Recessed lights under an insulated attic
Fixtures in a ceiling with insulation above must be IC-rated, meaning they can touch insulation safely. Airtight models also keep warm air from leaking into the attic.
Serving Bloomingdale & nearby Roselle, Glendale Heights
Kitchen Lighting Installation in Bloomingdale, IL
Recessed, pendant and under-cabinet lighting for Bloomingdale kitchens, laid out so the counters are bright and wired by a licensed electrician.
- Crews working in Bloomingdale ZIP 60108
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Kitchen lighting problems we solve in Bloomingdale
Good kitchen light comes down to placement, color and control. We lay out the fixtures before cutting a single hole, pick a warm white that flatters the finishes, and wire everything to switches that make sense in your Bloomingdale kitchen.
Adding recessed lights to an existing ceiling
Adding can lights to a finished kitchen is mostly careful cutting and fishing wire. We plan the grid around joists, ducts and plumbing above.
Canned or canless recessed lights?
Slim wafer fixtures need only a small hole and little room above. Housings with trims are better when you want to change trims later.
Dark counters and shadows where you work
We fix shadowed counters by adding task light under the wall cabinets and placing ceiling fixtures toward the front of the counters instead of the room's center.
Visible LED dots and glare under the cabinets
Cheap strip lights show a row of bright dots on glossy counters. We use diffused channels or fixtures and mount them toward the front of the cabinet.
Pendants over the island
To hang pendants over a new island, the ceiling boxes have to be in the right spots and rated for the weight. We set them, then fine-tune the drop.
Switches in the wrong place or one switch for everything
When every light is on one switch, you can't set a softer evening light. We split the layers onto separate switches and dimmers.
Under-cabinet lighting: hardwired or plug-in?
For a clean look, we hardwire under-cabinet lights with a concealed driver and a switch or dimmer. Plug-in and battery options suit renters or quick fixes.
What's included
- Lighting layoutA plan for ceiling, task, island and accent light, with fixture positions and switching.
- Wiring and circuit checkExisting circuits checked for capacity; a permit pulled when new circuits are added.
- Old fixtures removedFluorescent boxes, old cans and outdated fixtures taken down and wiring made safe.
- Wire fished to fixtures and switchesNew cable run through the ceiling and walls with minimal access holes.
- Fixtures installedEach fixture hung, leveled and wired.
- Testing and adjustmentWe run each circuit and fine-tune before leaving.
- Patching and cleanupWe close up openings and clean the work area.
Materials and finishes
Under-cabinet LEDHardwired strips, puck lights or light bars mounted under the wall cabinets.
Surface and flush fixturesCeiling-mounted lights when recessing isn't possible.
Recessed lightingCanless LED wafers or housings with LED trims, IC-rated where insulation is present.
Accent lightingIn-cabinet lights for glass doors, toe-kick strips and lighting above the cabinets.
Color temperature optionsLEDs in a consistent, warm color with good rendering.
Before and after: kitchens near Bloomingdale
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Bloomingdale
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Old Town Bloomingdale. Before: two hanging glass pendants. What bothered the owners most: old lights that no longer matched the kitchen. Finished kitchen: black cage pendants and slim recessed lights on separate switches. Work included wiring and circuit check, wire fished to fixtures and switches, plus fixtures installed.
Before
AfterRoselle kitchen, 1970s split-level: kitchen lighting installation
A 1970s split-level in Roselle, a typical kitchen for Roselle. The kitchen as it was: a hanging swag lamp. The reason for the call: one ceiling fixture lighting the whole room. The result: two glass pendants and recessed lights on separate switches. On site this meant lighting layout, wiring and circuit check, plus patching and cleanup.
Kitchen Lighting Installation in Roselle →
Before
AfterA Glendale Heights two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glendale Heights. What we started with: a fluorescent box light in the ceiling. The reason for the call: a humming fluorescent light that left the counters flat and dim. After: recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips on separate switches. The job covered old fixtures removed, testing and adjustment, plus patching and cleanup.
Kitchen Lighting Installation in Glendale Heights →
Before
AfterA Bloomingdale 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
What changed: cabinets in pale sage with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterBloomingdale kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen cabinet painting
What changed: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Bloomingdale →How the job goes
- Share photos and plansSend photos of the kitchen, the ceiling and any fixtures you've picked.
- Layout visitWe check the ceiling type, joists, insulation and wiring, and mark fixture positions.
- Written estimateA clear written price before any ceiling is cut.
- Install and testFixtures wired and mounted, dimmers set, ceiling patched and everything tested.
Kitchen Lighting Installation questions from Bloomingdale homeowners
How long does recessed lighting installation take?
Most kitchen lighting jobs take one to a few days depending on the number of fixtures and access.
Hardwired or plug-in under-cabinet lights?
Hardwired looks cleaner and works from a wall switch. Plug-in is quicker but leaves a cord and uses an outlet.
How far from the cabinets should recessed lights be?
It depends on cabinet depth and ceiling height. We mark positions so light lands on the work surface.
Can recessed lights go into a plaster ceiling?
They can. We cut each hole slowly to avoid cracks and patch around the trims.
How high should pendants hang over an island?
The bottom of the fixture usually sits around 30 to 36 inches above the counter, adjusted to your height and sight lines.
Do I need a Bloomingdale-registered contractor for kitchen lighting project?
No registration application or fee to work as a contractor in Bloomingdale. Permit submittals need a detailed written scope of work. We take care of that before work starts.
What does Bloomingdale ask for on electrical work?
A license is required depending on permit type; electrical is listed among the trade licenses. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Bloomingdale building permit for kitchen lighting project: where do I apply?
Permits go through Building & Zoning Department, phone (630) 671-5660. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do you work in my part of Bloomingdale?
Yes. Our crews work across Bloomingdale, including Old Town Bloomingdale — ZIP 60108 — and nearby Roselle, Glendale Heights, Carol Stream.
Working in Bloomingdale
- A lot of Bloomingdale kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bloomingdale homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
Old Town Bloomingdale
ZIP 60108
Kitchen Lighting Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Bloomingdale
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.