An E26 to E26 extender should fix this without causing any safety issues. You can also try turning the power off at the breaker and bending the back (hot) contact of the bulb base up with a wooden tongue depressor or other suitably nonconductive instrument so that it makes contact with the hot contact on the bulb.
What happens if a light bulb isn’t screwed in all the way?
There’s no electrical danger to leaving a bulb partially unscrewed in a socket, but if it’s too loose, it could fall and shatter, which could be a hazard. A partially unscrewed bulb is generally safer than an empty socket which could ignite a spark if contacted by dust or lint.
How do you make a light bulb screw easier?
The next time you replace a light bulb, rub a bit of Vaseline or another brand of petroleum jelly over the light bulb’s threads before you screw it in. It’ll prevent the bulb from getting stuck and save you from broken bulbs.
Why is my light bulb not connecting?
Check the connections at the switch and make sure that they are tight. Be sure that the power is off to the circuit that you are working on. With the power shut off, check the wire connections at the light fixture and at the breaker panel to make sure they are all connected tightly.
