How much will an LED upgrade in your home cost?
The cost of a downlight upgrade in your home will depend on a few factors.
- Live in Sydney
- Have a minimum of 20 lights
- Any state subsidies
- $33* Total
- Live in Melbourne
- Have a minimum of 10 lights
Any state subsidies- $33** Each
Get your whole home upgraded to LED.
Either complete the form or call us on 1300 788 776
and our Energy Saving Team will be able to tell you straight away.
* In order to qualify, the resident must be living in Sydney and pay a once-off $33 site establishment fee to upgrade all your lights. Sydney residents must have 20 existing downlights or eligible bulbs to replace. Properties with 10-19 lights will require a $99 site-assessment fee.
** Melbourne residents – offer only available until June 30th, $33 per eligible LED downlight, when upgrading 10 or more LED downlights in Victoria. Surcharge applies for dimmable downlights and for Melbourne properties with less than 10 lights for upgrade.
How do I upgrade my home?
Get in touch
Fill out the form below or call us on 1300 788 776.
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Quick Quote
Speak to one of our Energy Efficiency Experts and after a few quick questions, we’ll determine how much you’ll benefit from a lighting upgrade.
Schedule a time to suit you
Energy Makeovers will work with your schedule to arrange a time that suits you.
Installation
Our A Grade electricians will dispose of your old lighting, recycling where we can. Your new lights are expertly installed so you can let the savings begin!
For a 3 minute Quick Quote or for more information about an LED lighting upgrade for your
home complete the form below. Or call us today 1300 788 776
Things to consider
Have you ever replaced your lights?
If you have previously replaced your downlights have you noticed if they have an MR16 or a GU10 base?
Halogen downlights with an MR16 and a GU10 base are shown in the image above. Both can be upgraded to an energy-efficient LED alternative and some may be eligible for subsidies under the VEU and HEER Programs from Victoria and New South Wales.
Do you have a dimmer?
Above is an example of a downlight dimmer. It’s used for adjusting the brightness of your lights.
If you have a dimmer in place, let our team know before receiving a quote as it may have an impact.
I don’t know what my fittings are. Can I still have an upgrade?
Energy Makeovers are able to provide a fully integrated LED downlight if you wish to remove your 12V transformer or if you have dimmers installed on your existing halogen downlights.
Please note we are only able to upgrade a current system you have in place and do not install downlight lighting systems in a property where no downlights exist.
Are your lights 12V?
If your downlights are 12V they will usually say on the base of the bulb., You may also have a transformer in place, although it may not be visible.
Do you have other inefficient lights in your home?
The Victorian Energy Upgrades program (previously known as VEET), is no longer available from 1st February 2023 for LED downlight upgrades, however, we can still help you make your home more energy efficient with lighting upgrades, products and services.
If you’d like to discuss upgrading CFL lighting or other upgrades on your premises please give us a call at 1300 788 776
Where are you based?
These Government Rebates for Lighting are currently only available to Sydney residents.
We may also be able to help you access rebates if you live elsewhere.
Check out our Government Incentive page for details.
Are they halogen downlights?
The VEU subsidised lighting upgrade finished on 31st January 2023 and included 12V halogen downlights. If you have already replaced your downlights with fluorescent or energy-saving LED lights, we cannot upgrade your downlights under the VEU (VEET) scheme subsidies.
Above is a typical halogen downlight for you to compare with your lights.
Do you have 1 or more transformers in the ceiling (connected to your downlights)?
Above is an example of a transformer used for halogen downlights.
You may not be able to see your transformer. An Energy Makeovers Electrician can check for a transformer during an upgrade. All transformers are assessed for eligibility with our LEDs and if they’re deemed incompatible, a standard upgrade to MR16 LEDs may not be available.
Can I have cool white LED downlights in the upgrade?
We don’t currently supply cool white LEDs.
Our LEDs are 3000K and warm white in colour. 3000K warm white best replicates the colour of most halogen downlights and therefore are the best direct replacement for an upgrade. This warm white colour is most typical in homes, as it creates a comfortable, inviting ambience.
If you’d like to know more about the LED lighting colour spectrum and why warm white LEDs work best in the home and work-space have a read of our blog post.