Whether you’re a property manager, business owner, or facility engineer, upgrading to LED lighting is one of the most cost-effective and immediate ways to reduce your energy bills, improve lighting quality, and create a safer, more productive workspace.
At Bierlein-Trombley Electric, we help businesses across Mid-Michigan and Traverse City design, install, and maintain commercial-grade LED lighting systems tailored to your facility and your budget.
You’re not alone if your building still uses fluorescent tubes, metal halide fixtures, or older incandescent lighting. Many commercial spaces were built long before LEDs became the standard. Here’s why more and more businesses are switching:
It’s usually a straightforward upgrade without needing to fully rewire your building.
ANSWER: We’ve upgraded lighting systems in everything from warehouses and auto dealerships to retail shops and office buildings.
| Area | LED Upgrade Options |
|---|---|
| Office Spaces | Flat panel troffers, LED tubes, undercabinet lighting, dimmable fixtures |
| Warehouses | High bay LED lights, vapor tight fixtures, occupancy sensors |
| Retail Stores | Track lighting, accent lighting, display LEDs, recessed downlights |
| Exterior Lighting | LED wall packs, pole lights, canopy lighting, flood lighting |
| Parking Lots & Garages | LED shoebox lights, dusk-to-dawn sensors |
| Common Areas | Recessed lights, sconces, stairwell lights with motion control |
We also help you integrate lighting controls such as occupancy sensors, daylight harvesting, and smart dimmers to meet energy code compliance and utility incentive programs.
ANSWER:
| Service | Typical Price Range |
|---|---|
| Retrofit fluorescent troffers to LED | $120–$250 per fixture |
| Replace HID high bays with LED | $250–$600 per fixture |
| LED exterior wall packs | $200–$450 per light |
| Install occupancy/daylight sensors | $150–$400 per location |
| Full facility lighting upgrade | $5,000–$50,000+ depending on size |
We’ll always work with you to phase work as needed and minimize disruption to tenants, staff, or operations.
ANSWER: Yes. Most utility companies in Michigan, including Consumers Energy and DTE, offer commercial energy rebate programs for LED lighting upgrades. As your contractor, Bierlein-Trombley Electric can help you identify and process rebate applications to offset costs.
ANSWER: Yes, but in a good way. We match color temperature (Kelvin) and lumens to your goals, providing warm lighting for lobbies, cooler lighting for task areas, and consistent coverage throughout.
ANSWER: Absolutely. We routinely phase work during off-peak hours or weekends to minimize downtime, especially in tenant-occupied buildings and retail settings.
ANSWER: Yes. We’ll ensure all LED upgrades meet IECC and ASHRAE 90.1 standards, and we help ensure sensor placement and controls meet local energy codes.
ANSWER: Whether you’re modernizing an office, upgrading your loading dock, or making your storefront shine brighter, our licensed team brings clarity and experience to the table.
Here’s what you get when you hire Bierlein-Trombley Electric:
Let’s schedule a free walkthrough and put together a customized LED lighting plan that saves you money and looks sharp.