Lighting Systems
Lighting Systems | Lighting Upgrades | Electrical | Kingston
Whether you’re modernizing a historic limestone storefront in downtown Kingston or streamlining energy costs at an industrial complex on the outskirts of the city, HEP delivers precision-engineered lighting upgrades that instantly brighten spaces and balance the books. Our certified electricians replace outdated fixtures with high-efficiency LEDs, smart controls, and surge-protected wiring, all calibrated to meet Ontario’s stringent codes. You’ll see colors pop truer, security cameras capture sharper images, and monthly hydro bills dip—often by 60 % or more—while our team handles everything from rebate paperwork to post-install performance checks.
Clients choose HEP because we’re locals who know Kingston’s climate quirks and power grid inside out. We schedule installations around your workflow, arrive with tidy, fully stocked service vans, and leave only when every lumen, sensor, and circuit is performing flawlessly. Upgrade once, and you’ll wonder how you ever worked in the dark.
FAQs
Why should I consider upgrading my existing lighting system?
Modern LED and smart–control technologies use up to 75 % less electricity than traditional fixtures and last 5–10 times longer. Besides lower hydro bills, upgrades improve light quality, reduce maintenance, and increase safety by meeting current Ontario Electrical Code illumination levels. In commercial settings, better lighting can also boost employee productivity and customer experience.
What kinds of lighting upgrades do you install in Kingston?
We supply and install high-efficiency LED troffers, panels, high-bays, wall packs, decorative pendants, exterior pole lights, and emergency/exit fixtures. Options include motion and daylight sensors, Bluetooth or DALI dimming, colour-tuning lamps, and complete smart-building controls that integrate with BAS systems. All products we carry are CSA/UL listed and approved for use in Ontario.
How much energy—and money—can I expect to save?
Savings vary by building type, run-time, and existing technology, but most Kingston clients see 40–70 % lower lighting kWh within the first utility cycle. For example, swapping 400 W metal-halide high-bays for 150 W LEDs in a warehouse cuts annual consumption by about 550 kWh per fixture—roughly $90 per year at current Kingston Hydro rates—while new controls deliver an additional 20–30 % reduction.
Do I need permits or inspections for a lighting upgrade?
Yes. Any alteration to fixed wiring in Ontario requires an Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) notification. As a licensed electrical contractor, we file the permit, perform the work to the Ontario Electrical Code, and coordinate the ESA inspection. For like-for-like lamp swaps that don’t alter wiring, no permit is necessary, but we still follow ESA best-practice guidelines.
What is the typical project timeline and level of disruption?
A small retail retrofit can be completed in one evening, while larger commercial or industrial sites may take 1-3 weeks. We begin with a free site audit and proposal, schedule work around your operating hours, and use lift equipment that minimizes ceiling damage. Most clients experience only brief, localized outages while old fixtures are removed and new circuits are tested.
Are rebates or incentives available, and do you handle the paperwork?
Yes. The Save on Energy Retrofit program currently offers incentives covering up to 50 % of eligible LED and control costs, and there are additional municipal incentives for heritage-district buildings in downtown Kingston. We complete all applications, pre-approvals, and post-installation M&V reports on your behalf, ensuring you receive the maximum rebate without administrative hassle.