Residential And Commercial
Residential And Commercial | Lighting Upgrades | Electrical | Hillsboro
Transform the way your Hillsboro home or business feels, functions, and saves with HEP’s expert lighting upgrades. Our licensed electricians replace outdated fixtures with high-efficiency LEDs, smart controls, and modern designs that instantly brighten rooms, cut energy bills, and reduce maintenance headaches. Whether you’re looking to create a warm residential ambiance, spotlight retail merchandise, or illuminate an entire warehouse floor, we tailor every solution to your space and your vision.
From the first on-site assessment to the final switch-on, HEP handles everything: detailed energy audits, fixture selection, rebate paperwork, code compliance, and meticulous installation that keeps your routine running. You’ll enjoy lower operating costs, a smaller carbon footprint, and lighting that simply looks better —backed by our local team’s fast response and solid warranties. Ready to see Hillsboro in a whole new light? Schedule your free consultation today and let’s upgrade your lighting together.
FAQs
What kinds of lighting upgrades do you provide for Hillsboro homes and businesses?
We design and install a full range of residential and commercial lighting solutions, including LED retrofits, new fixture installation, smart-lighting controls, occupancy sensors, daylight harvesting systems, exterior security lights, parking-lot pole lights, and emergency/exit lighting. Every project starts with a free on-site assessment so we can recommend products that meet Oregon Energy Code requirements and your specific brightness, color-temperature, and aesthetic goals.
How much can I expect to save by switching to high-efficiency LED lighting?
Most Hillsboro customers see lighting-related energy use drop 50–75 %. LEDs consume far less wattage than incandescent, halogen, or fluorescent lamps and last 25,000–50,000 hours, which slashes replacement and maintenance costs. For a typical 3-bedroom home that spends $40/month on lighting, savings average $20–$30 monthly. A 20,000-sq-ft commercial space can cut annual utility bills by $6,000–$10,000, giving paybacks in 1–3 years once incentives are applied.
Are permits or inspections required for lighting upgrades in Hillsboro?
Yes. Under the 2023 Oregon Electrical Specialty Code, any new branch circuit, panel modification, or exterior lighting installation requires an electrical permit. As a licensed and bonded Hillsboro contractor, we pull the permit, schedule City of Hillsboro or Washington County inspections, and provide you with final approval documentation. Simple lamp or ballast swaps typically do not need a permit, but any hard-wired change does.
What rebates or tax incentives are available for lighting retrofits in Washington County?
Energy Trust of Oregon offers cash incentives up to $0.30 per kWh saved for qualifying LED and control installations. Commercial customers may also receive custom incentives for advanced control systems. Residential customers can claim up to $60 per fixture for ENERGY STAR® LEDs. In addition, many Pacific Power and PGE ratepayers qualify for on-bill credits, and businesses can leverage the 179D federal tax deduction for energy-efficient commercial buildings. We manage all paperwork and rebate submittals on your behalf.
How long does a typical lighting upgrade project take from start to finish?
A whole-home LED conversion usually takes one day, while larger custom projects—such as adding dimming zones or smart-home automation—may run two to three days. For commercial facilities, we can complete a 10,000-sq-ft retrofit in five to seven evenings or weekends to avoid downtime. The overall timeline, including design, material procurement, and permitting, ranges from one to four weeks depending on product lead times and inspection scheduling.
Can you perform commercial lighting upgrades outside normal business hours?
Absolutely. We routinely schedule night, weekend, or holiday shifts to minimize disruptions for retail stores, offices, and industrial sites in Hillsboro. Our crew arrives with portable task lighting and all materials pre-staged so we can finish each area before employees return. We also create phased work plans to keep critical production lines or customer areas illuminated and safe throughout the project.