--- title: Lighting Services Blog | LED Lighting description: LED Lighting | Blog about facilities' life safety and lighting concerns including emergency lighting, interior and exterior lighting --- Questions?  Call us now at [(800) 225-0263](tel:1800-225-0263)  |  [(203) 756-8148](tel:203-756-8148) [![Lighting_Services_Logo](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hs-fs/file-2244324566-png/images/Logo-2.png?width=200&height=124&name=Logo-2.png "Lighting_Services_Logo")](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net) Search this site on Google Search Google # [Lighting Services Blog](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog) ### [Why Upgrade to LED Lighting in Your Warehouse?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/why-warehouse-led-retrofits-are-a-smart-investment-for-businesses) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Jun 05, 2026 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Why%20Upgrade%20to%20LED%20Lighting%20in%20Your%20Warehouse?&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/why-warehouse-led-retrofits-are-a-smart-investment-for-businesses) [![Why Upgrade to LED Lighting in Your Warehouse?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/factoryblue-2.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/why-warehouse-led-retrofits-are-a-smart-investment-for-businesses) Discover how switching to LED lighting can slash your warehouse energy costs by up to 75% while dramatically improving safety and productivity. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/why-warehouse-led-retrofits-are-a-smart-investment-for-businesses) Topics: [ Energy Savings](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/energy-savings), [ LED Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Can You Ace This Quiz on LED Lighting?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/fun-facts-about-led-lighting-a-multiple-choice-quiz) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Feb 06, 2026 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Can%20You%20Ace%20This%20Quiz%20on%20LED%20Lighting?&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/fun-facts-about-led-lighting-a-multiple-choice-quiz) [![Can You Ace This Quiz on LED Lighting?](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/Led_light_bulb_-_led_lamp_1.png) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/fun-facts-about-led-lighting-a-multiple-choice-quiz) Test your knowledge about LED lighting technology and discover facts that will illuminate your understanding! [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/fun-facts-about-led-lighting-a-multiple-choice-quiz) Topics: [ LED Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Light Pollution](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/the-environmental-impact-of-excessive-lighting) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Dec 29, 2025 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Light%20Pollution&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/the-environmental-impact-of-excessive-lighting) [![Light Pollution](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/LIGHTPOLLUTION.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/the-environmental-impact-of-excessive-lighting) We love lights. Lighting Services' job is to keep our customers' lights up and running. However, there can be too much of a good thing when it comes to lighting, especially outdoors. Read on for an explanation of something you might not have thought of before... [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/the-environmental-impact-of-excessive-lighting) Topics: [ Energy Savings](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/energy-savings), [ LED Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Outdoor Lighting Solutions for the Fall and Winter](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/outdoor-business-lighting-solutions-for-winter) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Aug 29, 2025 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Outdoor%20Lighting%20Solutions%20for%20the%20Fall%20and%20Winter&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/outdoor-business-lighting-solutions-for-winter) [![Outdoor Lighting Solutions for the Fall and Winter](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/The%20image%20showcases%20a%20welllit%20commercial%20building%20exterior%20at%20dusk%20highlighting%20the%20importance%20of%20outdoor%20lighting%20for%20safety%20and%20visibility%20LED%20wall%20pack%20lights%20are%20mounted%20along%20the%20perimeter%20casting%20a%20bright%20focused%20illumination%20that%20accentuates%20t.png) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/outdoor-business-lighting-solutions-for-winter) With cool weather approaching and daylight hours dwindling, it's a great time to think about your business's outdoor lighting. Having a well-lit exterior is crucial for safety and visibility. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/outdoor-business-lighting-solutions-for-winter) Topics: [ Energy Savings](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/energy-savings), [ LED Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [A Guide to Understanding Lighting Brightness](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/lumens-vs-watts-understanding-lighting-brightness) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Jan 29, 2025 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=A%20Guide%20to%20Understanding%20Lighting%20Brightness&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/lumens-vs-watts-understanding-lighting-brightness) [![A Guide to Understanding Lighting Brightness](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/light%20bulb%20newer.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/lumens-vs-watts-understanding-lighting-brightness) Ever wondered why some light bulbs seem brighter than others even if they have the same wattage? It's time to uncover the secret behind lumens and watts! [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/lumens-vs-watts-understanding-lighting-brightness) Topics: [ Energy Savings](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/energy-savings), [ LED Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Lesser-Known Benefits of LED Lighting Upgrades](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/lesser-known-benefits-of-led-lighting-upgrades) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Nov 08, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Lesser-Known%20Benefits%20of%20LED%20Lighting%20Upgrades&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/lesser-known-benefits-of-led-lighting-upgrades) [![Lesser-Known Benefits of LED Lighting Upgrades](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/light%20bulb%20pic-2.