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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Q: How much does under-cabinet lighting cost?

<div>Typically, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/are-leds-good-option-kitchen-cabinet-lighting.htm">under-cabinet lighting costs</a> about $265 on average, ranging from $230 to $300, depending on the type of lights, fixtures, and amount of electrical work required. Additional cost factors include the removal of old lighting, energy costs related to the type of light bulbs, and the replacement of light bulbs as they burn out. Here are the average lighting costs by type:<ul><li>LED Puck Lights: $25 per fixture</li><li>LED Strip Lights: $20 per 8-foot strip</li><li>Xenon Fixtures: $50 per unit</li><li>Fluorescent Lighting: $12 to $50 per unit</li></ul></div>

Q: How much does it cost to install a light fixture?

<div>On average, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-lighting-fixture.htm">cost to install a light fixture</a> is about $550, ranging from about $160 to $950, depending on the number of lights and the type of light bulbs and fixtures. You should consider other cost factors like your home&rsquo;s location, electrical and drywall work required to install the fixture, and removal of old fixtures when creating a budget for this project. Keep in mind that replacing a light fixture typically costs less than installing one for the first time.</div>

Q: How much does it cost to install recessed lighting?

<div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-recessed-lighting.htm">Recessed lighting installation costs</a> about $360 on average, with a typical price range between $100 and $480, depending on labor cost in your area, required wiring, and the type of bulb. The cost to hire an electrician to install recessed lighting is typically $200 to $250 per fixture. If your electrical pro charges per hour, expect to pay $85 to $105 per hour for this service. Other cost factors include:<ul><li>Ceiling material</li><li>Housing type</li><li>Trim type</li><li>Bulb type</li><li>Materials</li><li>Accessibility</li><li>Permits</li></ul></div>

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Reviewed in August 2019
I found Electric City on Angie's List and chose them because of their high rating. An exterior fan, on a switch leg we had wiring problems with in the past, stopped working. To save the cost of a second service call, Electric city told us to buy a fan just in case it wasn't the wiring this time...
Electric City
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Reviewed in May 2012
He was on Angie's List. He is very, very speedy; he gets a lot done in just a few hours. He is very reasonable. Just for normal home maintenance, I am going to have him out every spring and every fall. He charges on an hourly rate and it was very reasonable. I got like 6-8 headaches taken care...
Shane's Handyman Service
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Reviewed in February 2022
They installed all the wiring, outlets and light fixtures in my home. Very pleased with their service!
Ample Electric
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Reviewed in March 2012
They did a fantastic job. We would highly recommend them. We couldn't believe the cost; it was nominal. We would absolutely use them again.
Lewis Electric
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Reviewed in June 2011
We wanted security lighting installed. We purchased the lights at Lowe's and asked the neighbors who they would have install them. They suggested All Phase. They were there on time to install them and did a good job. We are happy with their work and pricing.
All Phase Electric
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Reviewed in June 2012
There were NO problems throughout the process. I found Morgan Electric through Angie's List and would highly recommend them. They responded quickly to my request for an estimate, scheduled the work quickly, completed the work in less time than expected and did a very professional job.
MORGAN ELECTRIC
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Reviewed in July 2019
Great! Nick is extremely professional and really knowledgeable. From the beginning of the project, he is very good at communicating quotes, time of arrivals, plans and estimated time to complete. He had everything he needed to complete the job when he showed up For the job and explained...
Campbell & Son Electric LLC
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Reviewed in February 2014
The entire procedure went smoothly and quickly. These guys are very professional. Being friendly and courteous also help. They did what they said when they said they would do it.
Missing Shingle
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