As a Bungalow resident, you are responsible for purchasing and replacing all light bulbs within your home as needed. This includes identifying when a bulb has burned out and ensuring its timely replacement to maintain a well-lit and safe living environment. If you need guidance on how to replace specialty or hard-to-reach bulbs, please reach out to our maintenance team for assistance.
Steps to safely and efficiently replace a lightbulb:
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Turn Off the Power: Switch off the light at the wall switch. For added safety, you can turn off the power to the fixture at the breaker box if needed.
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Let the Bulb Cool: If the bulb was recently on, wait a few minutes for it to cool to avoid burns.
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Remove the Old Bulb: Gently grip the bulb and turn it counterclockwise (left) to unscrew it from the socket. If it’s a pin-style bulb, pull it straight out instead.
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Check Bulb Type and Wattage: Make sure to replace the old bulb with a new one of the same type and wattage to avoid electrical issues or overheating.
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Insert the New Bulb:
- Screw the new bulb clockwise (right) until it’s snug in the socket (or insert the pins if it’s a pin-style bulb). Be careful not to overtighten.
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Turn the Power Back On and Test: Flip the switch back on to test that the new bulb is working.
Still need help?
Follow the steps below to create your maintenance request:
- Go to your Bungalow App
- Click Support and Maintenance
- Select Submit a Request
- Click the Maintenance Category and find your specific issue
- Provide as much detail as possible for our maintenance team to get an understanding of the situation
- Add photos
- Select if you want to include your roommates
- Submit your request.
If you have trouble submitting the request through AppFolio you can call 855-559-5525 and press 1 for a live maintenance coordinator to take your request and submit the work order.