I have string lights in my room and my sister accidentally broke one of the bulbs. The lights are my main source of light in my room so I was wondering if I just removed the broken bulb it would all be fine but I'm worried that if plug them in something bad will happen
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Look for GFI outlets and reset them.
Confirm the switch is functioning and confirm there is power to the switch.
Check for power at the dimmer in the loop, it may have been damaged.
One possible idea for this connection is to look for an octagon electrical box cover that looks like this:
Then acquire a box to box electrical connector that looks like this:
This can then be joined to a back hole in an appropriate electrical box that gets surface mounted to the face of the wall. This box would then accommodate the needed outlet and exterior in-use cover assembly.
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Best Answer
By string lights are you refering to something like a string of christmas lights. If this is what you mean then remove the buld and replace it. If you don't have a replacement bulb, cover the opening with tape just so nobody sticks their finger in the opening and you're good to go. Plug it in and let there be light.