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Lighting Installation in Raleigh, NC
Recessed cans, chandeliers, pendants, landscape, and security lighting — hung on rated support, dimmed without flicker, and wired to code by one licensed crew.
Last Updated: September 2026
Rated SupportVerified before hanging
LED-Matched DimmingNo buzz, no flicker
Inside & OutSix fixture families, one crew
Hung Level. Wired Right.Every fixture on support rated for its weight.
NC Licensed L.32531Electrical Contractor
$1M / $2M CoverageGeneral Liability Insurance
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Since 20186,000+ Jobs Completed
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Lighting Installation Overview
One crew for every fixture in the house: recessed cans, chandeliers, pendants, flush mounts, landscape lighting, and motion-activated security floods. We verify ceiling box ratings before anything heavy goes up, match dimmers to LED loads so nothing buzzes or flickers, and leave every fixture level, bright, and wired to code.
Rated Support
Chandeliers and heavy fixtures hang from boxes verified for their weight — never guessed.
Flicker-Free Dimming
Dimmers matched to LED loads — smooth control without buzz, chatter, or shimmer.
Every Fixture Type
Recessed, pendant, chandelier, landscape, and security — one visit can cover them all.
When To Schedule Lighting Installation Service
Lighting projects range from a single fixture swap to a whole-room recessed layout. Book professional installation if any of these apply:
Layered LightAmbient, task, and accent in one plan.
50 lbs
Fixture Weight Where Standard Boxes Max Out
Signs You Should Book This Service
- New fixtures are purchased and waiting for install
- A room needs recessed lighting where none exists
- A heavy chandelier is going where a light fixture was
- Existing lights buzz, flicker, or dim poorly on LEDs
- Dark exterior areas need security or landscape lighting
- A remodel moved the table and the light no longer lines up
Common Reasons Homeowners Book This Service
Recessed layouts, chandelier and pendant installs over islands and entries, landscape and security floods outside, and dimmer upgrades that finally work with LEDs.
Service Process
How Lighting Installation Gets Completed Properly
Every lighting project in Raleigh, NC starts above the ceiling or behind the wall — support, box fill, and circuit capacity get verified before the first fixture is hung.
Built for Weight, Wired for ControlRated boxes under heavy fixtures, matched dimmers on every LED load, and clean terminations that never flicker.
1
Layout & Support Check
We confirm fixture weights against box ratings, plan recessed can spacing and switching, and verify circuit capacity — including attic or crawl access for new wiring.
Box ratings verified
Layout planned with you
2
Mounting & Wiring
Fixtures are assembled, hung on rated support, and wired with proper strain relief; chains, downrods, and canopy heights get set to the room — level and centered.
Wired to code
Hung level and centered
3
Dimming & Final Testing
Every switch and dimmer is tested through its full range with your actual bulbs, outdoor fixtures are aimed after dark levels are considered, and the work area leaves clean.
Full-range dim test
Aim and level confirmed
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Single fixtures to whole-home lighting plans — most installs finish the same day.
What We Install
Every Fixture Type, One Licensed Crew
From a single vanity light to a whole-home lighting plan in Raleigh, NC — these are the six fixture families we install every week, and one visit can combine any of them.
Recessed Lighting
Layouts planned for even coverage — remodel cans in finished ceilings with minimal drywall disturbance, dimmed as one zone.
Chandeliers
Weight-rated boxes verified or upgraded before hanging, chain and canopy set to the room, two-story foyers included.
Pendant Lighting
Islands and breakfast bars measured and centered — matched heights, clean alignment, and switching that makes sense.
Fixtures & Flush Mounts
Vanities, closets, hallways, and exterior sconces — swapped or added with proper boxes and strain relief.
Landscape Lighting
Low-voltage path, uplight, and deck systems with weather-rated transformers and buried runs done neatly.
Security & Flood Lights
Motion-activated LED floods aimed to cover approaches without blinding neighbors — wired, sealed, and tested after dark settings.
Cost Overview
Lighting Installation Pricing Guidance
Lighting installation pricing in Raleigh, NC depends on the fixture type and what's above the ceiling. These are the factors that set the number.
Fixture Type & WeightA flush-mount swap is the low end; chandeliers needing rated support, multi-can recessed layouts, and exterior circuits price higher.
Existing Wiring or NewReplacing where wiring exists is quick; new switch legs, new recessed circuits, or first-time exterior runs add wiring work.
Ceiling Height & AccessTwo-story foyers, vaulted ceilings, and tight attic access take more time and staging equipment.
Typical Price Range
$150 – $1,000
- Per-fixture guidance: swaps from $150, chandeliers $250–$1,000, recessed cans and exterior fixtures quoted per layout
- Fixtures supplied by you or quoted separately — final price confirmed onsite
Service Details
What’s Included / What’s Not
Complete transparency on scope: here’s what a standard lighting installation visit covers—and the finish work that belongs to other trades.
