Commercial & Industrial Lighting

Commercial lighting is any light used in a commercial setting, from the simple fluorescent bulbs in an office to the more complex industrial lighting in a factory.

It must be durable, efficient, cost-effective, and compliant with the higher standards of commercial and industrial building codes.

It can also be beautiful! At G3 Electrical, we balance functionality and aesthetics to create gorgeous but affordable lighting systems that stand out among all your office, retail space, or factory features. The new furniture may impress them. The lighting, done the G3 way, will amaze them.

How Much Does Commercial Lighting Cost?

The cost of commercial lighting depends on the size and complexity of the system you choose, the type of lighting you have us install, the condition of your current system (how much needs to be retrofitted?), and several other factors we’ll be glad to discuss with you.

We always work within your budget to give you the most bang for your buck and the best possible commercial lighting design.

Each type of commercial lighting system offers different benefits. We’ll help you decide which type is best suited for your workspace.

LED Lighting

LED lights (light-emitting diodes) are increasingly popular because they’re adaptable and energy-efficient. They use 75% less power than incandescent bulbs and last up to 25 times longer, offering comparable or superior lighting quality compared to other systems (no yellow or bluish tint, etc.).

Pros

1. More energy-efficient
2. Longer lasting
3. Lower maintenance costs
4. High-quality, full-spectrum light

Cons

1. Higher upfront cost

Fluorescent Lighting

Fluorescent lights offer strong illumination at a low cost. Increasingly, new lighting technologies are replacing fluorescents because they’re longer-lasting, more energy-efficient, and frankly prettier.

Fluorescents simulate white light by radiating just a few colors of the rainbow. And our bodies don’t respond well to that kind of light — studies confirm that we tend to look and feel our worst under fluorescent lighting.

Pros

1. Low upfront cost

Cons

1. Not as energy-efficient
2. Can cause headaches and seizures
3. All fluorescent ballasts hum; magnetic ballasts hum a little more
4. Not as environmentally friendly (bulbs and tubes contain mercury)

Induction Lighting

Induction lights are similar to fluorescent lights but don’t contain any mercury, making them more environmentally friendly. They also produce less heat than other types of commercial lighting. That’s a definite plus in Las Vegas!

Induction lighting uses an electromagnetic field to produce light without filaments or tubes, so it lasts a long time and is very energy-efficient. It’s a newer technology that’s gaining a foothold in commercial settings.

Pros

1. Long-lasting
2. Very energy efficient
3. No filaments or tubes to break or wear out

Cons

1. More expensive than some other options
2. Not as widely available as some other lighting systems

Halogen Lighting

Halogen lights emit a bright white light with a powerful beam. They have a lifespan of about 3,000-5,000 hours and are best for floodlighting and industrial applications. Halogen lights contain a wire filament encased in a quartz tube filled with pressurized halogen gas. This gas reacts with the filament as electricity runs through it.

You can install halogen lights as reflective spotlights, floods, mini-can bulbs, double-ended quartz, parabolic aluminized spots, and more. They’re highly versatile; the beam can focus on a single spot or flood a large area.

Pros

1. Overall best choice for industrial lighting
2. Brilliant light
3. Affordable

Cons

1. Not as energy-efficient as some other options
2. Replacement bulbs can be expensive
3. Generate a lot of heat

Incandescent Lighting

Incandescent lighting remains one of the most common types, even in commercial settings. Why? Because it’s cheap and doesn’t require any special wiring.

Incandescent lights aren’t as powerful as most other industrial lighting types, and they have a short lifespan of 500-1,000 hours. They’re also significantly less efficient than other commercial lighting choices, at about 10-17 lumens per watt.

They make a good choice for anyone looking to add extra light to a work area without spending too much money.

Pros

1. Inexpensive upfront cost

Cons

• Not very energy efficient
• Short lifespan
• They generate a lot of heat

Full-Spectrum Lighting

Full-spectrum lighting looks and feels like natural sunlight, often shining in offices and studios — even gardens and aquariums!

• Full-spectrum lights offer a warm ambiance without excessive heat. Indoor plants can perform photosynthesis without the aid of grow lamps. Employees and customers will feel better in a more natural lighting environment.
• Full-spectrum lights produce an even spread of lightwave radiation between violet and red, making them perfect for commercial displays. Colors will appear rich and bright (unlike the washed-out look of fluorescents).
• Full-spectrum industrial lighting comes in various bulb shapes, sizes, and wattages. You don’t need us to install full-spectrum bulbs in your desk lamps, but call us if you’re considering full-spectrum strip lighting for the ceiling of your commercial office space.

Pros

1. Creates a warm ambiance
2. Allows plants to photosynthesize
3. Colors appear vibrant

Cons

1. More expensive than some other options
2. Not as energy-efficient as some LED lights

We understand the unique challenges and needs of each business type. From code-required outdoor lighting to complex interior lighting layouts, we have the experience and expertise to get the job done right. And we’ll work with you to find the most efficient and cost-effective solutions to meet your commercial lighting needs.

Call us today!