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    Jun 27, 2010, 04:48 PM
    Worried about crackling and bangs in apartment lighting switzerland
    Hello

    I have no knowledge on electrical systems and I just wondering if anyone could help set my mind at ease? I will be calling an electrician, but in the meantime I wanted to know if this is something I should be seriously worried about? I'm sorry if this is a bit vague, but this is all the information I can give.

    Just moved into new apartment on my own in switzerland, old building but well maintained. I had started to notice a bang occasionally when I turned off the lights in 2 of the rooms. The fuse hadn't gone, the lights still worked, just this bang every now and again. Today I had no problems with same lights, until I was woken up by a loud crackling sound that sounded like sparks. I think it was the wiring in the ceiling but not certain. Got up to have a look for the source, couldn't find it and when switching of the light, same bang again.

    Now I have a real worry of fire if there's a problem in the wiring. Is this possible? Any ideas?

    Thanks for any input!
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    Jun 27, 2010, 04:52 PM
    Hi, thandeka16!

    Do you have the phone number of the apartment manager or owner, please?

    Thanks!
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    Jun 27, 2010, 04:54 PM

    Ermmm yes, but it's the middle of the night here in switzerland.

    Is this something I should be worried about?
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    Jun 27, 2010, 04:55 PM

    Thanks for replying by the way!
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    Jun 27, 2010, 04:58 PM
    Yes, you should be worried about it! A fire could happen, if indeed it's a problem with the wiring. Whoever owns or manages the dwelling should be made aware of any problems as soon as possible.
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    Jun 27, 2010, 05:00 PM

    Thanks Clough, will call someone out
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    Jun 27, 2010, 05:05 PM
    Thank you! Your safety and the safety of any other residents is of the utmost importance!
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