Smart Lighting
Smart Lighting | Lighting Upgrades | Electrical | Philadelphia
Transform the way you see and feel every space with HEP’s smart lighting electrical solutions—crafted specifically for homes and businesses across Philadelphia. Our team blends advanced LED technology with motion sensors, dimming controls, and intuitive automation to create brilliant atmospheres that cut energy costs by up to 70 %. Whether you’re modernizing a historic rowhome, brightening a Center City office, or elevating a new construction project, we design, install, and fine-tune systems that respond to your lifestyle and boost long-term sustainability.
From the first walk-through to post-installation support, HEP makes lighting upgrades seamless and stress-free. You’ll receive a tailored plan that maximizes rebates, meets all local codes, and integrates effortlessly with existing electrical networks. Let us illuminate your property with smarter, safer, and more efficient light—so you can enjoy lower utility bills, enhanced comfort, and the warm glow of a greener Philadelphia.
FAQs
What are the main benefits of upgrading to smart lighting in my Philadelphia home or business?
Smart lighting combines high-efficiency LED technology with programmable controls, producing up to 75% energy savings, longer lamp life (25,000–50,000 hours), and lower maintenance costs. You also gain convenient features such as app or voice control, automated schedules, occupancy sensing, and tunable white or color-changing scenes that improve comfort, productivity, and security.
How much money and energy can I realistically save compared with my existing lighting?
Typical Philadelphia properties switching from incandescent or fluorescent fixtures to smart LEDs see electric-lighting consumption drop 50-80%. With PECO’s average commercial kWh rate of ≈13¢ and residential rate of ≈16¢, that can translate to $200–$700 per 1,000 ft² annually at home and $0.50–$1.50 per ft² in commercial spaces. Added control strategies (dimming, vacancy sensors, daylight harvesting) deliver an extra 10–30% in savings.
Do I have to replace all of my fixtures, or can smart lighting integrate with what I already have?
In many cases we can retrofit your existing fixtures with smart LED lamps or internal drivers and add wireless control modules—eliminating the need to open walls or run new conduit. If your luminaires are outdated, inefficient, or incompatible with smart drivers, complete fixture replacement may be recommended. During a free on-site assessment we identify which option is most cost-effective while meeting Philadelphia Electrical Code and Title 6 energy requirements.
Are rebates or incentives available in Philadelphia for lighting upgrades?
Yes. PECO’s Act 129 Smart Ideas Program offers prescriptive and custom rebates on qualifying LED fixtures, sensors, and networked lighting controls—often covering 20–60% of project costs. Residential customers can also receive instant discounts at participating retailers. Our team handles all paperwork, utility pre-approvals, and post-installation verification so you can receive your rebate check within 6–8 weeks.
How long does installation usually take and will it disrupt my daily routine?
A typical single-family home retrofit is finished in one day. Small offices or retail spaces take 1–3 days, while larger commercial facilities may require phased work over nights or weekends. We schedule around your operating hours, use dust-free practices, and test each zone before we leave so you experience minimal downtime and no unexpected power interruptions.
Do I need Wi-Fi or a smart-home hub to operate my new lighting system?
Most smart lighting platforms communicate via Bluetooth Mesh, Zigbee, or Thread and include wall keypads that work even when the internet is down. Wi-Fi or a hub is only necessary if you want remote off-site control, voice integration with Alexa/Google, or advanced energy analytics. We design the system according to your connectivity preferences and provide training so you can manage your lights confidently from day one.