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No matter how happy you are with your home, you probably spend plenty of time imagining all of its future possibilities. You’re not alone if you don’t quite know where to start, but it’s important to remember that money isn’t nearly as important as creativity when it comes to home upgrades. The good news is that many upgrades are more affordable than you think, and our team at Gary Houston Electric is here to help you keep your home improvement projects on time and within budget!

We’ve offered trusted residential electrical services in Little Rock since 1978, and we cater to homeowners with big dreams! We’ll ensure you get the most “bang” for your home improvement buck, and we can also give you a free, no-obligation estimate for a KOHLER emergency generator! Here are a few easy and affordable ways to upgrade your home lighting, and we’re a phone call away when you’re ready to schedule an in-home consultation with one of our residential lighting experts.

Replace your household bulbs with Smart LED bulbs. You’ve probably already replaced all the incandescent bulbs in your home with LEDs, which emit the same amount of lumens using a fraction of the original wattage. Smart LEDs also offer app-based controls, allowing you to adjust the brightness and color temperature of your lighting to suit your mood.

Use recessed and diffused lighting to create additional warmth and ambiance. It’s hard to relax under harsh overhead lighting, and it causes a glare when you’re trying to watch your favorite television programs. Recessed lighting and track lighting enable you to light your home in layers, and you can plug in a few decorative lamps wherever you need additional task lighting.

Upgrade your exterior lighting. Exterior lighting on the front of your home is a great way to discourage trespassing and burglary, and a motion sensor floodlight over your garage doors is a great way to ensure that no one sneaks up on you when you’re bringing in the groceries at night. And if you’re looking to beat the heat during the summer, string lights or sconce lighting can turn any backyard into a nighttime oasis!

If you have any questions about professional lighting design in Little Rock or would like to schedule service, contact us online or at (501) 375-8330.

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