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The installation cost for a light fixture varies depending on its type. While most installations require a professional, the complexity and price can differ. Here are some common light fixture types and their typical installation costs:

• Ceiling-mounted fixtures: $90–$230

• Chandeliers: $300–$2,000

• Fluorescent lights: $85–$220

• Light bars: $330–$440

• Pendant lights: $95–$250

• Recessed lights: $125–$230

• Track lighting: $100–$250

• Wall-mounted lights: $90–$250

Under-cabinet lights are typically affixed to mounts that are drilled into the cabinet using screws. Cable staples are used to secure the cords in place. Alternatively, tape lights can be attached directly to the underside of the cabinet using adhesive. These installation methods provide secure and versatile—and potentially removable—options for illuminating your kitchen space.

Just as fluorescent lights are more efficient than incandescent lights, LED lights are more efficient to run than fluorescent lights. The specifics will vary from product to product, but LED lights are typically twice as efficient as equivalent fluorescent lights. A 13-watt CFL bulb can replace a 60-watt incandescent bulb, but a 6- to 8-watt LED bulb can offer the same amount of brightness. Fluorescent lights offer about 50 lumens per watt, while LEDs offer about 100 lumens per watt. LED light bulbs typically last two to three times as long as CFL bulbs, too. 

Installing recessed lights requires you to cut holes in the ceiling, create an electrical wiring connection, install the fixture, and connect it to your service panel. It should only be done by those with electrical skills, due to the safety concerns it presents. 

If you feel uneasy about taking it on yourself, it’s recommended to contact a local technician to complete the installation for you.