With every year LED lighting is becoming more and more common in American homes. An annual survey run by the U.S Energy Information Administration, found that nearly 50% of US households reported using LED’s for most or all of their indoor lighting in 2020.
But what makes LED lights so great and why should every homeowner strongly consider upgrading?
What are LED’s?
LED stands for light emitting diode. These devices produce their light by passing an electrical current through a semiconductor material. Their compact design allows LED’s to be extremely small with some measuring just a few millimeters wide. LED bulbs come in many colors and sizes, making them a perfect choice for any of your lighting applications.
The way they convert electricity produces very little heat and emits light in a specific direction without the need to focus the light with reflectors. This innovative design creates the most energy efficient, long-lasting, and versatile light source to date.
The Benefits of LED Lighting
Energy Efficiency
Every homeowner should invest in LED lighting, first and foremost, for their high energy efficiency. LED’s use 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs and about 50% less than Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL’s) to produce the same amount of light.
This is due to the amount of electricity that is released as heat instead of light based on each products’ design. LED’s produce very little heat which make them extremely energy efficient, whereas 90% of the energy in incandescent bulbs and 80% of the energy in CFL’s is released as heat.
Long Lifespan
What sets LED’s apart further, is their incredibly long life span. LED bulbs average around 15,000 to 50,000 hours depending on their quality and how they are used. A good quality bulb can last up to 3 to 5 times longer than a CFL and 30 times longer than an incandescent bulb.
Having LED lights in your home means less time and hassle changing out light bulbs, less cost, and less waste.
Cost Savings
As LED lights have become more common and the technology has continued to advance, their price has also decreased significantly since they first entered the market. They are a sound long term investment due to their long useful life and low energy usage.
Increased Safety
LED lights are also a much safer option than traditional light sources. They are free of mercury, have more durability, and produce little heat which greatly reduces the risk of fires and burns.
Fluorescent lighting on the other hand uses mercury vapor to emit light which could make them a potential safety hazard for you and your family.
Although incandescent lightbulbs are generally free of toxic materials, they are at a higher risk of starting house fires because they generate a large amount of heat. This makes them more susceptible to overheating and starting a fire when in contact with flammable material.
Versatility
With their extremely small size and variety of colors and shapes, LED’s are the most versatile light source on the market. Their increased durability and clear bright light make them perfect for both inside and outside the house. Their small size makes them great for accent lighting such as under cabinets and above decorations.
They can also be incorporated into smart home systems with Smart LED’s. These bulbs allow you control your homes light remotely via your smart phone. They can also be programmed to change color and brightness, follow schedules, and respond to voice commands.
Upgrading to LED lighting is a great choice for any homeowner on account of its numerous benefits. Now is the time to improve your home’s energy usage, decrease your energy costs, and keep your family safer by upgrading to LED lighting.
Consult our lighting experts today to help you transition to LED lighting and make your home a brighter place.