When it is turned off, it still has a glow to it that can be seen in the dark. Does that mean it is always pulling power and I have to unplug it?

Thank you for your inquiry. The light should not be glowing after being turned off. The most likely cause of the issue appears to be faulty wiring (mixing up the hot and neutral wires). Please contact a licensed electrician to inspect the wiring. Please also use a dimmer from the compatible dimmer list.