This amazing new technology is actually not very new at all. Initially discovered at the turn of the 20th century, the first practical use of this semiconductor light source was developed in 1962. Over the years new innovation has spurred on the dramatic development of this super clean technology.

Today, the LED application to lighting has come of age. This form of lighting when compared to either incandescent or fluorescent lighting has many economic and ecological advantages. For instance, from an economic standpoint when comparing LED to incandescent lighting, a 60 watt light bulb can be changed to an LED light replacement that only consumes 6 watts. Also the estimated life of an incandescent light bulb is 1,000 to 2,000 hours compared to a 50,000 to 100,000 hour life of an LED bulb. Similar savings are to be found when comparing fluorescent light bulbs and tubes.

Unlike LED bulbs and tubes, fluorescent CFL bulbs and tubes contain trace amounts of dangerous mercury, which unless disposed of carefully, can contaminate landfills and underground water supplies. With approximately 5,000,000 light bulbs being thrown away ever day, even small trace amounts can add up.

LED lighting is, in most cases a simple retrofit, just remove one bulb and replace it with an LED. When replacing fluorescent tubes the existing light fitting remains, but the ballast is bypassed, which involves a simple wiring change. Many times the ballast is left in the unit. We have contracted with licensed electricians to install these LED lights if required.

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