Lighting projects range from swapping a single fixture to designing a full recessed layout for a kitchen remodel. In Houston’s older homes, lighting work often reveals wiring surprises — ungrounded boxes, cloth wiring, overcrowded junction boxes — which is why fixture installation in a 1950s ranch is not always a simple swap.
Typical projects
Recessed (can) lighting in kitchens and living areas, pendant and chandelier installation, under-cabinet kitchen lighting, dimmers and smart switches, ceiling-mounted fixtures in rooms wired for fans, and exterior security and landscape lighting.
Get connected
Describe your project and your home’s age and we will connect you with an independent provider. They assess existing wiring, recommend an approach, and quote the work directly.
Good to know
LEDs changed the math on lighting
LED bulbs use up to 90% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than incandescent lighting, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. In a Houston home where lights run year-round, that adds up — and new fixtures no longer need to be sized around hot, high-wattage bulbs.
Choosing color temperature by room
| Space | Suggested range | Feel |
|---|---|---|
| Bedrooms, living rooms | 2700K | Warm, relaxed |
| Kitchens, bathrooms | 3000K | Neutral, clean |
| Garages, task areas, closets | 4000K | Bright, alert |
Before you call — have this ready
- Ceiling height and whether the fixtures are new locations or replacements
- Whether you want dimmers — and if so, dimmable-rated LED fixtures
- Fixture weight for ceiling mounts — heavy fixtures and fans need rated support boxes
Frequently asked questions
Most projects involving new circuits, panels, generators, or rewiring require a permit through the Houston Permitting Center; like-for-like device swaps generally do not. The independent provider confirms the requirement for your address and pulls the permit when one is needed.
We do not publish or set prices. The provider you are connected with inspects the situation and gives you a written estimate directly — that is the number to evaluate, and you are free to decline it.
Scheduling is set by the provider, and we do not promise response times. When you call, we connect you with a provider covering your area, and they confirm availability and timing with you directly.
Anything involving burning smells, scorch marks, buzzing, or exposed or wet wiring should be treated as urgent — stop using the affected circuit and call today; for sparking, smoke, or fire, call 911 first. Non-urgent projects like lighting installation in houston are usually fine to plan at normal pace.