Can I install permanent lights myself or is professional installation required?

Professional installation is highly recommended for safety and optimal performance. DIY is possible but not recommended for most homeowners.

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Professional installation is highly recommended for safety and optimal performance. DIY installation is supported but not recommended. for professional installation.

Professional vs DIY

Why professional installation is recommended

Permanent lighting involves working at heights, running wiring, and ensuring weather-tight connections. Here is what is involved.

Roofline access

Installation requires ladder work along the entire roofline. Professional crews have the equipment, training, and safety protocols for working at height.

Precise track mounting

The hat track must be mounted level, with clean transitions at peaks and corners. This requires experience and specialized cutting tools.

Wiring routing

Low-voltage wiring must be routed cleanly and hidden from view. Professional installers know how to run wires through soffits and transitions without visible runs.

Weatherproofing

Every connection point must be properly sealed. A single missed seal can lead to moisture intrusion and LED failure over time.

System configuration

The control box, zones, and WiFi setup need to be configured correctly. Our crew handles this and verifies everything works before leaving.

Warranty protection

Professional installation ensures your system is set up correctly from day one, protecting your warranty and investment.

1 dayProfessional install time

WCBInsured crew

$3MLiability insurance

5 yrWarranty included

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Installation comparison

Professional installation vs DIY

Temporary Lights

Number One Lights

Time

Multiple weekends

One day

Safety

Personal ladder risk

Trained, insured crew

Quality

Variable - first attempt

Consistent - experienced team

Warranty

May be affected

Fully protected

App setup

Figure it out yourself

Full onboarding included

Hidden wiring

Difficult without experience

Clean, invisible wire runs

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"Great job and gave a great training session on the device on how to use it. Everything looks great and they made it very...Read Charlene L.'s full review"

Charlene L.via Google

"Highly recommend Kyle from Number One Lights! Kyle was absolutely amazing from start to finish. He was incredibly friend...Read Ruby S.'s full review"

Ruby S.via Google

"Number One Lights are amazing! Kyle and his crew were on time and completed the job in one day! Even staying till after ...Read Dave F.'s full review"

Dave F.via Google

"We are so happy with the work from Number One Lights, very professional and the results are amazing. Highly recommended!"

Thomas D.via Google

"Very professional installation done in a timely fashion. Easy to use interface for the lights. Lots of patterns to choos...Read Randy G.'s full review"

Randy G.via Google

"Kyle and his partner did an amazing job on our permanent lights 👍"

Peter B.via Google

"We love love love our lights. Kyle is awesome to deal with and stands behind his product."

Connie D.via Google

"Kyle was so great to deal with. He did a great job on the lights. They look fantastic. So happy."

Brandee M.via Google

"#1 Lights was very good to work with. Kyle did the installation when he said he would. Came back and checked on things t...Read Karen L.'s full review"

Karen L.via Google

"We are absolutely thrilled with our new permanent lights! Kyle was fantastic. Not only was he on time for every appointm...Read Riya P.'s full review"

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