Light Up Your Life
The light-emitting diode, or LED, has been around a long time. Since the 1960s, LED lights have been in our remote controls and other electronics, and you may have spotted them giving a twinkling, multicolored display on Christmas trees.
While it’s popular in commercial use, LED has been slow to gain traction in homes. It used to be that the price was off-putting to some consumers, even if they understood the long-term savings. But LED bulbs have dropped dramatically in price and are now widely available.
If you’ve been thinking about switching to LED, you’re making a great decision. You don’t have to undo your current lighting system; you can retrofit to save time and money, and to have more design options.
Why LED is the Right Choice
You’ll see more clearly: LED lighting is exceptionally bright and clear. It’s ideal for use with dimmers because unlike fluorescent bulbs, LED bulbs maintain their color when dimmed.
You’ll save money: For all that beautiful brightness, LED bulbs use only 10 percent of the energy that traditional bulbs do. They also outlast any other bulb, running brightly for 10 years or more.
You’ll protect your health: Unlike other bulbs, LED bulbs contain no mercury, an element known to be harmful to humans. Ever wonder why you can’t recycle a fluorescent light bulb? The mercury makes it too dangerous. An LED bulb, on the other hand, is fully recyclable and contains no harmful chemicals.
You’ll save the planet: LED lights are a natural choice if you’re looking for a green electric solution. They’re low-energy, last a long time and can be safely recycled or disposed.
Designed for Living
- LED bulbs come in many different colors so you can enjoy using them as a true design element.
- LED lights come on quickly; you never have to wait for light when you need it.
- They’re waterproof and can be used to light outdoor displays, swimming pools and fountains.
Why Retrofitting Makes Sense
It’s better to retrofit your current system into LED than try to find lamps or other fixtures with the LED built in. Why is that?
Choices: Options for LED lamps were once limited, but they have continued to grow. The same is true of LED bulbs. You have many more options now when it comes to finding the right bulbs for your lighting system.
Color:: LED lights have a high color rendering index, or CRI, meaning they will show colors at their truest and most vivid. Some newer LED bulbs have a level of CRI that would be appropriate even for a photographer’s or artist’s studio. You can be confident that under your recessed LED lights, all of your home’s colors will look the way they are supposed to look.
Flexibility: Retrofitting lets you work with fixtures that you already own and love. Retrofit to save money and to create a green electric solution that is as beautiful as it is practical.
Make the Right Call
If you’re considering LED lighting for your home, you’re making a great call. Make another good call to us, at Southern Electrical Service Company, and find out how we can safely and efficiently convert your home to LED. You’ll be thrilled with the cost savings, design freedom and eco-friendly living that are all part of an LED light system.
Too many people have been left in the dark about the benefits of LED. Call us today to get a bright new outlook on your home lighting choices.