Time to Dust Off Fluorescent Bulbs

If your fluorescent ceiling light is humming and flickering, and there are eight generations of dead insects on the upper side of the lens, it’s time to act.

There is nothing more energy-efficient or easier on the eyes than fluorescent lighting. Using a stepladder, remove and wash the lenses and change all the bulbs.

If flickering continues, replace the ballast unit. The units cost about $8 or $10 each and take about 20 minutes to install. Your room will be brighter and your eyes will feel better.