“Good work, reasonable, prompt AND pleasure to work with. Highly recommended.”
Job: Outlets, GFCIs, meter box and breakers to bring an old house up to code
ML
Marc L.
Philadelphia, PA
Recessed Lighting
Recessed Lighting Installation in Philadelphia & the Main Line
Dark kitchen corners and one sad ceiling fixture? Recessed LED lights spread even, clean light across a room, and a good layout makes the difference between bright and glaring.
Lic. #37352
City of Philadelphia L&I
ICC Certified
Commercial Electrical Inspector
Built to the NEC
Code-compliant installs
5 Service Areas
Philadelphia & the Main Line
Know the Signs
How Many Recessed Lights Does a Room Need?
It depends on the room's size, the ceiling height and what you do there. A common starting point is to space lights about half the ceiling height apart, so an 8 foot ceiling gets lights roughly 4 feet apart. Kitchens need focused light over counters and the sink, not just a grid in the middle of the room. Living rooms often look best with fewer lights and dimmers. Basements with low ceilings call for slim wafer lights that fit between joists. Too many lights wash a room out, while too few leave dark corners and shadows on the counter where you chop food. Electrical Hazards, Inc. draws a quick layout on paper before cutting any holes, which saves you from patching mistakes later.
Layout Rules of Thumb
- Spacing about half the ceiling height
- Task light over counters and sinks
- Start 2 to 3 feet from walls
- Dimmers in living spaces
- Wafer lights for low basements
How We Do It
Safe Installs in Old Ceilings and Tight Attics
Recessed lights sit inside your ceiling, so heat and insulation matter. Under NEC 410.116, fixtures need proper clearance from combustible materials unless the manufacturer rates them for insulation contact. We use IC-rated, airtight fixtures wherever insulation is present, which also stops warm air from leaking into the attic. Older Philadelphia homes bring extra challenges, like plaster ceilings, odd joist spacing and old wiring above. We check what is up there before we cut. Each run gets proper support and connections in an accessible junction box. We hold City of Philadelphia license #37352 and pull permits where the job needs them. We also match each dimmer to the fixtures, which is the most common cause of LED flicker and hum.
Built Into Every Install
- IC-rated, airtight fixtures
- Clearances per NEC 410.116
- Ceiling and attic checked first
- Accessible junction boxes
- Dimmers matched to LED drivers
Why It Pays Off
Better Light That Adds Value
Good lighting changes how a room feels and how buyers see it. Recessed LEDs make kitchens look bigger, brighten work areas and give living rooms a clean, finished ceiling. They also save energy. The U.S. Department of Energy says residential LEDs use at least 75% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than incandescent bulbs. That means fewer ladder trips to replace burned-out lights. If you are remodeling, add recessed lights while the ceiling is open, and the job gets faster and cleaner. If your ceiling already has drywall or plaster, we work through small openings and leave the room ready for touch-up paint. Either way, you get a lighting plan built for the way you use the room.
Popular Projects
- Kitchen task and ambient light
- Living and family rooms
- Finished basements
- Hallways and stairwells
- Accent light over art or shelves
Planning New Lighting?
Call (267) 977-2106 or send a photo and the rough size of the room. We will suggest a layout, explain your fixture and dimmer options, and give you a written quote before cutting a single hole in your ceiling.
Step by Step
Our Lighting Process
01
Room Walk-Through
We look at the ceiling, the attic above and how you use the space.
02
Layout on Paper
We mark fixture spots, switch locations and dimmer options for you to approve.
03
Clean Install
We cut only where planned, run new wiring and install IC-rated LED fixtures.
04
Dim & Test
We set up dimmers, check for flicker and test every light before we leave.
Why Us
Why Clients Choose Our Lighting Work
Great lighting starts with planning. Here is what we bring to every room.
Philadelphia Lic. #37352
ICC Certified Commercial Electrical Inspector on our team
EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm
NAT-F164781-2 · lead-safe practices in pre-1978 homes
Plan First, Cut Second
You approve a layout before we make any holes.
Flicker-Free Results
We match dimmers and fixtures so LEDs dim smoothly.
Attic Safety
IC-rated, airtight fixtures go wherever insulation is present.
Neat Finish
Clean cuts, drop cloths and a room ready for touch-up paint.
Services
Lighting Services
We install and update recessed lighting for every kind of room.
New Recessed Lights
Add LED recessed lights to finished or open ceilings.
Wafer & Canless LEDs
Slim fixtures for low basements and tight joist spaces.
Kitchen Lighting Plans
Task, ambient and under-cabinet lighting that works together.
Dimmer Installation
LED-compatible dimmers for smooth, quiet control.
Exterior Soffit Lights
Recessed lights in porch ceilings and soffits.
Reviews
Client Testimonials
“TOTALLY SATISFIED. Great price, work was completed on time and very professional.”
Job: New 220-volt line
S
Sean
Philadelphia, PA
“It's all I was looking for: great price, professional, and done right…”
Job: 220-volt line
S
Sean
Philadelphia, PA · repeat customer
Service Area
Areas We Serve
We install recessed lighting in homes across Philadelphia, Lower Merion, Upper Merion, Wayne and Berwyn, from rowhome kitchens to finished Main Line basements. Choose your area to see how we work locally and which permit office applies to your home.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you install recessed lights in a finished ceiling?
Yes. We plan the layout around joists and fish wiring through small openings, so you don't need to tear out the ceiling.
What does IC-rated mean?
An IC-rated fixture is built to touch insulation safely. We use them anywhere insulation is present above the ceiling.
Why do some LED lights flicker on a dimmer?
The dimmer and the LED driver don't match. We use dimmers listed for the fixtures we install, which stops the flicker and buzz.
Are wafer lights as good as can lights?
For most homes, yes. Wafer lights are slim, bright and great for low ceilings. Can lights still make sense for some accent and trim styles.
Do recessed lights let heat into the attic?
Older non-airtight cans can. Modern airtight fixtures seal that gap and help keep heating and cooling bills down.
Request a Callback
Leave your name and number, tell us a little about the job, and one of our electricians will call you back.
- (267) 977-2106
- 145 W Swedesford Rd #1123, Wayne, PA 19087
- Philadelphia Electrical Contractor Lic. #37352
- mal@electrical-hazards.com