Included
Support VerificationCeiling box ratings checked against fixture weight before anything hangs — rated boxes installed when needed.
Removal, Mounting, and WiringOld fixtures taken down, new ones assembled, hung level and centered, and wired with proper connectors and strain relief.
Standard Connectors and SuppliesWire nuts, mounting hardware, and the everyday materials a typical install needs are in the price.
Dimmer Testing and CleanupFull-range dim testing with your bulbs, packaging hauled off, and the room left the way we found it — but brighter.
Not Included
The Fixtures ThemselvesYou pick fixtures that match your style; we're glad to advise on sizes and can quote supply for bigger projects.
Drywall RepairPatching, texture matching, and repairs beyond the fixture footprint are a separate trade.
Painting Touch-UpsPaint blending around replaced fixtures or removed medallions is finish work outside electrical scope.
Structural ModificationsFraming changes beyond standard blocking or bracing are quoted separately when a fixture demands them.
Service Options
Optional Add-Ons for Lighting Installation
Commonly added during lighting work in Raleigh, NC based on what the room — and the wiring behind it — actually needs.
Dimmer or Smart Switch
LED-rated dimmers or app-and-voice smart switches wired in the same visit — the upgrade that ends flicker for good.
Extended Wiring Run
New switch legs, relocated boxes over a moved table, or extra cans added to an existing layout — quoted before we cut.
Motion Security Package
Motion-activated floods over driveways and doors added while we're on the ladder — aimed and tested for you.
Local Coverage
Proudly Serving Raleigh, NC & The Surrounding Triangle
Electric All Pro provides professional lighting installation services throughout Raleigh, NC and the surrounding Triangle. Select your city below to confirm we service your area.
Raleigh, NC
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Knightdale, NC
Garner, NC
Clayton, NC
Holly Springs, NC
Fuquay-Varina, NC
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Zebulon, NC
Rolesville, NC
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Electrical Standards
Lighting Installation NEC Code Requirements
Fixture work must comply with the National Electrical Code governing support, box fill, switching, and wiring methods — the rules that keep a beautiful fixture from becoming a hazard.
1. Support Rated For The Fixture
Standard ceiling boxes support fixtures up to 50 lbs; anything heavier must hang from a box listed for its weight or from independent structural support.
NEC Ref: 314.27(A)
Outlet boxes used as the sole support of a luminaire shall be listed and rated for the weight supported.
2. Box Fill Limits
Conductors inside the ceiling box can't exceed its volume limits — overcrowded boxes build heat and stress connections, a classic cause of flicker.
NEC Ref: 314.16
Box volume shall be sufficient for the number and size of conductors, devices, and fittings contained.
3. Controls Rated For The Load
Switches and dimmers must be rated for what they control — an underrated or mismatched dimmer overheats, buzzes, and fails early on LED loads.
NEC Ref: 404.14
Switches and dimmers shall be of the type and rating suitable for the load and use intended.
4. Approved Wiring & Strain Relief
Fixture wiring must use approved methods with proper strain relief — connections that loosen with movement arc, flicker, and eventually fail.
NEC Ref: 410.62
Cord-connected and fixture wiring shall be secured, protected, and terminated with approved fittings.
Our License: NC Electrical Contractor License L.32531
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common Asked Questions
Common questions from Raleigh homeowners about lighting installation.
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How much does lighting installation cost in Raleigh?
Fixture swaps start around $150; chandelier installs run $250–$1,000 depending on weight, height, and support work; recessed lighting and exterior fixtures are quoted per layout. Every quote is confirmed before work starts.
Can you install a chandelier where there's only a light fixture now?
Usually yes — the key is the ceiling box. We verify its weight rating first and, if the chandelier is heavier, install rated support or a fan/fixture brace before hanging it.
Can you add recessed lighting to a finished ceiling?
Yes. With attic access above, most rooms can get remodel-style cans with minimal drywall disturbance. We plan spacing, switching, and dimming with you before cutting anything.
Why do my LED lights flicker on the dimmer?
Most flicker on dimmed LEDs comes from an old incandescent-era dimmer driving a load it wasn't designed for. Swapping to a compatible LED-rated dimmer fixes it in most homes — usually a same-visit repair.
Do you install landscape and security lighting too?
Yes — motion-activated floods, soffit fixtures, and low-voltage landscape systems, including new exterior circuits with weather-rated boxes and in-use covers where needed.
Who supplies the fixtures?
Either way works. Most homeowners pick their own fixtures; we're glad to recommend sizes and styles that fit the room, and we can quote supply for larger projects.