Lighting fixes and fixture fitting
Good light changes a room. A lamp that hangs crooked, a switch that crackles, a dimmer that flickers — small things that wear on you every evening. We take care of them so your home simply works.
From swapping an old pendant for something you actually like, to adding a dimmer for slow evenings — every job starts the same way: we listen, we look, we tell you what it takes. If a detail needs agreeing first, we sort it out before any tools come out.
Curious what else we handle around the house? The full list of handyman services covers everything from odd jobs to safety checks.
What lighting work covers
Every job below is described as it happens in practice — no stories, just how it works.
Replacing fittings and fixtures
An old or damaged fitting comes down, the wiring is checked, and the new one goes up level and secure. Ceiling roses, wall brackets, pendants and spots — each is mounted to suit the surface it sits on, so nothing sags or loosens later.
Switches and dimmers
Worn switches are swapped for new ones, and dimmers are fitted where the lamp supports them. Two-way circuits — the kind that let you turn the stair light off from either end — are set up and tested before we call it done. For a wider look at switches and socket safety, see the socket and safety page.
Small repairs and tidy-ups
A lamp that blinks, a pull-cord that snapped, a shade that leans — these get fixed rather than replaced where parts allow. Loose cables near fittings are clipped and secured, and every circuit is checked with a tester before the light goes back on.
Our guarantee on lighting work
Every fitting is mounted securely, every connection is tested, and nothing is left half-done. If a part you want is out of stock, we say so and agree on an alternative with you first.
Tools and materials we bring
The right tools make the difference between a quick fix and a comeback visit.
For lighting jobs the kit is simple but complete: insulated drivers and pliers, a voltage tester, a drill with the right bits for plaster, brick and wood, and a level so your fitting hangs straight. Materials include connectors, mounting boxes, cable clips and switch plates in common finishes.
If your fixture needs a specific part — a rare bulb base, a matching plate, a special bracket — the details are agreed with you by request before the visit, so the work happens in one go.
Common questions about lighting
Short answers to what people ask most often.
Can a dimmer be fitted to any lamp?
No. The lamp and the bulb both need to support dimming. We check this before fitting — if your fixture does not support a dimmer, we tell you what options work instead.
How long does a fixture replacement take?
A straightforward swap of a pendant or wall fitting is normally a short single visit. Anything involving new cable runs or extra switches takes longer, and the scope is agreed with you beforehand.
Do you supply the fixtures or should I buy my own?
Both work. You can buy the fitting you like and we install it, or we agree on sourcing details together — whichever suits you better.
Why does my light flicker?
Flicker usually points to a loose connection, a worn switch or a bulb at the end of its life. The cause is found by testing, not guessing, and then fixed at the source.
Ready to sort your lighting?
Tell us what needs fixing or fitting. Describe the job in a few words and we take it from there.
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