How to Remove a Broken Light Bulb (DIY)
Introduction
We've all had a light bulb break when replacing a burned out one. We'll show you a couple of ways to remove a broken light bulb from a light socket.Beware the Broken Light Bulb
Removing a broken light bulb from a screw-shell lamp holder can be dangerous if you don’t solve two problems: First, how do you know the electricity is really off if the fixture or lamp holder is controlled by a simple on-off switch (or a pull chain)? Second, how do you get the broken light bulb base out of the lamp holder without cutting your hand or damaging the inside of the lamp holder?
Removing a Broken Light Bulb
When a light bulb is stuck in its socket, the culprit is usually corrosion between the socket and the bulb’s metal base. This is the most common outdoors and in damp places like basements and bathrooms.
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