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Lighting Installation & Design, Quikwire Electric LLC

Lighting Installation & Design Across Chicagoland

Good lighting changes how your space looks and functions. We install interior and exterior lighting for homes and businesses across Chicagoland—recessed lighting, chandeliers, landscape lighting, security lights, and commercial fixtures. Licensed electricians who handle wiring, switching, and fixture installation. Most residential lighting projects complete in one to two days.

Remodel, Renovation & Gut Rehab Electrical Services

Lighting affects everything from how well you see to how much energy you use. Outdated fixtures waste electricity. Poor placement creates dark spots. Missing outdoor lighting leaves your property vulnerable. We install lighting for homes and businesses across Des Plaines, Schaumburg, and surrounding areas—from recessed can lights in kitchens to LED parking lot fixtures for commercial properties. Last week we installed landscape lighting for a home in Lake Zurich. The homeowner wanted their front walkway and landscaping lit for safety and curb appeal. We installed low-voltage pathway lights, uplights for trees, and wall-mounted fixtures by the entrance. The entire installation took one day including running new circuits from the garage. Now their property looks great at night and visitors can see the walkway clearly.

Our Lighting Installation & Design Service Includes:

Recessed Lighting Installation

Recessed can lights provide clean, modern lighting for kitchens, living rooms, and hallways. We install new construction or remodel recessed fixtures, run circuits to appropriate switches, and space fixtures for even lighting coverage. Most recessed lighting installations in Arlington Heights and Hoffman Estates require cutting ceiling holes and fishing wire through attics or between joists. We install LED-compatible fixtures that reduce energy costs and last longer than traditional bulbs.

Exterior & Security Lighting

Outdoor lighting improves safety and security for properties across Wheaton and Palatine. We install motion-sensor floods, wall-mounted fixtures, landscape lighting, and dusk-to-dawn security lights. Exterior installations require weatherproof fixtures, proper junction boxes rated for outdoor use, and GFCI protection. We run underground conduit for landscape lighting and install timers or photocells for automatic operation.

Commercial Lighting Systems

Businesses need proper lighting for customer areas, workspaces, and parking lots. We install LED retrofits to reduce electric bills, track lighting for retail displays, high-bay fixtures for warehouses, and parking lot pole lights for safety. Commercial lighting installations in Elgin and surrounding areas often happen after business hours to avoid disrupting operations. We handle fixture replacement, ballast upgrades, and complete lighting system installations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How much does recessed lighting installation cost in Chicagoland homes?

Recessed lighting typically costs $150-$250 per fixture including labor and materials. A kitchen with eight recessed lights costs around $1,200-$2,000 depending on ceiling access and wiring complexity. If you need new circuits or switches added, that increases the cost. We provide exact pricing after examining your space and discussing fixture placement at your Des Plaines or Schaumburg home.

Can you install landscape lighting without tearing up my yard?

Yes. We use directional boring or shallow trenching to run low-voltage wiring underground with minimal disruption. Most landscape lighting systems in Arlington Heights and Lake Zurich use 12-volt transformers that don't require deep burial. We route wiring along existing landscaping edges and restore any disturbed areas. The installation creates minor ground disturbance that recovers quickly.

How long does exterior lighting installation take?

Simple installations like replacing existing fixtures or adding motion-sensor floods take two to three hours. Complete landscape lighting systems with multiple fixtures, transformers, and underground wiring take one full day. Commercial parking lot lighting takes several days depending on the number of poles and fixtures. We provide timeline estimates for your specific Chicagoland property during the quote.

Do you install smart lighting controls and dimmers?

Yes. We install dimmer switches, smart switches that connect to home automation systems, and lighting control systems for both residential and commercial properties. Smart lighting in Wheaton and Hoffman Estates homes lets you control fixtures from phones or voice assistants. We install compatible switches, configure connections, and test everything before we leave. Most dimmer and smart switch installations take 30 minutes to one hour per switch.