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    Feb 2, 2010, 01:59 AM
    What causes a loud popping sound when I turn on a light switch
    Sometimes when I turn on a light in the bathroom I hear a loud popping sound, there are two different light and sometimes happens at either light switch.
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    Feb 2, 2010, 11:47 PM

    It could be a loose wire that is arcing or a defective switch.

    Remove switch and check wires. If tight, replace switch.

    Good luck

    Chuck

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