Lighting Installation in Palatine, IL

Your Lights Work When You Need Them

Fast, reliable lighting installation that actually stays on and saves you money on every electric bill.

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Professional Lighting Installation Palatine

Better Lighting Changes Everything

You flip the switch and everything works perfectly. No more dark corners where you can’t see what you’re doing. No more squinting at your kitchen counter or struggling to read in your living room.

Your energy bills drop because LED lighting uses up to 90% less electricity than those old bulbs burning money every month. You stop buying replacement bulbs every few weeks because quality LED fixtures last for years.

The lighting actually makes your home feel comfortable and welcoming instead of like you’re living in a cave or a hospital waiting room.

Lighting Installation Services Palatine

25 Years Solving Electrical Problems

We’ve been fixing electrical issues in Palatine homes since 1999. While other companies chase every type of job, we focus on what homeowners actually need most: emergency electrical repairs and lighting that works reliably.

We’re licensed, bonded, and insured because electrical work isn’t something you trust to just anyone. When your lights flicker, your outlets spark, or your power goes out, you need someone who knows exactly what they’re doing.

Palatine homeowners call us because we show up when we say we will, fix the problem right the first time, and don’t disappear when you need service later.

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Lighting Installation Process Palatine

Here's Exactly What Happens

We start with a phone call where you tell us what’s happening with your lighting. No guessing games or twenty questions – just straight talk about what you need fixed or installed.

Next, we come to your home and look at your electrical system. We check your panel, test your circuits, and figure out exactly what needs to happen to get your lighting working properly. You get a clear explanation of the work and an upfront price before we start.

Then we do the work. We turn off the power, install your new fixtures safely, test everything to make sure it works, and clean up our mess. You flip the switch and your lights work exactly like they should.

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Residential Lighting Installation Palatine

Every Type of Lighting Installation

We handle interior lighting for kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, and bedrooms. Recessed lighting, pendant lights, chandeliers, under-cabinet lighting – whatever makes your home more functional and comfortable.

Outdoor lighting installation covers your front porch, backyard, walkways, and security lighting. LED flood lights, motion sensors, landscape lighting that actually highlights your property instead of creating weird shadows.

Palatine homes built in the 1970s and 1980s often need electrical panel upgrades before adding new lighting circuits. We handle the whole project – panel upgrade, new circuits, and lighting installation – so you don’t have to coordinate multiple contractors.

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How much does lighting installation cost in Palatine?

The cost depends on what type of lighting you’re installing and whether your electrical system can handle it. Simple fixture replacements typically run $150-300 per fixture including labor.Recessed lighting installation costs more because we need to cut holes in your ceiling and run new wiring. Expect $200-400 per light depending on your ceiling type and electrical access.If your electrical panel needs upgrading first, that adds $1,500-3,000 to the project. But many Palatine homes built before 1990 need panel upgrades anyway for safety reasons, so you’re solving two problems at once.
Most lighting installations require electrical permits from the Village of Palatine. We handle all permit applications and inspections as part of our service.Simple fixture replacements usually don’t need permits, but adding new circuits or recessed lighting does. The permit process takes 2-3 days and costs around $50-100 depending on the scope of work.Some homeowners try to skip permits to save money, but unpermitted electrical work can cause problems when you sell your home. Insurance companies also question unpermitted work if you ever have a claim.
Most lighting projects take 4-8 hours depending on how many fixtures you’re installing and whether we need to run new wiring. Simple fixture replacements can be done in 1-2 hours per light.Recessed lighting takes longer because we need to cut ceiling holes, run wire, and patch any drywall damage. Plan on a full day for 6-8 recessed lights in one room.Outdoor lighting installation depends on your landscaping and how far we need to run wire from your electrical panel. Most residential outdoor lighting projects take 1-2 days to complete properly.
LED bulbs use about 80% less electricity than incandescent bulbs and last 15-20 times longer. A 60-watt incandescent bulb costs about $60 per year to operate, while an equivalent LED costs $10.LEDs also produce less heat, which means your air conditioning doesn’t work as hard during summer months. They’re available in different color temperatures from warm white to daylight.The upfront cost is higher – LED bulbs cost $5-15 each versus $1-2 for incandescent. But you’ll save money within six months through lower electric bills and not having to replace bulbs constantly.
Yes, but you need LED-compatible dimmer switches. Regular dimmer switches designed for incandescent bulbs can cause LED lights to flicker or buzz.LED dimmer switches cost $15-30 each versus $8-12 for standard dimmers. They’re designed to work with the lower electrical load that LED bulbs draw.Not all LED bulbs are dimmable, so we make sure to install dimmable LED fixtures if you want dimmer control. The packaging clearly states whether an LED bulb works with dimmers or not.
Yes, we provide emergency lighting installation when you have safety concerns or complete lighting failures. We prioritize calls about sparking fixtures, burning smells, or total power loss.Emergency service is available 24/7 but costs more than scheduled appointments. Emergency calls typically include a $150-200 service fee plus regular labor rates.Most lighting emergencies happen because of overloaded circuits, loose connections, or water damage. We can usually provide temporary solutions immediately and schedule permanent repairs within 24-48 hours.