Can I install my own downlights?
Fitting downlights is a job that you can do yourself, however like any electrical DIY project if you are not totally sure about what you are doing them you should get a professional electrician to assist you.
Are LED downlights worth it?
Without a doubt, LED lights require less energy to run. In fact, compared to incandescent bulbs, LED downlights save you around 80% electrical power. And in comparison to halogen lamps, you save 75% on electricity. The low voltage power supply associated with LED downlights also increase electrical safety.
Are downlights easy to install?
Downlights are recessed lighting features that illuminate a large area without being too bright. If you want to install downlights in your home, you can easily install them yourself with a few tools.
Do I need an electrician to install downlights?
In order to install downlights, holes have to be drilled into your ceiling to house them, and the wiring fed and connected to a wall switch. While you can change lightbulbs and purchase downlights yourself, you will still have to hire an electrician to install them.
Are downlights expensive to install?
The most expensive downlight installation job on ServiceSeeking in 2019 was $110 per downlight….Cost of Downlight Installation.
| Install down light (swap from existing down light) | $35-$50 per downlight | 5-20 mins per light |
|---|---|---|
| Install new down lights | $50-$70 per downlight | 2-3 hours per room of down lights |
Do LED downlights get hot?
LED downlights do get hot but not as hot as other light bulb options. If the light bulb is straight up or down, it will tend to run cooler than a light bulb that is running horizontally with the ground. And, it can get very hot, hot enough to burn, so try to avoid touching an LED light bulb when it’s been on.
Can I replace downlights with LED?
Yes. If you have low voltage MR16 halogen downlights installed with a ballast (transformer), find the maximum load that the transformer/driver can handle. For example, if you have 35W halogen downlights installed with 10-60VA (equivalent to 40 Watts) transformers, we can replace them with 5/6W LED downlights.
Do LED downlights need a transformer?
All mains powered LED bulbs require a transformer. The purpose of the transformer is to reduce mains voltage (240V) to the desired level relative to the bulb being powered (e.g. 12V or 24V).
How much do downlights cost?
2019 Cost of Installing Downlights A licensed electrician in Australia will generally charge between $50 – $70 per light for new downlight installation, in addition to any call out fees to attend to your job. The most expensive downlight installation job on ServiceSeeking in 2019 was $110 per downlight.
Do you need an electrician to change a transformer for LED lights?
Some LED bulbs, like the Philips Master LED range, have in-built circuitry that can deal with most (but not all) transformers, so you don’t have to change them. This is because the transformers are too overpowered for the small amount of electricity that LEDs need. You will need an electrician for that.
Are downlights expensive to run?
A typical halogen downlight will cost $25 in electricity to run each year. In comparison an equivalent LED will cost $3 in electricity to run each year. That’s why all new houses and extensions now use LEDs. LED lights are highly energy efficient and produce high quality light with little heat.