Energy Costs
Energy Costs | Lighting Upgrades | Electrical | Evensville
Discover how HEP is helping Evensville homeowners slash monthly utility bills and boost comfort through targeted lighting upgrades. Our team replaces outdated fixtures with high-efficiency LEDs, installs smart controls that dim or switch off lights automatically, and fine-tunes every circuit to eliminate wasted watts. The result is a brighter, more inviting home that uses up to 75% less electricity—savings you’ll see on the very next bill.
Beyond the dollars, people choose HEP for trustworthy electricians, clean workmanship, and guidance on available rebates that can offset much of the project cost. From the free initial assessment to the final switch-on, we handle everything so you can relax and enjoy perfect, energy-smart illumination for years to come.
FAQs
Which lighting upgrades deliver the biggest energy-cost savings in Evensville?
Replacing older incandescent, halogen, or T12/T8 fluorescent fixtures with high-efficiency LED lamps and luminaires delivers the greatest reduction in electrical costs—typically 50-70 %. Adding smart controls such as dimmers, occupancy sensors, and daylight harvesting can push total savings past 80 % by ensuring lights run only when needed.
How much money can a typical Evensville home or business save after converting to LED lighting?
For homes, annual electric-bill reductions average $150–$300, depending on how many bulbs are changed and local usage patterns. Commercial facilities—especially warehouses, retail stores, and offices—often save $0.25–$0.50 per square foot each year. A 20,000-sq-ft warehouse in Evensville, for example, can cut its lighting portion of the bill by $5,000–$8,000 annually.
What is the usual payback period on a lighting-upgrade investment?
Because LEDs have fallen sharply in price and Evensville’s utility rates hover around 12–13¢/kWh, most retrofit projects recoup their cost in 1–3 years. Adding available rebates (see below) often shortens simple payback to well under 24 months, while larger 24/7 facilities may see payback in as little as 12 months.
Are there rebates or incentives for energy-efficient lighting in Evensville?
Yes. CenterPoint Energy (formerly Vectren) offers prescriptive and custom rebates covering LED lamps, high-bay fixtures, troffers, and advanced controls. Incentives typically range from $2 to $150 per fixture, depending on wattage reduced. The federal Investment Tax Credit (179D) and accelerated depreciation (Section 168 bonus) can further offset costs for qualifying commercial buildings. Our team handles all paperwork to ensure you receive the maximum incentives.
Will switching to LEDs change the brightness or color of my space?
Modern LED products are available in every common brightness level and color temperature (2700 K warm white to 5000 K daylight). During our site audit we measure existing light levels and recommend units that match or improve illumination. High-CRI (color-rendering index) LEDs preserve true color, making merchandise, work areas, and architectural finishes look their best—often better than with older fluorescent or HID lamps.
How disruptive is the installation process for my home or business?
We schedule work during off-peak hours or after closing to minimize downtime. Most screw-in lamps and tube replacements are completed in minutes, while fixture swaps take 15–30 minutes each. For large commercial projects we stage installation by area, keeping critical operations lit at all times. All old lamps and ballasts are recycled in accordance with Indiana environmental regulations, leaving your space clean and fully illuminated with new, energy-saving lighting.