Energy-efficient Future
Energy-efficient Future | Lighting Upgrades | Electrical | Dayton
Brighten Dayton’s future while trimming your energy bills with HEP’s forward-thinking electrical solutions. Our team replaces outdated fixtures with high-efficiency LEDs, smart controls, and responsive daylight harvesting technology that adapts to your space in real time. You’ll see richer, more comfortable light, lower maintenance costs, and immediate savings on every utility statement—all while shrinking your carbon footprint and boosting property value.
From family homes in Kettering to manufacturing floors along the Great Miami River, we tailor every project to your goals and budget. Certified electricians handle design, installation, and rebate paperwork so you can sit back and watch the meter slow down. Ready to get started? Reach out for a complimentary site assessment and discover how seamless lighting upgrades can power a cleaner, more cost-effective tomorrow.
FAQs
What are the main benefits of upgrading to energy-efficient lighting in my Dayton home or business?
Switching to high-efficiency LEDs or advanced fluorescent systems typically cuts lighting energy use by 50–80 %. Besides lower utility bills, you gain longer lamp life (often 25,000–50,000 hours), reduced maintenance, better light quality, and a smaller carbon footprint. Modern fixtures also generate less heat, easing the load on air-conditioning during Dayton’s humid summers.
Which energy-saving lighting technologies do you recommend for the Dayton climate and building types?
For most residential and commercial spaces we specify ENERGY STAR–rated LED lamps, integrated LED fixtures, and networked smart controls. High-bay LEDs suit warehouses and manufacturing plants, while tunable-white LEDs enhance offices, schools, and healthcare settings. Exterior areas benefit from DLC-listed LED wall packs and pole lights with adaptive photocells and motion sensors—rugged enough to handle Dayton’s temperature swings and winter precipitation.
Are there rebates or incentives available in the Dayton area for lighting upgrades?
Yes. Dayton Power & Light (AES Ohio) periodically offers prescriptive and custom rebates for qualifying LED retrofits and controls. In addition, Ohio’s Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program can finance larger projects through property tax assessments. On the federal level, the Section 179D tax deduction (up to $1.88 / ft² in 2024) rewards energy-efficient improvements. Our team will prepare the paperwork, submit rebate applications, and verify installed equipment to make sure you capture every available dollar.
How does the upgrade process work and will it disrupt daily operations?
1. Free on-site assessment: We audit existing fixtures, measure light levels, and review your utility bills. 2. Proposal & ROI report: You receive a fixture schedule, projected energy savings, rebate estimates, and payback period. 3. Scheduling: Work is staged after hours or in low-traffic zones to minimize downtime. 4. Installation: Old lamps/ballasts are removed and recycled responsibly; new fixtures and controls are installed, labeled, and tested. 5. Commissioning: We program occupancy sensors and smart controls, then train your staff. Most small offices or retail stores are upgraded in a single evening; larger facilities may require phased work over several nights or weekends.
Can my existing electrical system handle new high-efficiency fixtures, or will I need panel upgrades?
Because LEDs draw significantly less current than legacy lighting, most circuits actually become less loaded after the retrofit. We still perform a load calculation and verify neutral capacities, breaker ratings, and grounding. Only in older buildings with obsolete wiring or insufficient spare breakers might we recommend panel upgrades or new low-voltage control wiring. Any required electrical work is incorporated into the project scope and priced up-front.
What kind of savings and payback period should I expect from an LED lighting upgrade?
Savings depend on hours of operation, utility rates, and existing fixture types. In typical Dayton office or retail settings: • Energy savings: 50–70 % (1–3 kWh/ft² annually) • Maintenance savings: 1–2 lamp replacements per fixture avoided each year • Simple payback: 1–4 years after rebates and tax incentives After payback, every watt saved goes straight to your bottom line, and LEDs continue performing at 70 % of initial lumens for 10–15 years.