Count your fixtures
Include the lights you regularly use in the room or business area you're planning to upgrade.
FREE LED SAVINGS CALCULATOR · VANCOUVER BC
How much could you save by switching to LED?
Calculate the electricity costs of your current lights versus LED replacements. See your potential savings, energy reduction and simple payback time.
For homes, offices and small businesses · Uses your own electricity rate
LIGHTING SAVINGS & PAYBACK
Know the numbers before you upgrade.
Choose a lighting scenario or enter your own figures. Savings are calculated from fixture wattage, usage and your electricity rate, not guessed installation prices.
LED VS INCANDESCENT
Why LED upgrades can make a difference.
Electricity used for lighting depends on watts, hours and number of fixtures. Efficient LED lamps often provide comparable brightness at much lower wattage than older incandescent lamps.
For a good result, compare lumens for brightness and check colour temperature, dimmer compatibility, fixture rating and suitability for enclosed or damp locations. New recessed fixtures and wiring should be planned with an electrician.
Explore residential lighting services ↗Check actual wattage
Use the current lamp or fixture rating, then compare an LED alternative with similar lumens.
Use your own electricity rate
Residential and commercial billing structures differ. Enter a relevant energy rate from your utility bill.
LIGHTING QUESTIONS
Common questions about LED savings.
Useful planning answers for Greater Vancouver homes and businesses.
Explore commercial lighting ↗How much electricity can LED lights save?
It depends on the wattage difference, number of fixtures and daily use. Enter your actual numbers above to calculate the kWh reduction and estimated energy-charge savings.
How do I calculate LED lighting electricity costs?
Multiply watts by number of fixtures, divide by 1,000 to get kilowatts, multiply by hours of use and your electricity price per kWh. The calculator does this for your current and proposed lights.
Is LED brightness measured in watts?
No. Watts measure power consumption; lumens measure light output. Compare lumens when choosing a similarly bright LED replacement.
Do I need an electrician to change to LED?
Some compatible bulbs can be replaced without electrical alterations. New recessed lighting, hardwired fixtures, new circuits or wiring changes may require a qualified electrician and applicable permits.
Does this include installation costs or BC Hydro rebates?
The budget fields use your own assumptions. The calculator does not provide an installation quote or assume rebate eligibility. Check official utility programs for any current incentives.
Can this help with office or commercial lighting?
Yes. Change the fixture count, operating hours, days per year and rate to model a basic energy-charge comparison. Commercial bills may include demand charges that this tool does not model.
HELPFUL BC RESOURCES
Use your actual electricity rate.
BETTER LIGHTING STARTS HERE
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Whether you're replacing fixtures, planning pot lights or upgrading a business, Paul can help you review the installation.