Power · Residential
LED downlights and lighting installation
Good lighting changes how a room feels and what your power bill looks like. We plan the layout with you, then install LED downlights, pendants, strip lighting and outdoor lights that are safe in the ceiling and easy to live with.
- Licensed and insured
- Fixed written quotes
- Compliance certificate supplied
- Written workmanship warranty
Short answer
Swapping old halogen downlights for LED in Sydney typically costs $80 to $150 per light installed, and new downlights where none exist cost $120 to $220 each. LEDs use around 80% less power than halogens and run much cooler, which also lowers the fire risk in the ceiling space.
We start with how you use each room. Kitchens need even light on the benches, living areas need warmth and dimming, and hallways need just enough to be safe at night. Then we choose the fittings, colour temperature and switching to suit.
Every light we install is IC-rated or fitted with the right clearances to insulation, and dimmable fittings are matched to compatible dimmers so you don’t get flicker or buzzing.
Popular lighting jobs
- Replacing halogen downlights and transformers with LED
- New downlight layouts for kitchens and renovations
- Pendant lights over islands and dining tables
- LED strip lighting under cabinets, shelves and stairs
- Dimmers, two-way switching and smart switches
- Outdoor, garden, deck and security lighting with sensors
What it costs
Price per light falls as the number of lights rises, because most of the work is access and wiring.
| Job | Typical price | What changes the price |
|---|---|---|
| Replace halogen with LED downlight (existing hole) | $80–$150 each | Fitting quality, ceiling access |
| New LED downlight with new wiring | $120–$220 each | Ceiling type, roof space access, number of lights |
| Pendant light installation | $150–$350 each | Ceiling height, fitting weight, new point required |
| Dimmer or smart switch | $120–$280 each | Dimmer type and compatibility |
| Outdoor sensor light | $180–$380 each | Wall type, cable run, weatherproofing |
How the job runs
- 01Plan the layoutWe mark positions, discuss colour temperature (warm or neutral white) and decide which lights dim.
- 02Fixed quoteYou get a written price per room or for the whole job, with fittings listed.
- 03InstallWe cut neat holes, run new cable in the ceiling and clean up the dust as we go.
- 04Test and hand overWe test every circuit, set dimmers and show you how the switching works.
Safety in the ceiling
Old halogen downlights run hot and have caused ceiling fires where insulation was laid over them. Modern IC-rated LED downlights can be covered by insulation, which keeps your ceiling insulated and safe.
All lighting work is done to AS/NZS 3000. Where we add new circuits or alter existing ones, you receive a Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work.
FAQ
Common questions
Straight answers to what customers ask us most. Can’t see yours? Call us and talk to an electrician, not a call centre.
Warm white or cool white?
Most homes suit warm white (about 3000K) in living areas and bedrooms, and neutral white (about 4000K) in kitchens, laundries and garages. We can show you samples before you decide.
Can I reuse my existing downlight holes?
Usually. Most LED downlights fit a 90 mm hole. If the new fitting needs a different size, we’ll tell you before the job starts.
Do LED downlights work with my old dimmer?
Often not well. Older dimmers were made for halogens and can cause flicker. We match dimmers to the LED driver so they work smoothly.
How many downlights does a room need?
It depends on ceiling height and how the room is used. As a rough guide, a 4 m by 4 m living room with a 2.4 m ceiling needs four to six good-quality LEDs. We plan it properly rather than guessing.
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