Ettore 48350 Bulb Changer Kit Without Pole,Plastic, Blue

When the bulb over our staircase went out we wondered how to replace it. Since it’s above stairs, about 15’ up, a ladder wasn’t a safe option. I already had an extension pole so I didn’t need a changer that included a pole. This kit includes options for multiple bulb sizes and for removing the base of broken bulbs.I only used the one for a standard incandescent bulbs and it worked great. Was able to remove the old bulb and screw in a new one while standing on solid ground. Much less expensive than a possible trip to the hospital.

This works perfectly. We replaced 10 recessed lights in less than half an hour!

The rubber plug thing saved the day when one of my light bulbs broke out of the metal base, leaving the metal base in the socket. Worked really well at getting it out ........ however........ the thumbscrews that are supposed to clamp the broken bulb extractor plastic threaded base to a pole don't work at all. It won't prevent the bulb extractor from coming off the pole. Thumb screws are completely ineffective ...... however ...... if you drill a 5/32 hole through the plastic threaded bulb extractor base and the end of the pole and put in a long #6 screw through the plastic and pole - it prevents the bulb extractor from unscrewing. Voila! I would have given it 5 stars but I had to drill a hole

Bought this set to replace a light bulb located 14’ high after the bulb spun out of the base. My old change set didn’t come with the rubber base removal fittings so I bought this for only slightly more than a basic 3 piece set. Removal fitting worked perfectly retrieving the metal base piece and the large 8 finger claw held the new bulb securely to help finish the installation. The only potential problem I see is that the blue plastic seems very soft so the wing screws could strip out the holes if over tightened when attaching to the pole. Overall I recommend this set for quick and easy bulb chages in high locations.

Hello All,I purchased the Ettore 48350 Bulb Changer Kit Without Pole,Plastic, Blue and tried it out. There seem to be several reviews with complaints of the Bulb Changer becoming loose when you unscrew the bulb in the ceiling. I noticed that could happen but I tightened the standard changer to the pole firm but not stripping the threads. I also tightened the metal screw with my finger and thumb Firm but not stripping the threads. Remember the device is made of Blue Plastic and the threads could strip. After that I used Gaffers tape around the connection to the pole very firmly right under the screw. You could take the screw out and wrap all the way up and poke a hole with a pick or something and put the screw back in firm but not stripping the threads. One person drilled a hole and through the pole and put a machine screen with nut. This would be the best I am sure. It all seems a pain but keep in mind the whole kit is 10 bucks. You can't expect Top of The Line for cheap I would think. Use some dielectric bulb grease when you put the new bulb in the socket. A Q-Tip works well to apply the grease to the bulb. The grease will help the threading of the bulb. I was successful in changing two standard bulbs in the ceiling. I did feel like the device was unscrewing from the pole until I tightened it up and put the Gaffers tape on. Then it seemed O.K. I am giving a 3 stars for this product. I would give 3.5 but can't select a 1/2 star.You can make it work on the cheap and Good Luck.

No more ladder!A bit snug to get over certain types of bulbs, but not enough to break them if done properly. Game changer for my household.

Suction stuck well to the light bulb but quickly pulled out of the screw that holds it to the pole leaving the suction connected to the bulb in the ceiling. Suction was now stripped where the screw was and no longer useable. Did not work. Unable to change lightbulbs

I loved the price. And my last set was good for 20 years.