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/lesser-known-benefits-of-led-lighting-upgrades)     If you own a commercial property, you are probably acutely aware of the utility bill. Big buildings tend to suck up lots of energy, especially if you inherited older, less efficient equipment. Now, LED lights are often touted as a great way to save money, which is true. They don't demand as much electricity as their more traditional counterparts. That is not the only benefit to them, though.  ## Great For Increasing The Safety Of Your Outside Areas       LED lighting has a different look from traditional fluorescent and incandescent lights. It's a bright white, which puts features in high relief. It reduces shadows. Also, since the lights are made of bunches of lighting elements instead of single bulbs, their light is spread out more evenly, limiting dark corners in areas where they are used. This makes them ideal for places such as parking lots, baseball diamonds, and commercial building exteriors. LED lights have bright, even illumination that helps people to see the ground, so they can avoid tripping, and it prevents unsavory types from being able to hide in the shadows.      Outside is also where nature happens, and that includes fog. The LED's brightness can make a bigger dent in mist than traditional lights, and this limits tripping hazards in front of your property, no matter what the weather. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/lesser-known-benefits-of-led-lighting-upgrades) Topics: [ Energy Savings](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/energy-savings), [ LED Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Why Not to Change a Light Fixture Yourself](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/why-not-to-change-a-light-fixture-yourself-0) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Jun 04, 2024 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Why%20Not%20to%20Change%20a%20Light%20Fixture%20Yourself&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/why-not-to-change-a-light-fixture-yourself-0) [![Why Not to Change a Light Fixture Yourself](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/fixture.webp) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/why-not-to-change-a-light-fixture-yourself-0) Replacing a light fixture is one of those projects that you may think is easy and you can DIY (do-it-yourself). Updating old, buzzing light fixtures with new [LED illumination ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/why-your-industrial-business-needs-an-led-lighting-upgrade)is energy-efficient and smart, but not something you or your janitorial staff should do on their own. The job considered easy and affordable might be costly in the long term. Changing a light fixture requires the work of a skilled electrician, and here is why: [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/why-not-to-change-a-light-fixture-yourself-0) Topics: [ LED Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Crush Rising Energy Costs With LED Lights](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/using-crush-rising-energy-costs-with-led-lights) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Dec 11, 2023 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Crush%20Rising%20Energy%20Costs%20With%20LED%20Lights&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/using-crush-rising-energy-costs-with-led-lights) [![Crush Rising Energy Costs With LED Lights](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/crush%20costs.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/using-crush-rising-energy-costs-with-led-lights) It's no secret that energy costs always tend to rise, especially when daylight is short and it's cold out.  Businesses and organizations are looking for ways to reduce their expenses.  LED lights offer a solution to increasing electricity prices.  Let's look at why. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/using-crush-rising-energy-costs-with-led-lights) Topics: [ Energy Savings](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/energy-savings), [ LED Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [Bollard Lights and Their Benefits](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/bollard-lights-and-their-benefits) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Sep 08, 2023 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=Bollard%20Lights%20and%20Their%20Benefits&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/bollard-lights-and-their-benefits) [![Bollard Lights and Their Benefits](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/bollard%20light.jpg) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/bollard-lights-and-their-benefits) Bollard lights are versatile, and in this day and age, they're everywhere! Both in suburban and urban areas, businesses and homes use them in several ways to brighten up their landscapes. [Read More](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/bollard-lights-and-their-benefits) Topics: [ LED Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/led-lighting), [ Commercial Lighting](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/topic/commercial-lighting) ### [2023 Light Bulb Ban: What You Need to Know](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/2023-light-bulb-ban-what-you-need-to-know) ![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/298916/file-425707331-png/simplex_core_images/profile-default.png) by [ Cooper Clark](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/author/cooper-clark) on Jan 04, 2023 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-icon-2.png) ](http://www.market8.co/email-sharing/email-sharing-form.php?blogname=2023%20Light%20Bulb%20Ban:%20What%20You%20Need%20to%20Know&blogurl=https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/2023-light-bulb-ban-what-you-need-to-know) [![2023 Light Bulb Ban: What You Need to Know](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/hubfs/dark%20bulb-1.webp) ](https://www.lightingservicesinc.net/life-safety-blog/2023-light-bulb-ban-what-you-need-to-know) In 2023, legislation will go into effect in the United States that will prohibit light bulbs with an energy efficiency of under 45 lumens per watt, which rules out most incandescent and halogen options commonly used today. This ban will mean it will no longer be legal to manufacture, import, or sell such bulbs. Instead, consumers will be encouraged to switch to more energy-efficient LED bulbs. Therefore, understanding the specifics of the upcoming ban and why LED lighting is better is essential. 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