Have you made the switch?

In January, the Energy Independence Security Act began phasing out production of general purpose incandescent light bulbs.  This new act has put the spotlight on other energy-saving bulb options including LED. 

Preferred is an expert in the different LED options available in outdoor lighting and we have been installing LED systems for several years.  We have also been helping clients make the switch to LED on existing lighting systems. 

In a typical home situation, LED lamps should last more than 20,000 hours which means you don't have to change lamps more often than every 10 years.  But the real cost savings comes in the efficiency of LED lamps - they are super efficient using just one-fourth the power of regular bulbs.  While their upfront costs are higher, LED lamps pay for themselves in the long run through both reduced power usage and extraordinary lamp life.

Benefits of LED Lighting

LED is the revolution in outdoor lighting.  It has a long list of benefits over traditional lighting options. Preferred uses several different brands of LED but this list will focus on the specific benefits of the Kichler brand of LED lighting.

• LED lights have a life expectancy of 50,000 hours - that is an average of 15 years! 
• LED uses 75% less energy than traditional lighting.  This is better for the environment and saves you money. 
• LED doesn't attract insects - enjoy your yard without the annoyance of light fixtures that attract bugs
• LED lights are smaller than tranditional lights and blend in with the landscape.
• The Kichler LED lights have a 15 year warranty.