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 2015
Excellent service. Jason took care of all the needed work quickly and efficiently. He responded quickly and arrived when scheduled.
Cravenho Construction & Building
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Reviewed in March 2021
What a fantastic company! Daniel gave me an estimate swiftly, had terrific suggestions on the best recessed lighting for my space and visual issues, and did the work right away and to perfection, all at a price better (in one case dramatically lower) than everyone else. And he was really nice! I...
Bright & Right Electrical Services
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Reviewed in October 2019
The project is about 50% complete at this time and we can’t say enough about our wonderful experience with Jackson Construction (Dorson Jackson). This is our first experience with new construction and/or remodeling. Dorson has guided us through planning our project to meet our “vision”. HIs vast...
Jackson Construction
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Reviewed in February 2019
Extremely happy with the new addition to our home. We added a mother-in-law suite, craft room, bonus room, mudroom and remodeled the kitchen. He was very professional throughout the entire process and helped us navigate through some unusual situations. He was very conscious about noise levels...
Spaeth Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2015
He is a very good electrician and gives an excellent price.UPDATE... THANK YOU FOR MY SECURITY ALARMS AND LIGHTING YOU AND KATHY ARE THE BEST.
D JOHNSTON ELECTRIC
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Reviewed in June 2007
The removal and installation of the granite tiles went as expected. It was a mess during the day but cleaned up at night. The worst problem experienced was the lack of a kitchen sink and stove.
LANCO ENTERPRISES INC
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Reviewed in April 2012
This was a large, multi-part job: major bathroom and partial basement remodel, major plumbing, electrical, flooring, drywall, tiling. The job was complicated by the main floor bathroom being so small which made bringing in a pre-fab shower very difficult. I didn't want to expand the...
A Helping Hand Home Maintenance Co LLC
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Reviewed in June 2005
ROSE CITY SOUND & LIGHTING HAS ALWAYS GIVEN US RELIABLE ADVICE AND HAS PROVIDED TOP-QUALITY PRODUCTS AND SERVICE THROUGH THE YEARS. THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR PHONE OR ON-SITE ASSESSMENTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS.
ROSE CITY SOUND & LIGHTING
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Reviewed in September 2016
It looks good. The sink leaked and it leaked around the faucet but they came back and caulked so I think it was fixed. I showed one of their workers two small scratches on the granite and he said it was metal transfer so he put Formula 409 on it which got rid of scratches but left a dull spot....
Casa Bella Interiors
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