Lighting Upgrades
Lighting Upgrades for Your Home
Good lighting can completely change how your home feels. Whether you want a brighter kitchen, cozier living room, or a cleaner look with recessed lighting, updating your home’s lighting is one of the best ways to improve comfort and style. Lighting upgrades also help reduce energy use, improve visibility, and add value to your home.
Ward Electric has over 50 years of experience installing new lighting systems and repairing old ones across Kent County.
Recessed and Can Lighting for a Modern Look
Recessed or canned lighting is popular because it creates a clean, streamlined appearance while providing even light throughout a room.
Some of the most common places homeowners request recessed lighting include:
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Kitchens and dining rooms.
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Living rooms and basements.
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Bathrooms with moisture-rated fixtures.
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Hallways and staircases.
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Home offices and media rooms.
We help you pick the right layout, dimmer options, color temperature, and LED fixtures that fit your space beautifully.
Signs It Is Time for a Lighting Upgrade
If your lighting shows any of these signs, it may be time to update:
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Rooms still look dim even with the lights on.
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Flickering bulbs that will not stop.
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Lights that only work when you wiggle the switch.
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Outdated ceiling lights that feel bulky or yellow.
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High energy bills because of old fixtures.
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Too few outlets or switches in the right places.
A small lighting improvement can make your whole home feel fresh again.
Faulty Switches and Wiring Problems
Lighting issues are often more than just a bad bulb. These are common electrical signs that need attention:
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Hot or buzzing switches
This is often a loose connection starting to overheat.
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Sparks when turning a light on
A sign of an internal short.
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Lights flicker throughout the home
May indicate a wiring or panel issue.
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Dim lights in one area
Sometimes caused by voltage drops or overloaded circuits.
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Burn marks or discoloration around a switch
A clear warning that wires are overheating.
If you notice any of these, it is best to call a licensed electrician. It keeps your home safer and prevents bigger damage.
Lighting Repair and Installation Services
We handle everything from small fixes to full lighting redesigns. Our services include:
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Recessed and can lighting installation
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LED conversions for energy savings
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Ceiling fan and light combo upgrades
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Switch and dimmer installation
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Troubleshooting bad wiring and loose connections
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Under-cabinet lighting for kitchens
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Smart lighting solutions with app control
We help you keep everything up to code and tailored to how you actually use your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is recessed lighting safe in older homes?
Yes, if the right fixtures and wiring upgrades are part of the installation.
03 Can I replace a light fixture myself?
Some simple ones are okay, but for anything involving wiring upgrades or new circuits, it is safer to hire a licensed electrician.
02 Why do my lights flicker sometimes?
Loose wiring, overloaded circuits, or a weakening breaker can all be the cause.
04 Will new lighting help lower my electric bill?
Switching to LED and updating old fixtures can make a noticeable difference.
