitive remote diagnosis: the artisan still inspects on site before any repair.
Starting price for Electrical work
Electrical work on Tuse starts from ₦10,000. That is starting guidance, not a guaranteed final quote. Scope, parts, and complexity can change the total — you see the price in the app before you confirm, and any on-site change needs your approval first.
See the Electrical work service page
FAQs
Why do my lights flicker?
Loose bulbs, LED issues, supply dips, or unsafe loose wiring. Persistent flicker deserves an electrician.
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