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Originally posted by MrSelfDestruct
If you can do it safely, use a voltmeter and test the voltage running through the fixture. There's a chance that a voltage drop is causing the bulb to draw more amperage from the circuit than it should, still coming to 100 watts, but burning bulbs with the increased current.
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Kazoo's right - voltage drop would extend the life of the bulb if it did anything. A voltage increase, on the other hand, can kill 'em pretty damn quick.
It sounds like this is a ceiling light in the kitchen, not the range hood light, right? Is it a hanging light, or fastened to the wall? Is there an apartment above you? Is there a vibration issue?
you can try a ceiling fan lightbulb if you want - they have tougher fillaments to withstand vibration.