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Chapter 05 · Lighting & Fans

Every Light Fixture Installed to Code in Denver

From recessed can lights to chandeliers, All Electric handles the full scope.

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How a licensed electrician installs lights right

If you're searching for an electrician to install lights in your Denver home, the difference between a clean job and a callback is who runs the wire. At All Electric, every lighting installation is pulled with a permit when required, wired to code, and backed by a 1-year labor warranty. CO License #ME.0600978. Our team carries 4.9 stars across 468 Google reviews, which tells you more than any adjective we could write here. Call (720) 951-4619 to schedule your install.

We serve Denver neighborhoods from Capitol Hill to Washington Park to Highlands, and we know the housing stock well. Older Denver homes often have knob-and-tube or aluminum branch wiring that needs to be assessed before any new fixture goes in. We catch that in the same visit, so you're not getting a surprise call two weeks later. Whether you need a single pendant swapped or a full electrical remodeling project wired from scratch, All Electric handles both ends of the range.

Lighting types we install in Denver homes

  1. 01

    Recessed and Can Lights

    We cut, wire, and finish can lights in existing ceilings without tearing up the room. Most Denver remodels run 4-inch or 6-inch housings on a dedicated circuit with a compatible dimmer.

  2. 02

    Chandeliers and Pendants

    Heavier fixtures need a rated box and the right gauge wire to support the load. We verify the box rating and the circuit before anything goes up.

  3. 03

    Outdoor and Landscape Lighting

    Denver's weather swings hard. Outdoor fixtures need weatherproof boxes, GFCI protection, and the right conduit. We wire it so the next hailstorm isn't a problem.

  4. 04

    Dimmers and Smart Switches

    Not every dimmer works with every LED. We spec the right light switches for your fixture load so you don't get flicker or buzzing six months later.

Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fan installation across Denver

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A ceiling fan installation is one of the most practical upgrades a Denver homeowner can make. In summer it lets you run the AC less. In winter, reverse the blades and push warm air back down. Most older Denver homes have a standard light box in the ceiling, not a fan-rated box. That's a code issue and a safety issue. We swap the box, run the wiring correctly, and install the fan so it doesn't wobble at high speed. We've done this in homes from Sunnyside to Park Hill, some of them with plaster ceilings that require a totally different approach. We figure that out on-site, not after the fact.

How It Works

What to expect when you call All Electric

No surprises, no disappearing acts. Here's how a typical lighting install goes with our team.

  1. Step 1: Schedule Online or Call

    Book through our online scheduler or call (720) 951-4619 directly. We confirm your appointment window the same day.

  2. Step 2: On-Site Assessment

    We look at the existing wiring, box rating, and circuit load before anything gets mounted. If your Denver home has aluminum branch wiring or an undersized panel, we'll tell you straight.

  3. Step 3: Clean Install, Backed by Warranty

    We run the work to code, clean up the site, and walk you through what was done. Every install carries our 1-year labor warranty. If something's not right, we come back.

Why older Denver homes need a licensed electrician for lighting

A lot of Denver's housing stock dates to the 1950s through 1980s. That era built well, but it also built with wiring methods that weren't designed for today's fixture loads or LED driver electronics. Knob-and-tube wiring can't be spliced into for a new recessed layout without an assessment first. Aluminum branch wiring needs anti-oxidant compound and the right terminal types at every connection, or you're creating a fire risk behind a beautiful new fixture. We've seen it. Honestly, this is the part most handyman-adjacent services skip because they either don't know about it or don't want the extra time. We don't skip it. When you hire All Electric, Daniel Vargas's team looks at the whole picture, not just the hole in the ceiling. That's also why we pull permits when a job requires one, not as a formality, but because the inspection catches things. For larger lighting projects, check out our electrical contractor page for the full scope of what we handle.
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Straight from Google

