LED Lights | Metropolitan Electrical Contractors

Your Local LED Lighting Specialists

Metropolitan Electrical Contractors possesses decades of experience installing and repairing lighting systems, including downlights, strip lighting, spotlights and more. We can even upgrade your current lighting to the latest in energy efficient LED technology to help lower your energy bills.

LED Installation Experts

LED lights are increasing in popularity across Australia and are becoming the new standard in lighting technology. LEDs (light emitting diodes) are energy efficient and powerful, producing impressive brightness from minimal wattage. LEDs use about 75% less energy than halogen light bulbs and last 5 to 10 times longer, meaning there’s savings to be had by fitting new light bulbs. The benefits of upgrading to LED lights include:

Estimated lifespan of 25 years
Energy Efficient
Low running costs
100% recyclable
Environmentally friendly
Cooler to touch
Range of colour temperatures

Metropolitan Electrical Contractors has a team of electricians local to your area who are available around the clock to install your new LED lights. Whether you’re looking to improve brightness or just make the home more energy efficient, our fully qualified tradespeople are available now!

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Source: SA Gov

Replacing Halogen Lights

Halogen lights are a common form of lighting that’s found in many Aussie homes. Along with incandescent and fluorescent bulbs (CFL), these lights formed the backbone of interior lighting for many decades. However, LED lights are now becoming the new standard and for a good reason.

According to Sustainability Victoria, LED bulbs use up to 75 per cent less energy than halogen and fluorescent lights and last up to 20 times longer. They are also brighter and have a lifespan of up to 25,000 hours before the bulbs need to be replaced. That’s the equivalent of 15-20 years of use.

Halogen lights feature a wire filament that heats until it glows. These bulbs are hot to the touch and can burn. LED lights remain cool to touch at all times, adding an extra element of safety to your household.

Here are the estimated running costs of each globe based on data provided by SA Gov:

LED – $4.38 per year
CFL – $7.30 per year
Halogen – $29.20 per year

The above data is based on a 60w equivalent at a usage rate of 4 hours per day. LEDs do cost more upfront, but the energy saving benefits can be reaped for decades to come.

Modern LED Strip Lighting

LED strip lighting is the latest in minimalist home design. Mounting these efficient strips in a concealed channel or cavity around your benchtops and edges can help bring that desirable, calming mood into your home.

Versatile strip lighting powered by LEDs can be mounted in almost any position, and the potential uses may surprise you. Explore using LED strip lights and consider using them:

Under kitchen islands
Behind vanity mirrors
Behind bed heads
In wardrobes
Behind frames
Staircase bases
In cupboards

And more! The possibilities of LED strip lights are endless. LED colours range from demure cool white and warm white to over 15 colour strip options with different illumination modes, including the popular dimmer.

With such a large selection of colours and modes, LED strip lighting allows you to highlight prized possessions or subtly illuminate a room – all while keeping energy bills to a minimum. Opt in for smart LED bulbs, and you can manage it all via smartphone or voice assistant.
An electrician can assist with installation to ensure the maximum impact, leaving you feeling like a star with superb control over your home’s ever changing mood and lighting needs.

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LED Light Service and Repair

Light bulbs are easy to change. But don’t be tempted to take on electrical repairs or installation as a DIY job. Dealing with electricity requires an expert, someone who’s qualified and legally capable of managing a power supply. Metropolitan Electrical Contractors has 25 years’ experience installing light strips and in recent years, LEDs have become a mainstay of the work.

Call your local electrical expert at Metropolitan who specialises in lighting and LED upgrades. No matter the size of the job, we can carry out your work to ensure the continued safety of you and your loved ones.

Some of the LED light work our electricians can carry out includes:

Install LED strip lights
Repair failed LED lights
Replace faulty drivers or chips
Manage voltage and wires.
Perform thermal testing to ensure the longevity of the light
Add extra controls such as dimming
Repair a power source

Finance Options** LED Lights

Metropolitan operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including public holidays. Rest assured, there are no extra charges after hours or increased rates for weekend work. Whatever time, day or night, you know Metropolitan can provide the same great award-winning customer service.

Add in finance options** and you will never have to worry about upfront costs.

Just choose a payment plan with one of our providers – Zip or HummLoan. You have the flexibility of weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments.

Your electrician can take you through the easy application process on-site, and approval usually takes only a few minutes. We also accept payment by cash, cheque and credit card (Visa, Mastercard or American Express).

So, if you want to know more, contact our friendly customer service team today!

FAQs – Your Most Asked Questions on LED Lighting

Looking to install LED lights? Just want to know more? We have all the answers right here.

How do LED lights work?

LED lights, or light emitting diodes, are energy efficient and long lasting. Currently, they are steadily replacing conventional lighting such as halogen bulbs.

That’s because they use 85 per cent less energy and last for over a decade, or 50,000 hours. These days they are bright enough to light sports fields and come in a full range of colour temperatures from warm white to cool white. They come on and turn off instantly and are perfect for smart lighting systems.

Are LEDs dimmable?

Yes and no. Not all LED lights are dimmable due to the low amounts of wattage they consume. Therefore, some dimmers do not work, at least not in the way we’re used to. For example, it may be dimmable but not as much as a halogen or incandescent light. Or, the light may even turn off when dimmed low.

However, there are specific LED lights with dimmer settings. It’s best to have the right system picked out first for installation, rather than hoping it matches what is currently installed.

Can LED lights overheat?

No. LED lights do not heat up like halogen globes do, and are a very low risk of overheating or causing damage. How does it stay cool? There’s a heat sink at the base of the light which draws the heat to fins that increase the surface area and dissipate the heat. So this means the electronics stay cool and the overall temperature remains low.

Why is my LED light flickering?

A flickering LED could be because of several reasons, including:

Dimmer compatibility: If your dimmer function and light are not suited, the bulb can flicker.
Loose wiring: The actual wiring or fitting could be the issue, which is why we recommend a qualified electrician installs all lights.
Voltage fluctuations: Your home’s wiring may be causing problems as the electrical load fluctuates during peak use times.