Everything You Need to Know about LED Retrofit Kits

Feeling confused about LED lighting retrofits? Not sure whether to go with retrofitting LED lights or opt for a total lighting redesign? Need an explanation of what, exactly, a retrofit LED kit is?

The light-obsessed experts at TCP get it. The recent incandescent light bulb ban has put many of us in the dark about how to keep homes, offices and other spaces lit. And the struggle is real to figure out a long-term plan for making the switch to LEDs from the incandescent, fluorescent and other bulbs we’ve all been familiar with for so long.

To help you make the best lighting decisions, we break down what TCP’s Retrofit LED Kits are all about and the benefits they offer for fast, easy illumination upgrades. Plus, we walk you through the main debate points of retrofitting LEDs versus redesigning your facility’s lighting layout.

Read on for everything you need to know about LED retrofit kits and saving money with LEDs, utility rebates and more!

What Is an LED Retrofit Kit?

An LED retrofit kit is an all-in-one solution for fast, easy updates to your facility’s illumination. These kits come packaged with all the components and pieces you’ll need to swap out incandescents, fluorescents and other outdated bulbs for more efficient and user-friendly LED options – without changing the fixtures or calling an electrician to rewire anything.

So whether you’re replacing just a few strip lights in your warehouse, dozens of recessed lights in your boutique or hundreds of flat panels throughout your corporate facility, retrofitting LED lights is the smart way to go!

LED Retrofits vs. Lighting Redesign

There’s a laundry list of benefits of switching to LED lights from outdated incandescents and fluorescents. You’ll see lower utility bills thanks to their incredible energy efficiency. Your team will see better – and likely feel better – thanks to clearer and more even lighting with a high CRI. And you’ll have the convenience of changing the lighting ambiance from vibrantly energetic to neutrally bright to warm and welcoming without changing the bulb, thanks to color temperature selectivity.

But why choose LED retrofits over a total redesign of your lighting? If you’re happy with the general layout of your lighting and you’re focused on simply improving the quality and functionality of your lighting, retrofitting LED lights brings you benefits like:

Quick Installation vs. Reno Downtime

Our LED lighting retrofit kits are carefully designed to facilitate fast installation – often directly into your existing fixtures. A lighting redesign, on the other hand, typically involves an extensive renovation of your space as lights are moved around, which often means significant downtime for your team.

Instant Savings vs. Payment Due

Once you install LED lighting retrofits, your facility will immediately begin consuming less electricity than it did with those outdated bulbs. That translates to instant savings on your utility bills – instead of a balance-due invoice from the lighting designer and installation crew that requires payment before you’ve even had a chance to enjoy your new lights.

Long-Term Savings vs. Long-Term Investment

On top of that immediate reduction in energy use, you’ll continue to save on your LED lighting retrofit because those high-efficiency bulbs have life spans of up to 100,000 hours! That translates to far less need for storing replacements and far fewer man hours needed for fixing burnt-out bulbs. Plus, you can check with your local energy supplier about utility rebates that could save you even more money! A total redesign can undercut those long-term savings with a higher price tag – which might mean months of payments and a longer wait for true ROI.

Upgraded Features vs. Reconfigured Layout

Our LED retrofit kits bring your team immediate upgrades, like reduced glare, excellent color consistency and smooth, flicker-free dimming. And you get all that without huge interruptions to your everyday workflows. A full lighting redesign means a whole new layout, which often requires adjustments to workstation placement and other physical reconfigurations.

TCP’s LED Light Retrofit Kit Options

Find the perfect LED retrofits for your facility at TCP. Don’t see what you need? Connect with us! We’re delighted to help you determine the best fit for your needs – even if that means developing a custom LED lighting solution. LED retrofit kit options we currently offer include:

• LED General Purpose Strip Retrofit Kits – For everything from small manufacturing facilities and warehouses to grocery stores, schools, offices and residential spaces, our General Purpose Strip Retrofit Kits are great choices for worry-free, cost-effective upgrades.
• LED Flat Panel Troffer Retrofit Kits – Offices, healthcare facilities, public gathering spaces and residential rec rooms benefit from the clear, even lighting and slim, low-profile design of our LED Flat Panel Troffer Retrokits.
• LED Volumetric Troffer Retrofit Kits – For a high-end look in retail stores, banks, military facilities and hospitality venues, our LED Volumetric Troffer Retrofit Kits replace T5, T8 and T12 linear fluorescent systems in a variety of grid ceiling configurations.
• LED Magnetic 2-Strip Retrofit Kits – Easily convert fluorescent troffer and strip fixtures into high-efficiency luminaires with our LED Magnetic 2-Strip Retrofit Kits that do not require above-the-ceiling access.
• LED Paddle Retrofit Kits – Take safety to the next level by upgrading your emergency signage with LED Paddle Retrofit Kits that are easy to install, maintenance-free and designed to fit a variety of applications.
• LED Recessed Can Light Retrofit Kits – Whether they’re for display lighting in a boutique, accent lighting in an office or discrete illumination in a residence, our LED Recessed Light Retrofit Kits mount seamlessly into existing recessed cans with integrated trim and both pigtail and spring clips included.
• Retrofit Ballast Kits – Keep your ballast fixtures and upgrade in a snap with our Retrofit Ballast Kits that include everything you need – even the pre-wired disconnect.

Your Go-To Retrofit Lighting Company

Ready to try your hand at retrofitting LED lights into your existing fixtures? Great! Connect with us for expert insight into the perfect LED retrofit kits for your project.

If you need LED lighting that goes beyond the scope of retrofits, we’ve got your back there, too. We’re one of very few LED lighting retrofit companies that also do custom LED lighting manufacturing. We’ll try anything! Hit us up with your craziest LED lighting ideas, and we’ll do our darndest to make it happen. Reach out today!