What Denver homeowners say about our lighting work

4.9468 verified Google reviews
Got the job done well, pleasant to work with.
Brian NicholsBrian NicholsSep 2026 · Google
All Electric is the best! Knowledgeable in fair and troubleshoot till they get the job done, if needed. Highly recommend 🙌🏽
gina dgina dSep 2026 · Google
Fantastic service. They showed up, assisted in the repairs, found the underlying issues and fixed them and then explained what those issues were in a manner that I could understand. Top service, as always.
Sean FrohlingSean FrohlingAug 2026 · Google
Same day service! Was here in 3 hours. Very honest and charge was kept at the minimum. Polite service as well.
Fred LudlowFred LudlowAug 2026 · Google
Very responsive. Easy to work with. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.
BritneyBritneyAug 2026 · Google
Electrician came out the next day after calling to install two light fixtures. Minimal issues and got them both installed successfully even though we have an old home. Pricing was reasonable to me. I will definitely be using them again for any similar needs!
Jillian L. CallaghanJillian L. CallaghanAug 2026 · Google
Awesome service. Quick prompt and very professional and knows the business. Daniel Vargas was the Master Tech. Accessed the problem and was quick to diagnose! Two faulty breakers. Highly recommend.
Michelle BakerMichelle BakerAug 2026 · Google
Daniel was great - solution-oriented, super-responsive, knowledgeable and really nice to work with - I will look to Daniel aand All Electric for future needs - thanks!
Travis BoganTravis BoganAug 2026 · Google
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Lighting installation FAQs for Denver homeowners

Not answered here? Call (720) 951-4619 and ask the electrician.

How much does it cost to have an electrician install lights in Denver?
Cost depends on the fixture type, whether a new circuit is needed, and the condition of the existing wiring in your Denver home. A simple fixture swap in a home with modern wiring is a straightforward job. A full recessed lighting layout in a 1960s bungalow in Congress Park is a different scope entirely. We don't publish flat rates because a number that doesn't account for your actual ceiling and wiring is meaningless. Contact All Electric for an accurate estimate.
Do I need a permit to install recessed lighting in Denver?
In Denver, CO, adding new circuits or modifying existing ones generally requires a permit. A simple fixture-for-fixture swap on an existing circuit typically doesn't. We assess the scope on-site and pull the permit when the job requires one. We've worked through Denver's permit process enough times to know exactly what triggers inspection requirements, so you don't have to guess. All work is completed to Denver Building and Fire Prevention Division standards.
Can you install recessed lighting in a Denver home with plaster ceilings?
Yes, and we've done it in plenty of Washington Park and Capitol Hill homes that have original plaster. It requires a different approach than drywall, including the right remodel housing and careful handling of the lath structure. It takes longer than a standard ceiling install. We factor that into the estimate so there are no surprises. Plaster homes in Denver are worth preserving, and a careful electrician can add modern recessed lighting without wrecking the character of the room.
Will you upgrade the wiring if my Denver home has aluminum branch circuits?
We'll assess the aluminum wiring situation and tell you exactly what's needed before any lighting goes in. Aluminum branch wiring, common in Denver homes built between the mid-1960s and mid-1970s, requires specific receptacles, switches, and connection methods to stay safe. We use the right terminals and anti-oxidant compound. If the panel itself needs attention before a lighting project makes sense, we'll say so. Read more about older home wiring on our blog.
How long does a full lighting installation take in a Denver home?
A single room of recessed lighting in a Denver home with accessible attic space can often be completed in a half-day. A whole-home lighting project, or one in a home with difficult access or older wiring, runs longer. We give you a realistic timeline on-site, not an optimistic one designed to get the job signed. If the job needs two visits to do it correctly, we'll tell you that before we start.
Do you install outdoor landscape and security lighting in Denver?
We do. Denver's climate requires weatherproof fixtures, GFCI-protected circuits, and conduit runs that hold up through freeze-thaw cycles. We install everything from front porch sconces to full landscape lighting systems in the backyard. If you're adding outdoor security lighting to a Denver property, we'll spec the right fixture placement and circuit capacity so the system actually does what you need it to do.
Will you check the wiring before installing new light fixtures in my Denver home?
Every time. Denver's older housing stock includes knob-and-tube and aluminum branch wiring that requires assessment before new fixtures go in. We look at the box rating, the circuit load, and the wiring method as part of the same visit. If there's a problem, we tell you before anything gets mounted. That's how you avoid a callback or, worse, a hazard behind a new fixture you just paid to have installed.
Do you install outdoor security and landscape lighting in Denver?
We do. Denver's climate requires weatherproof fixtures, GFCI-protected circuits, and conduit runs that hold up through freeze-thaw cycles. We install everything from front porch sconces to full backyard landscape lighting systems. If you're adding outdoor security lighting, we'll spec the right fixture placement and circuit capacity so the system does what you actually need it to do.

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