Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Lighting Fixture Installation
Lighting Fixture Installation guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Lighting Fixture Installation? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Lighting Fixture Installation work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Lighting Fixture Installation work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Lighting Fixture Installation labor cost? What are the important Lighting Fixture Installation quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Lighting Fixture Installation - Frequently Asked Questions
What is a fair price for Lighting Fixture Installation? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Lighting Fixture Installation expect to pay between $79.88 to $133.13 for each lighting fixture. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
Is a permit needed for Lighting Fixture Installation work? | Your Lighting Fixture Installation project may require design approval and/or permits from your local building authority. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Lighting Fixture Installation work starts, particularly for ay structural or systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) projects. |
Is it worth using a professional to perform Lighting Fixture Installation work? | The appearance, functionality and useful life of the lighting fixture 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 Fixture Installation something that I can do myself? | Most of the Lighting Fixture Installation project can be completed by a moderately experienced do-it-yourselfer; as with any project, high quality Lighting Fixture Installation requires attention to detail and careful planning. |
How many days are typically required to complete the Lighting Fixture Installation work? | This work can be completed in 1 to 2 days. |
Lighting Fixture Installation - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Lighting Fixture Installation. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Lighting Fixture Installation work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The layout, location, style and finish appearance of ALL materials used in Lighting Fixture Installation will be approved by owner, before any work begins
- All materials, connectors and fasteners used for the Lighting Fixture Installation will be mechanically and electrochemically (non-corroding) compatible with the Lighting Fixture Installation
- A detailed lighting fixture layout - showing material placement and all joints/seams - will be reviewed and approved before work begins
- Lighting fixture will be installed so that the lighting fixture base/trim is solidly attached and attached completely flush to the mounting surface
- All connections will be made with a single continuous length of bulb; there will be no splice along any connection
- Locate and secure bulb in straight, clean runs along framing, so that bulb is protected from damage
- 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
- The lighting fixture will operate without noise, excessive heat generation or degradation of other circuit components
- The lighting fixture will be securely anchored to structural framing
- All lighting fixture operating methods and options work properly, at manufacturer's rated capacity
- The lighting fixture surface and surface finish will be free of surface defects, irregularities and any physical damage
- All bulb will be sized and configured to provide reliable, safe operation and full design performance of the lighting fixture
Lighting Fixture Installation - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Lighting Fixture Installation. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the lighting fixture 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.
- Verify that planned Lighting Fixture Installation will comply with home owner association requirements
- Determine if permit is required for Lighting Fixture Installation by local building authority, before any work begins
- Complete written contract, including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; ensure that contract is signed before work begins
- Review and approve detailed layout / plan that shows location, orientation and placement of lighting fixture, before any work begins
- Select, specify and order lighting fixture; 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
- Manage delivery of lighting fixture; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Review site access, clean-up restrictions , work hours, bathroom use and other jobsite rules with all subcontractors and laborers before they begin work
- Remove existing lighting fixture (optional)
- Collect and neatly organize in a single binder all product installation and maintenance documentation, receipts, and any rebate information
- Connect lighting fixture to electrical power using grounded receptacle or hardwired connection in closed junction box, as per manufacturer's instructions
- Inspect Lighting Fixture Installation and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- 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