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Originally Posted by Por_sha911
Do you know if you have AL wiring? If so, you have a major and much needed repair due yesterday.
Hijack but related: my lights dim slightly for just a split second when my 4 Ton HVAC unit kicks in. 25 YO house. I was told this is normal. Was I given bad info?
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Normal. Though you can add a start capacitor to the A/C unit to help with the dimming lights. An a/c unit on startup pulls more current than the utility/panel can deliver. It's completely normal though.
On topic: Assuming the lights are on a different circuit, you most likely have a loose neutral or ground. It's most likely in the panel too. A good electrician should be able to find the source of the problem in under 2 hours. IMO I'd go this route if I were you.
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