How LED Lighting Cuts Down on Costs

While buying the latest technology, can cost a pretty penny, choosing the right gadgets could save you money.  Let’s take a look at how LED Lighting can cut down on your costs in your home.

The primary benefits of replacing existing lighting with LED lighting are reduced maintenance and energy costs.  But not only are they energy efficient with reduced costs, they also dramatically reduce the amount of pollution output as a result of electricity generation, and they also contain zero hazardous substances.

LED Benefits

1. LED Bulbs can last for up to 30000 hours.
2. LED Bulbs saves you from replacing bulbs all the time
3. Most bulbs cost less than $10, some just $3 or less
4. LED Bulbs are 80% more energy efficient than Halogen Bulbs.
5. LED Bulbs can save you 50-85% less on your energy bills
6. LED Bulbs can save $100-$300 in running costs over the life of the bulb
7. LED Bulbs have improved light quality

Choosing an LED

LEDs come in different types including standard light bulbs, spotlights, candles and recessed downlights. You can choose dimmable or non-dimmable bulbs. Some can change their light colour or brightness even without a dimmer switch.

BASE:

For standard bulbs, check if you need a bayonet or screw fitting. To replace halogen spotlights, check if you need a low-voltage (12 V) MR16 (also called GU5.3) bulb with two sharp pins, or a mains-voltage (240 V) GU10 bulb with two studs.

BRIGHTNESS:

LED packaging shows light output in lumens, usually with the equivalent wattage of an incandescent bulb. Chances are the LED will actually appear brighter.

COLOUR

Warm white is more comfortable in homes. Cool white works best where contrast is important, such as workshops and garages.

Find out how AB Electrical can help you make the switch.  Talk to us today 0800 644 288

Source:  Genless