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Energy Usage | Lighting Upgrades | Electrical | Morristown
Brighten your Morristown property while shrinking utility bills with HEP’s expert lighting upgrades. Our team replaces outdated fixtures with high-efficiency LEDs, adds smart controls that dim or switch off lights when they’re not needed, and fine-tunes every circuit for peak performance. The result is immediate: crisper, more inviting illumination and energy savings you can see on the very next electric bill—often up to 70 % less lighting cost each month. Better still, LEDs last years longer than traditional bulbs, slashing maintenance headaches and keeping your spaces reliably lit.
HEP handles everything from incentive paperwork to safe, code-compliant installation, so upgrading is effortless for homeowners, businesses, and municipal buildings alike. Join the growing list of Morristown neighbors who’ve reduced their carbon footprint, boosted property value, and created healthier indoor environments simply by choosing our lighting upgrades service. Schedule your free assessment today and watch your bottom line—and your rooms—light up.
FAQs
What are the main benefits of upgrading to energy-efficient lighting in Morristown?
Switching to high-efficiency LEDs or advanced fluorescent systems can cut lighting electricity use by 50-80 %, reduce maintenance costs thanks to longer lamp life (often 50,000 hours or more), and improve light quality and comfort. In Morristown’s mixed climate, lower wattage fixtures also release less heat, easing the load on air-conditioning systems for additional summer savings. Better lighting can raise property value and help businesses meet New Jersey’s aggressive sustainability goals.
How much can I expect to save on my electric bill after a lighting upgrade?
Savings vary with building type and operating hours, but our data from recent Morristown projects show typical paybacks of 18-30 months. A replacement of T12 fluorescents with LEDs in a 20,000 ft² office cut annual lighting kWh by 67 %—about $0.95 per square foot—or roughly $19,000 each year at today’s JCP&L commercial rate. Homes switching from 60 W incandescents to 9 W LEDs can save $8-$10 per bulb annually if lights burn three hours daily.
Are LED retrofits compatible with my existing fixtures, or do I need to replace everything?
In many cases you can keep your current housings. We stock UL-listed LED lamps (T8, A-lamp, PAR, etc.) that fit directly into most sockets once any outdated ballasts are bypassed. Where aesthetics or photometrics require new fixtures—such as high-bay warehouse lights or architectural sconces—we offer one-for-one replacements sized to existing mounting points to minimize ceiling repair work. During the audit we verify voltage, dimming controls, and thermal clearance to ensure full compatibility.
Does Morristown or the State of New Jersey offer rebates or incentives for energy-efficient lighting?
Yes. Through New Jersey’s Clean Energy Program (NJCEP), commercial and multifamily properties can receive prescriptive rebates on qualifying LEDs (up to $100 per fixture) or custom incentives based on kWh reduced. Small businesses under 100 kW peak demand may qualify for 70-80 % of project costs covered via Direct Install. JCP&L’s Smart Energy Partners program also offers on-bill 0 % financing for 3-5 years. We prepare and submit all paperwork, so incentives appear as an instant discount on your proposal.
What is involved in an on-site lighting energy audit?
A certified lighting specialist walks your facility, counts fixtures, measures wattage, and logs burn hours by space type. We use light meters and IES standards to confirm proper illuminance and identify areas of over-lighting. You receive a comprehensive report outlining existing energy use, recommended upgrades, projected kWh and cost savings, available rebates, payback period, and photometric layouts when required by code. For homes, the audit typically takes one hour; for large commercial sites, 1-3 hours depending on size.
How long does installation take and will my business experience downtime?
Most residential projects are completed in a single visit. Commercial installations average 25-40 fixtures per technician per day. We schedule work after hours or in phases to keep critical areas lit and operational, and we maintain safety barriers while swapping lamps. Because LEDs produce less heat, no additional HVAC shutdowns are needed. All old lamps and ballasts are recycled in accordance with EPA and Morris County hazardous waste rules, so there is minimal disruption to your staff and customers.