Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Lighting Control System Design And Installation
Lighting Control System Design And Installation guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Lighting Control System Design And Installation? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Lighting Control System Design And Installation work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Lighting Control System Design And Installation work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Lighting Control System Design And Installation labor cost? What are the important Lighting Control System Design And Installation quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Lighting Control System Design And Installation - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Lighting Control System Design And Installation? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Lighting Control System Design And Installation expect to pay between $2,980.00 to $5,960.00 for each home lighting system. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Lighting Control System Design And Installation work? | Design approval and/or permits from your local building authority are typically required for Lighting Control System Design And Installation. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Lighting Control System Design And Installation work begins. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Lighting Control System Design And Installation work? | The appearance, functionality and useful life of the home lighting control system may be compromised by poor installation. Hire the service provider carefully and tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (use the list below). |
| Is Lighting Control System Design And Installation something that I can do myself? | The typical Lighting Control System Design And Installation project involves tasks that are best performed by experienced professionals. Good quality Lighting Control System Design And Installation requires considerable experience, skill and attention to detail. Do it yourself mistakes are noticeable, may be difficulty to remedy and may actually reduce the market value of the project and your home. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Lighting Control System Design And Installation work? | This work can be completed in 5 to 10 days. |
Lighting Control System Design And Installation - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Lighting Control System Design And Installation. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Lighting Control System Design And Installation work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The design will include capacity and service (water, power, ventilation) requirements for all new components
- The design will contain a complete list of finishes, materials, and fixtures with quantities
- The design will include a detailed estimate of total project cost, including breakouts for rentals, materials, labor and all fees
- The design will include a detailed schedule plan, broken out by major activities and include key milestones by week
- All work must meet or exceed local code requirements
- A detailed home lighting system layout - showing material placement and all joints/seams - will be reviewed and approved before work begins
- Ceiling and wall cutouts will be neat, uniform and no larger than necessary; any air gaps around the cutout(s) will be insulated and sealed; the cutout(s) will not be visible when cover plates are installed
- All home lighting control system operating methods and options work properly, at manufacturer's rated capacity
- All work must meet or exceed local code requirements
- The home lighting control system will operate without noise, excessive heat generation or degradation of other circuit components
- The home lighting control system will deliver power at rated voltage with proper polarity and grounding
- All home lighting system wiring operates within manufacturer's performance specifications
Lighting Control System Design And Installation - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Lighting Control System Design And Installation. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the home lighting control system work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Determine if permit is required for Lighting Control System Design And Installation by local building authority, before any work begins
- Complete written project plan including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; project plan should be included in contract agreement and reviewed before any work begins
- Discuss all quality, performance, design, timing and cost requirements
- Review and approve floor plan(s), elevation(s), and section / detail drawings
- Deliver final plan(s), elevations, detail drawings and construction notes
- Review material choices for Lighting Control System Design And Installation with the homeowner before work begins - consider toxic exposure, allergic risks and environmental factors; purchase construction materials only after approval
- Select, specify and order home lighting control system; verify that type, grade, finish, size, color, any options, and quantity are clearly identified in the order; make sure that delivery date, terms and damage provisions are included in the order
- Install control components, wiring and cabling using manufacturer specified materials and methods
- Clearly label all media connection jacks and plates
- Clearly label all circuits at the service panel with area (e.g. kitchen) and circuit type (lighting, appliance, etc.)
- Correct any permit issues; schedule and confirm final permit inspection signoff
- Patch holes, gaps and openings left by the Lighting Control System Design And Installation work; patch must be secure and match shape, texture and color of surrounding surfaces
- Submit final payment in exchange for signed lien release; final payment amount should be adjusted for excess material to be returned and tasks not performed; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
