Light Fixture Installation in Etobicoke

Pot light installation in the Etobicoke typically costs $100 to $200 per light including the fixture, depending on ceiling type and access. Volume discounts are available for 6+ lights. RenoHouse provides free estimates for all lighting projects.

Yes, our electricians can run new wiring and install a junction box to add a chandelier or any light fixture in a new location. This requires fishing wire through walls and ceilings, which our team handles expertly.

Simple fixture replacements typically don't require a permit. However, new circuit installation, adding new fixtures where none existed, or pot light installations may require an ESA permit. RenoHouse handles all permit requirements.

A general rule is one 4-inch pot light per 4-6 square feet, or one 6-inch pot light per 6-8 square feet. For a typical 12x12 room, 4-6 pot lights provide excellent coverage. RenoHouse designs a layout during your free consultation.

Yes, we install dimmer switches compatible with your new fixtures. For LED pot lights, we use LED-compatible dimmers to prevent flickering. Dimmers are a great way to control ambiance and save energy.

A simple fixture swap takes 30-60 minutes. Installing 6-8 pot lights typically takes 4-6 hours. Larger projects with new wiring may take a full day. RenoHouse provides a time estimate during your consultation.

Yes, RenoHouse installs outdoor lighting including security lights, motion sensors, landscape lighting, deck lights, and porch fixtures. All outdoor installations use weather-rated fixtures and GFCI protection as required by code.

If your older home still has a 100-amp panel, upgrading to 200 amps is highly recommended — especially if you're adding major appliances, EV chargers, or renovating. Modern homes draw significantly more power, and the upgrade future-proofs your electrical system while improving safety.

Knob-and-tube wiring isn't inherently dangerous when undisturbed, but it lacks grounding, can't handle modern electrical loads, and becomes hazardous when insulation is added around it. We recommend replacement during any renovation that opens walls — it also improves your home insurance eligibility.

Yes, but it requires careful cutting to avoid cracking the surrounding plaster. We use specialized techniques to install recessed lighting in plaster ceilings, and can run new wiring through the ceiling cavity from above. The result is modern lighting without damaging your home's character.