Do I need a licensed electrician to install lighting?

• <div>You should hire a licensed electrician who is insured to perform any electrical work on your home, including lighting installation. States have different requirements for licensing and certifying electricians, so use Angi’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to review local guidelines.Here are a few questions to ask electricians before hiring:<ul><li>How many years of electrical experience do you have?</li><li>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</li><li>Do you work with subcontractors?</li><li>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</li><li>What is the timeline for completion?</li><li>How do you handle change orders?</li><li>Can you provide at least three customer references?</li></ul></div>

What types of lighting fixtures are available?

• <div>Several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-lighting-your-home.htm">types of light fixtures</a> are available, each requiring different installation techniques. Keep in mind that you’ll need to hire a lighting specialist to install the majority of these fixture types.Here are some of the most common light fixture options:<ul><li>Ceiling-mounted fixtures: $90–$230</li><li>Pendant lights: $95–$250</li><li>Chandeliers: $300–$2,000</li><li>Track lighting: $100–$250</li><li>Wall-mounted lights: $90–$250</li><li>Fluorescent lights: $85–$220</li><li>Light bars: $330–$440</li></ul></div>

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Last update on October 16, 2025

Reviewed in September 2024
Illuminators is a great company for your outdoor lighting needs. They installed lights for me several years ago. They performed routine maintenance to keep the lights in good working order and troubleshot another issue for me. Always very professional and responsive.
The Illuminators Outdoor Lighting
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Reviewed in August 2024
The technician did amazing job installing all aspects required for our landscape lighting. Daniel took the time to explain where the lighting should be placed and how the lighting would illuminate various areas of our project. Upon seeing our patio and landscape illuminated for the first time, I...
PREMIER LIGHTING, INC
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Reviewed in September 2022
My house exterior was looong overdue to be painted. The transformation is amazing! It looks fantastic! Mike & his crew were great to work with &. 1 would not hesitate to use them again !
360 Painting of North Shore
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Reviewed in November 2018
We had a master bedroom with ceiling fan and light kit mounted in the center of the ceiling. We had Kohring Electric put in four recessed led lights to supplement the lighting. A second dimmer switch was added for the new lighting. We also had retrofit led baffles installed for some existing...
Kohring Electric
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Reviewed in January 2015
It was great. We had a problem with our outdoor lighting. The electrician replaced a few of the circuits and lines.
Waymar Construction & Remodeling Inc
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Reviewed in August 2014
Mike and his crew were very professional and timely. Pricing is fair and their work is impeccable. They definitely take pride in their work and have been available for repairs whenever they have been needed. I looked at several vendors / installers before choosing Artistic Outdoor...
Artistic Outdoor Lighting
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Reviewed in April 2014
Have used Shine-Brite twice per year for our window and light fixture cleaning.for many years. We have a large home with many windows, including a 20 foot tall window wall in our great room. They also clean 14 exterior coach lights, a large foyer chandelier, dust ceiling fans, etc. Their work...
Shine-Brite Inc
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Reviewed in November 2013
Both Jason and Megan were professional and awesome to work with. Megan was pleasant and responsive in scheduling the work and Jason showed up on time, calling me to let me know he was en route. The lighting installation was a bit tricky due to the lights I'd purchased and the layout of my...
Parker Electric
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Reviewed in October 2013
The crew arrived about an hour later than anticipated, but did call to say they were running late and provided a new arrival time. Once here, they provided a copy of the estimate, and quickly got to work. They worked their way around the exterior of the house, which has three stories and over...
L A McMahon Window Washing Inc
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Reviewed in June 2013
If I remember correctly, Dan, preformed the work and suggested some changes and recommended the type of under cabinet lights he would use if it were his home. He also recommended dimmers for all the lights in the kitchen. I am very happy with his work and his recommendations.
Reese Electric Inc
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