Why Is My Pool Light Dim?

A backyard pool can provide years of enjoyment for the entire family. Gatherings can be more enjoyable when you have a pool. The hot Tampa, as well as St. Petersburg, evenings provide an excellent occasion for adults to relax on the patio of the pool and enjoy an evening dip. There's nothing more welcoming than a sparkling swimming pool waiting to be enjoyed by you and your loved ones.

One of the most effective ways to make your pool more attractive when the sun sets is to add lighting. The lights in your pool illuminate the sparkling waters and create a secure night-time swimming space. They are a security feature, especially when children are in the vicinity. However, if your lights begin to flicker, turning off and on, or going out without reason, it is important to determine the cause of the problem in the lighting of your pool--and quickly.



REASONS FOR THE DIMMING POOL LIGHTS

With the numerous components required to light your pool, it is not always the case that all solutions are easy. When electricity is involved, it is best to engage a professional electrician. Electrical work isn't an easy task to do yourself, particularly in the case of water. Let the repairs be handled by experts.

However, understanding the potential causes behind the intermittent or dimming lighting in your pool can assist you in understanding the task that needs to be completed. It could be a simple fix, like fixing loose housings or replacing the bulb, or something more complicated that will require skilled electrical work. Here are some typical causes of defective or dim lighting for pools.

• Loose fitting: A frequent cause of lighting that dims is due to the housing being shaky. A variety of activities in the pool like children playing in the water, people swimming in and out, or similar could cause the lock screws to break loose. Sometimes, it's as easy as entering the pool using your Philips screwdriver and tightening up the screw that locks the pool. If your screw is damaged and you need to replace it, don't simply replace it. The O-ring is the same, which acts as a gasket, creating an impervious seal. It should be replaced in conjunction with the screw.

• Leaky housing: Your light is housed in the lens as well as a gasket for the housing that keeps its waterproof seal. In time, the thick rubber gasket may be degraded. Exposure to chlorine or other chemicals in the pool can degrade the seal. Water can be introduced into the housing, which causes the light to go out. If water is able to enter the housing, your breaker or GFCI could be triggered. If it seems that more than the gasket is damaged, the most sensible step is to contact the electrician.

• Burnt-out bulb: It appears like a simple fix--just replace the burned-out bulb isn't it? But, nope! If the bulb you have is new and completely gone out of the market (broken filament is apparent), it is recommended to seek out an electrician. Bulbs that are burning out before their time could signal an electrical problem that could be caused by an electrical surge or defective wiring.

• Overloaded circuit breaker: An overloading circuit breaker can stop the flow of electricity to an electrical circuit when it is excessively stressed. If you think the issue is with your breaker because of the constant "tripping," you will require contacting a licensed electrician. The breaker is also connected to the wiring for your home. It shouldn't be fixed or replaced by any other person than a certified professional.

• Shock hazard/GFCI: When the pool wiring was set up, it was equipped with the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. The device is installed in the event of an increased chance of experiencing a shock. If the GFCI detects the possibility of shock, it will stop the current that flows through this line. Then, call an expert.

• Continuity disruption: Whether it's due to problems with cables, surges of power, or any other issue in the flow of power, the light in your pool could be affected. It is not a DIY solution. Finding the cause of the disruption within your electrical line can be challenging, at the very least, for an electrician who is not licensed.