We inspect before we quote
No phone-estimate guessing – we look at the actual panel and wiring first.
Where pot lights come up most in Ottawa homes
New basement layout
Finishing a basement and planning a lighting layout from scratch
Existing-ceiling retrofits
Kitchen and living room retrofits over existing drywall, including swapping a single flush-mount fixture for a cleaner pot-light look
Ceiling fan install
Adding a ceiling fan where there wasn't one before
Planning your pot light layout
The single biggest factor in whether pot lights look right is spacing and placement relative to the room's actual use – task areas, seating, and ceiling height all affect where lights should go. We plan the layout before cutting anything, rather than spacing lights evenly and hoping it works.
Retrofitting recessed lighting into an existing ceiling
Installing pot lights into a finished ceiling – as opposed to during a basement build-out where the joists are exposed – means working around joists, insulation, and existing wiring runs without opening the whole ceiling. We use retrofit-rated housings designed for exactly this and patch cleanly around each fixture.
Insulation contact and fire ratings
Pot lights installed where insulation touches the housing need to be IC-rated (insulation contact rated) to avoid a fire risk – this matters especially in Ottawa attics and top-floor ceilings with significant insulation for the winter climate. We use the correct rating for where each fixture actually sits, not a one-size-fits-all part.
Why choose us for pot lights and recessed lighting
Inspection first, then a written quote
We look at the actual panel and wiring before quoting, not a phone-estimate guess – and every price is written down before work starts, no surprise line items.
ESA-notified work
We handle Electrical Safety Authority notification as part of the job when it's required.
Residential & commercial
Homes, offices, retail, and light-industrial space across Ottawa.
What to expect
Written quote, no surprises
The price is confirmed before work starts.
ESA-notified work
Handled as part of the job when it's required.
Cleaned up when we're done
We leave the site the way we found it.
Pot Lights & Recessed Lighting FAQs
How many pot lights does a room need?
It depends on room size, ceiling height, and how the space is used – we plan spacing on-site rather than applying a fixed ratio.
Can you install pot lights without opening my whole ceiling?
Yes, retrofit-rated housings are designed for exactly this – installation goes through individual cutouts, not a full ceiling opening.
Do you also install ceiling fans?
Yes, including adding a fan-rated box where one wasn't previously there.
What's the difference between IC-rated and non-IC pot lights?
IC-rated housings are safe to install where insulation touches them, which applies to most Ottawa attic and top-floor ceilings. We use the right rating for each location.