AU_Prospector

Hello, I live in a home built new in 2002.

Not always, but on occassion a wall switch will make a loud popping noise when turned on. I have noticed this with more than one switch through out the home. It doesnt happen continiously, but when it does its makes you take notice.

Its not horribly loud, but a distinct pop. I assume it is current jumping the circuit before contact is made, is that right?

Is it safe?

travelover

I'd replace the switches. Unless they are really special (4 way lighted, etc) , they are very cheap.

Daryl in Nanoose

How old is your home. Whenever I get any signs of irregulars in my outlets or switches I replace them. But what comes to my mind is that if there is more than one maybe its time for a inspection on all the swithes and plugs in the house just to make sure everything is okay with the electrical

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Quattro

I think this is normal, to some extent. Some switches seem to do it more than others, though.

kok328

I can get my new switches to sizzle if I hold them in the half way position.

storage_man

With your house only being 7 years old, I would expect that they aren't worn out yet. I agree with both kok328 and Quattro that some make more noise than others. Unless you see some discoloration in and around the switch, I would presume they are ok.

I bought my house new in 1986 and I have some that are noisy and some that are not. I've also replaced many of them and some of the replacements are more noisy than others.

AU_Prospector

Thanks for the info guys. . .