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Indoor & Outdoor Lighting

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
Electrician installing a multi-arm chandelier in a Raleigh home
Hung Level. Wired Right.Every fixture on support rated for its weight.
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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.

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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

Ready to Light It Right?

Single fixtures to whole-home lighting plans — most installs finish the same day.

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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.

Kitchen with recessed lighting and pendants installed in Raleigh

Recessed Lighting

Layouts planned for even coverage — remodel cans in finished ceilings with minimal drywall disturbance, dimmed as one zone.

Electrician hanging a chandelier in a Raleigh dining room

Chandeliers

Weight-rated boxes verified or upgraded before hanging, chain and canopy set to the room, two-story foyers included.

Three pendants hung over a kitchen island in a Raleigh home

Pendant Lighting

Islands and breakfast bars measured and centered — matched heights, clean alignment, and switching that makes sense.

Electrician wiring an exterior light fixture box on a Raleigh home

Fixtures & Flush Mounts

Vanities, closets, hallways, and exterior sconces — swapped or added with proper boxes and strain relief.

Technician installing landscape lighting along a Raleigh walkway

Landscape Lighting

Low-voltage path, uplight, and deck systems with weather-rated transformers and buried runs done neatly.

Motion-activated LED security floodlight installed on a Raleigh home

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.

Smart dimmer switch installed for new lighting in a Raleigh home

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.

Kitchen recessed lighting layout extended with additional cans

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 floodlight added during a lighting visit in Raleigh

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.

Map of Electric All Pro service coverage across Raleigh and nearby Triangle communities

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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.

Homeowner Reviews

What Homeowners Say In Recent Reviews Online

Raleigh homeowners bring us fixture installs of every size — here's what recent Google reviews say about lighting work with Electric All Pro.

“The new light looks great.”

Had them install a new vanity light and replace a faulty GFCI outlet. Professional, prompt, and everything up to code — with a detailed walkthrough of the work during the visit.

TF Tristan F.Raleigh, NC
2026

“Fixed the cause, installed the fixture.”

Two bedrooms lost power — they came within 24 hours, found the old fixture causing it, and installed the new one at a very reasonable price, explained up front.

AB Antoine B.Raleigh, NC
2026

“Polite, good work, fair pricing.”

Very polite, good work, and fair pricing — the kind of crew you want back for the next room's lighting.

DC Daniel C., NC
April 2026

Rated 5.0 out of 5 based on 150+ Google reviews

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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.