Lighting Installation in Chicago, IL
The right lighting transforms how a home looks, feels, and functions. MidWest Electrical Services provides professional lighting installation for Chicago homeowners, from modern recessed lighting and LED upgrades to outdoor security fixtures and decorative landscape lighting.
Lighting is one of the most impactful upgrades you can make to your home. Replacing outdated ceiling-mount fixtures with recessed LED lighting instantly modernizes a room, improves energy efficiency, and often makes spaces feel larger and more inviting. In Chicago's classic bungalows and two-flats, where ceiling heights and room sizes vary, proper lighting design makes a real difference in livability.
Our lighting services cover every type of installation. Interior work includes recessed or can lighting for kitchens, living rooms, and basements, under-cabinet lighting for kitchens, chandelier and pendant fixture installation, dimmer switches for adjustable ambiance, and LED retrofit and conversion from older bulb types. Exterior services include security and motion-sensor lighting, porch and entryway fixtures, landscape and pathway lighting, and garage and driveway lighting.
Every lighting project starts with understanding how you use the space. A kitchen needs bright, even task lighting. A living room benefits from layered lighting with dimming capability. An exterior needs security coverage without harsh glare. Our electricians bring both technical skill and practical design sense to every installation, ensuring your new lighting looks great and functions exactly as you need.
What to Expect
Lighting Consultation
We discuss your goals, walk through the spaces, and recommend lighting options that match your style, budget, and functional needs.
Quote & Planning
You receive a detailed quote including fixture options, layout plan, and installation cost. We help you select fixtures if needed.
Professional Installation
Our electricians install all fixtures, run any new wiring or circuits needed, and install switches and dimmers.
Final Adjustments
We aim and adjust all lights, set dimmer levels, and make sure everything looks and works exactly right.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does recessed lighting installation cost?
Recessed lighting installation in Chicago typically costs $150 to $300 per fixture installed, depending on whether new wiring needs to be run and the complexity of the ceiling (first floor vs. second floor, finished vs. unfinished ceiling above). Most kitchen or living room projects involve 4 to 8 fixtures. We provide exact pricing after an in-home assessment.
Can you add recessed lights without major drywall work?
In many cases, yes. Modern remodel-style recessed fixtures are designed to install through small holes in the existing ceiling without access from above. While some situations require patching, we minimize drywall disruption whenever possible.
What is the benefit of LED lighting?
LED lighting uses 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs, lasts 25 times longer, produces less heat, and is available in a wide range of color temperatures from warm to cool. For most homeowners, the energy savings alone pay for the upgrade within one to two years.
Do you install outdoor security lighting?
Yes. We install motion-activated security lights, dusk-to-dawn fixtures, floodlights, and smart outdoor lighting that you can control from your phone. Proper outdoor lighting is an effective and affordable security measure for Chicago homes.
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Neighborhoods We Serve
We provide lighting installation services throughout Chicago's south and southwest side, including: