LED tubes, retrofit kits, or new fixtures?
- LED tubes in the existing fixture. The quickest change. Some tubes run on the old ballast, the small box inside the fixture that powers the tubes, and some need it removed and the fixture rewired.
- A retrofit kit. The insides of the fixture are replaced with an LED panel or strips, and the housing stays in the ceiling. A good choice when the housings are in decent shape.
- A new fixture. The old one comes out completely. The right call when housings are worn out, the layout is changing, or you want a different look.
Many buildings end up with a mix. We look at each area and tell you which option fits it.
Sensors and controls
A retrofit is a good time to add controls. Occupancy sensors turn lights off in restrooms, break rooms, and storage areas when nobody's there. Daylight sensors dim the fixtures near windows on sunny days. Outdoor and parking lights can run on a photocell or timer. See security lighting.
Scheduling around your business
Lighting work happens overhead, so it needs a clear floor and sometimes a lift. We plan the order of the work with you, area by area, so the parts of the building you need stay lit and open. Tell us about high ceilings, equipment, or shelving under the lights, and any times the space has to stay open.
Utility incentives
Some local utilities offer incentives for commercial lighting upgrades. If one is part of your budget, ask the utility which fixtures qualify and whether it needs approval before anything is ordered. We can give them an itemized list of the fixtures and the work. Our utility guides link to each utility's programs.