Recessed Lighting Upgrade
Raleigh, NC
We installed 28 recessed LED lights across the main living areas with dimmer controls on every zone — clean ceiling cuts, concealed wiring, and a bright, modern result.
Project Snapshot
27609
1990s
Dimmers & Concealed Wiring
Permit & Final Inspection Passed
2025
Project Overview
This Raleigh home relied on a handful of dated fixtures and floor lamps, leaving the main living areas dim and uneven. The homeowners wanted bright, layered lighting with dimmer control — without visible wiring or patch-heavy ceiling work.
We designed a 28-light recessed LED layout across the kitchen, living room, hallway, and bedrooms, cut clean openings, fished concealed wiring through the ceiling, and wired every zone to its own dimmer—delivering bright, even, controllable light. The installation was completed cleanly and passed final inspection.
Problem
Dim, uneven lighting from a few dated fixtures and lamp-dependent rooms.
Solution
28 recessed LED lights in a designed layout with dimmer control on every zone.
Result
Bright, even, energy-efficient lighting with a clean, modern ceiling.
Project Story
What We Installed and Wired
We replaced dated fixtures with a designed recessed LED layout, improving brightness, energy efficiency, and everyday comfort.
Work Included
All work completed to meet NEC and local code requirements
Equipment Upgraded
Recessed LED Trims28 slim-profile LED trims, 3000K, wet-rated where required.
Dimmer SwitchesLED-compatible dimmers installed on every lighting zone.
Concealed WiringNew NM cable fished through ceilings with no surface raceways.
Junction BoxesAccessible, listed junction boxes for every new splice.
Our Work Process
A safe, code-compliant installation requires more than just equipment. Here’s how we executed this recessed lighting upgrade from start to finish.
Lighting Design & Layout
We walked each room with the homeowners, planned light placement and spacing for even coverage, confirmed joist locations and attic access, and defined the dimmer zones. The permit was coordinated before any cutting began.
Cutting, Wiring & Installation
Openings were cut with dust control, wiring was fished through the ceiling to each location, and all 28 LED housings and trims were installed. Every zone was wired to its own LED-compatible dimmer.
Testing, Cleanup & Inspection
Every light and dimmer was tested through its full range, work areas were cleaned, and old fixtures removed. The installation passed City of Raleigh inspection and the ceilings look factory-clean.
Permits Pulled. Inspection Passed. Done Right.
This upgrade is built to NEC code and inspected by the City of Raleigh for your peace of mind.
Final Installation Photos
These photos showcase the completed 28-light recessed lighting upgrade at a Raleigh, NC residence.
Code & Safety Notes
Safety and code compliance are at the core of every project we do. This lighting upgrade was designed and installed to meet NEC standards and City of Raleigh requirements.
SAFE. COMPLIANT. INSPECTED.Installed to NEC standards and approved by the City of Raleigh.
Built to Code. Built to Protect.
This installation meets or exceeds NEC standards and local code requirements for long-term safety and reliability.
What Was Included With This Upgrade
A complete lighting upgrade includes more than cutting holes. From layout design and permitting to professional installation, testing, cleanup, and documentation, we deliver a safer, cleaner, inspection-ready electrical system you can trust.
Complete upgrade package: evaluation, equipment, installation, testing, cleanup, and final inspection support.
Want Lighting Like This?
This project connects directly to our electrical services. If your home needs recessed lighting, dimmers, or a full lighting layout designed and installed, our services page explains the options and process.
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- Recessed LED lighting
- Dimmer & switch upgrades
- Lighting layout design