I’m about to tackle a home project and need your expert advice. I’m thinking about installing recessed lighting, but I’m a bit overwhelmed.
Did you hire an electrician or a contractor for this job? What made you choose one over the other?
Do you usually buy the fixtures yourself, or do you let the pros handle it? I’m trying to decide if I should save some cash or trust their expertise.
I talked to an electrician who only suggested Halo or Juno cans. He didn’t even mention canless options, which is weird. Is that normal, or should I keep looking around?
Hey there! I recently upgraded my home’s lighting, and I opted for an electrician. I’m a bit of a control freak when it comes to style, so I picked out the fixtures myself. There’s a ton of great options online, and I saved some money too. About the canless lights—my electrician offered them, but I went with traditional cans for insulation reasons. It might be worth getting a second opinion
Hello… I’d say if it’s a larger renovation, go with a contractor—they can coordinate everything seamlessly. For just lighting, an electrician should do the trick. I had my electrician handle the fixture purchase because of his trade discount, and he stuck to the same brands you mentioned. Canless is less common, but if that’s what you want, don’t settle. Keep asking around until you find someone flexible!
Hey fellow DIYer! I actually installed my own canless lights. They’re perfect for tight spaces and super easy to work with if you’re handy. If your heart’s set on canless, you might need to find an electrician who’s open to trying new things. Buying the lights yourself is a great way to get exactly what you want.
Hey, I had the same issue—my electrician was only offering a couple of brands. I found another electrician who was more open to options, including canless. I bought the fixtures on Amazon and he was totally cool with that. Sometimes, it’s just about finding the right match who’ll work with your vision.