Why Everyone’s Opting for LED’s

Have people around you switched to LED (light emitting diode) lighting technology? Most of them have for sure. Why? – The answer is really simple. Opting for LEDs over other traditional lighting solutions offers plenty of benefits.

For that reason, the ultimate electrician offering the best electric services in Brisbane and the surrounding area – Thomas Blake Electrical – has come up with the following list of top 5 advantages of switching to LED lighting technology:

Top 5 Advantages of LEDs

1. Long Lifespan

First and foremost, the most important and beneficial characteristic of LEDs when compared to other solutions is the long lifespan. In general, LEDs last from 30,000 up to 50,000 operating hours which is 2-4 times more than other lighting solutions like fluorescent or metal halide, and even 40 times more than an incandescent bulb.

2. Energy Efficiency

Energy efficiency is also one of the main reasons why every electrician, including Thomas Blake Electrical, recommends switching to LEDs. By consuming an extremely low amount of power, LEDs result in a 70%, and sometimes more than 90%, improvement in the general energy efficiency of a home or other types of building.

3. Safety

Even though this advantage is the most commonly overlooked, we all know how safety is important. The truth is, the amount of heat released is the number one safety threat when it comes to lighting. Remember how hot is an incandescent bulb when you touch it? – That’s a hazard. On the other hand, LEDs emit quite a low amount of heat. Plus, since they are energy-efficient, LEDs can operate on low-voltage electrical systems which are considered to be much safer in case of an electrical accident.

4. Color Rendering Index (CRI)

For those of you who are unfamiliar with the colour rendering index (CRI), it is a measurement used to show a light’s ability to project the original colour of objects as if views at natural light. In general, LED lighting solutions have very high CRI which range between 65 and 95 depending on the type of LED lights which is an excellent CRI rate.

5. Size and Design Flexibility

Last but not least, LEDs are definitely very small in size which makes them extremely adaptable to a limitless number of lighting applications from stylish mood lighting, commercial, residential, to traffic signals and many others. And, being so small, LEDs offer great design flexibility and can be combined with other lighting solutions, used as a single small light, or in a linear fashion when strung out in sequence. The options are endless indeed.

Now that you know the reason why everyone’s opting for LEDs, it’s time you make a smart choice and contact Thomas Blake Electrical and ensure you get the best possible electric services in Brisbane.

Don’t hesitate and call us today!