Light Fixture Replacement — background-checked local pros

Ceiling lights, pendants, wall sconces and recessed trims swapped on existing wiring.

What it typically costs

$70–$220

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What the pro actually does

Power off at the breaker, old fixture down, new one connected to the existing wires and mounted to the existing box. Pendants get levelled and set to height; recessed fixtures usually take a retrofit LED trim that snaps into the existing can. Like-for-like swaps are handyman territory; new circuits or new box locations are electrician work.

Light Fixture Replacement questions

How much does it cost to replace a light fixture?

Typically $70 to $220 per fixture on existing wiring, with the fixture bought separately. Multiple fixtures in one visit usually cost less each. Chandeliers, very high ceilings, or anything needing new wiring push the price up — and new wiring is an electrician job.

Can a handyman replace a light fixture, or do I need an electrician?

For a like-for-like replacement on an existing box and switch, a handyman commonly can — it's one of the most-booked small electrical jobs there is. New circuits, new switches, aluminum wiring or anything that trips the breaker when tested belongs with a licensed electrician. Local rules vary, so check if you're unsure.

My recessed light is dead and the bulb won't come out — what is it?

Older cans take proprietary bulbs that seize or discontinue; the usual fix now is a retrofit LED trim that replaces the whole innards and snaps into the existing housing. It's quick, and the LED trim usually outlives the house's next repaint.

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