Why Your Lights Flicker (And When to Worry)

Flickering lights: spooky during a horror movie, super annoying when you're just trying to make toast. Let's break down why your lights flicker—and when it's a harmless fix or a job for the pros.

Flickering lights: spooky during a horror movie, super annoying when you're just trying to make toast.

So what gives? Is your house haunted? Probably not. (But we won't rule out an overactive Alexa.) Let's break down why your lights flicker—and when it's a harmless fix or a job for the pros.

1. Loose Bulb = Easy Fix

Sometimes it really is that simple. Before you panic, turn the light off, let it cool, and gently tighten the bulb. If it's still acting up, swap in a new one. Bonus tip? Switch to LEDs—they use less power, last longer, and can save you £50 a year. That's a lot of toast.

2. Bad Connection = Not So Fun

If the flickering keeps happening across multiple lights or rooms, it could be a faulty socket, loose wiring, or overloaded circuit. In other words: not a DIY moment. Faulty electrics can be dangerous, and we don't love the idea of your living room turning into a strobe light unintentionally.

3. Big Appliances? Big Flickers

Ever notice your lights dim when the washing machine kicks in? That's normal-ish—big appliances draw lots of power. But if it's happening often or gets worse, it might mean your system isn't handling the load well. Time to call in a pro to check things out.

Let's Keep It Light (Literally)

Want to avoid that mid-Zoom-call blackout? Or the hallway that looks like it belongs in a horror film?

SOBE checks electrics in an hour. No stress, no mess—we'll figure out what's causing the flicker and fix it before it becomes a real problem.

Here's the Bright Idea: Call SOBE

From flickering lights to full rewires, we've got South London covered. And yes, we'll still be nice to your cat while we're at it.

Light issues? Let SOBE switch things up.