Fixture work we do
- Ceiling, vanity, pendant and wall lights replaced on their existing boxes
- Porch and exterior lights swapped and sealed against the wall
- Mounting straps and crossbars fitted to suit the new fixture
- Connections checked and tightened, and the circuit tested afterward
- Small marks left by an old canopy touched up
Fixtures in an older housing stock
San Gabriel’s median home was built in 1957, according to the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 estimates. Fixtures have been changed many times since, but boxes and the wire behind them often haven’t. We look at both when the old fixture comes down and stop if anything looks unsafe.
The switch to LED is worth it. The U.S. Department of Energy’s Building America Solution Center says “ENERGY STAR certified LED products use at least 75% less energy and last up to 25 times longer than traditional incandescent lighting.” Less heat at the fixture is easier on old wiring, too.
Porch lights take the most weather. When we swap one, we seal the top and sides of the base against the wall and leave a small gap at the bottom so any water that gets in can drain out.
When it’s an electrician’s call
We only swap fixtures where a box and wiring already exist. Adding a light where there isn’t one, moving a box, adding a switch, or wiring that is brittle, scorched or missing a ground goes to an electrician. We can come back to hang the fixture after.
Photos for a fixture quote
A photo of each fixture you want changed and a link or photo of the new ones. Text them to (626) 684-3505.
Light fixture questions
Will you text before you come?
Yes, you’ll get a text before we head over.
What if you find bad wiring behind the old light?
We stop and show you. Nothing past the quote is done without your go-ahead, and wiring problems go to an electrician.
Can you supply the fixtures?
We can, or we hang yours. Parts depend on the job and are listed in the quote.
Can I pay by card?
We take most common payment methods. Ask when you book if you want to check yours.
Lighting guides
- New porch and outdoor lights on stucco wallsHow to replace porch, garage and exterior light fixtures on stucco walls in San Gabriel homes, including weather sealing and sensors.
- Small updates that make an older home easier for aging parentsSmall changes that make an older San Gabriel home easier for aging parents: lever handles, easier switches, better lighting, a handheld shower and more.
This job sits in our electrical fixture swaps group. For other repairs, see the services overview, or start with the repair guide for San Gabriel’s older homes.