answer:Not all florescent Edison based bulbs (which I assume you’re using if you are using those energy savers) are UL rated for dim-able fixtures. I would check to see if you even have the type of bulbs that are suppose to work in your fixtures. On dimming from GEs website Can I use a compact fluorescent light bulb with a dimmer switch? To use a compact fluorescent bulb on a dimmer switch, you must buy a bulb that’s specifically made to work with dimmers (check the package). GE makes a dimming compact fluorescent light bulb (called the Energy Smart Dimming Spirals®) that is specially designed for use with dimming switches. We don’t recommend using regular compact fluorescent bulbs with dimming switches, since this can shorten bulb life. (Using a regular compact fluorescent bulb with a dimmer will also nullify the bulb’s warranty.) Also, the delay in max brightness is standard for that type of bulb. What happens is the ballast (the white base part) actually ignites the gas in the twisty bulb part and it sometimes takes a bit for it to all ignite. Even if you aren’t dimming the fixtures. If they have the ability to dim, you shouldn’t use standard energy savers in them. If you still have hums and buzzes, I’d be glad to walk through the problems with you one at a time but this might be enough to get you started.