Energy-efficient Lighting
Energy-efficient Lighting | Lighting Upgrades | Electrical | Monteagle
Brighten every corner of your Monteagle home or business while trimming utility costs with HEP’s energy-efficient expertise. Our licensed electricians evaluate your existing fixtures, recommend the smartest lighting upgrades, and handle installation from start to finish—so you can enjoy vivid, comfortable illumination without the sky-high electric bills. From warm LED retrofits in vintage cabins to motion-sensing security lights that keep wildlife and wanderers at bay, we tailor solutions to the Plateau’s unique charm and climate.
Customers across the mountain praise the instant savings and the peace of mind that comes with HEP’s five-star service. Ready to join them? Schedule your free assessment today, and let us show you how effortless lighting upgrades can make your space shine brighter, greener, and more affordably than ever.
FAQs
Why should I consider an energy-efficient lighting upgrade for my Monteagle home or business?
Lighting typically accounts for 15–30 % of total electricity use in Middle Tennessee buildings. Upgrading to modern LED or high-efficiency fluorescent fixtures can cut that portion by up to 70 %, which translates to lower monthly bills, less strain on HVAC systems, and a smaller carbon footprint. LEDs also last 25,000–50,000 hours—10–20 times longer than incandescent or halogen lamps—so you’ll spend dramatically less on lamp replacements and maintenance. In addition, efficient lighting improves light quality, enhances safety, and may boost property value.
What energy-efficient lighting products and services do you install?
Our licensed electricians supply and install a full line of ENERGY STAR® and DesignLights Consortium-certified (DLC) products, including: • A-type LED bulbs, PAR and BR flood lamps, and decorative lamps • Low-bay and high-bay LED fixtures for warehouses and gymnasiums • Flat-panel LED troffers and retrofit kits for lay-in ceilings • Outdoor area, wall-pack, canopy, and parking-lot luminaires with advanced optics • Smart controls such as dimmable drivers, motion sensors, daylight harvesting photocells, and networked lighting management systems • Exit signs, emergency egress lighting, and code-compliant backup power modules We also perform photometric design, fixture retrofits, new circuit runs, code upgrades, and safe disposal of old fluorescent tubes containing mercury.
How much money can I expect to save with an LED upgrade?
Savings depend on your existing fixtures, operating hours, and electric rate, but a typical Monteagle residence switching from 60 W incandescents to 9 W LEDs sees about $7–$8 in annual savings per bulb (at $0.12 ⁄ kWh and 3 h ⁄ day usage). A small business replacing forty 4-lamp T12 troffers with LED panels can reduce annual lighting energy from roughly 10,000 kWh to 3,500 kWh—about $780 in bill savings each year—while also eliminating dozens of lamp change-outs. Most projects achieve a simple payback of 1–3 years, after which the lowered utility costs are pure profit.
Are rebates or incentives available for lighting upgrades in the Monteagle area?
Yes. Customers served by Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative and other Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) distributors can apply for TVA EnergyRight® lighting incentives covering a portion of material and labor costs for qualifying LED retrofits and controls. The program typically pays $0.05–$0.12 per kWh saved in the first year or a fixed dollar amount per fixture. Commercial entities may also qualify for federal tax deductions under Internal Revenue Code §179D. Our team will prepare the energy analysis, complete the TVA application, and provide required documentation so you capture every available dollar.
Will I need to replace all my fixtures, or can existing housings be reused?
In many cases we can retrofit your current fixtures with LED retrofit kits or plug-and-play lamps, minimizing disruption and cost. However, if the housing or wiring is outdated, lacks proper grounding, or does not meet current National Electrical Code (NEC) standards, full fixture replacement may be safer and more efficient. During a free on-site assessment we inspect wiring, controls, ballast condition, ceiling grid integrity, and photometric performance, then recommend the most cost-effective mix of retrofits and new fixtures.
How long does a typical lighting upgrade take and what is the process?
A residential job involving 20–30 lamps can usually be completed in a single afternoon. Small commercial spaces (up to 5,000 sq ft) generally require one weekday or a weekend day to avoid business interruption, while large facilities may be phased over several nights to keep operations running. Our process is: 1) Free audit and proposal with energy-savings calculations; 2) Rebate and permit handling; 3) Scheduling around your hours; 4) Professional installation, recycling of old lamps, and code inspection; 5) Post-installation verification and utility rebate submission. You receive a turnkey upgrade with minimal downtime and a workmanship warranty backed by our local Monteagle electricians.