An easy way to save money at home is to install dimmers for light fixtures in multiple rooms. This project can usually be completed in just a few hours and can dramatically change the look and feel of a space. Of course, as with any home improvement project, light fixture switches have their pros and cons.

Benefits of dimmer switches

The biggest benefit of the dimmer switch is that it saves money. Dimming a light in a room can save 10 percent to 90 (or more) percent on your electricity bill for that light fixture. This is because they reduce the amount of electricity sent to the light fixture, which directly reduces the amount of money spent on electricity. To maximize savings, consider installing greener light bulbs, such as compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) in ceiling fixtures and any other fixtures that may be in dimmer switches.

Another great benefit of installing one is that the homeowner has maximum control over the amount of light in the space. This can be extremely beneficial for setting the mood or lighting up a space for a family gathering.

They can also be installed to work in conjunction with remote controls. Remote controls can change room lighting for various light fixtures with a single click of a button, creating the best control for home lighting.

In addition, they also extend the life of the bulb. When lights are dimmed, even slightly, it extends the overall life of the bulb. For example, a lamp with a traditional incandescent bulb can last less than a year. However, installing one in that same light fixture with the same incandescent bulb can easily extend the life of the bulb by up to three to four years.

Lastly, dimmers can be installed in every room in the house: bedrooms, bathrooms, dining room, living room, kitchen, and more. They can be used in a number of different lighting fixtures: lamps, track lights, ceiling fixtures, bathroom lights, pendant lights, and even lighting under cabinets or wall sconces.

Negative aspects of dimmer switches

Perhaps the biggest drawback to the dimmer switch is that it doesn’t necessarily work with all the lights in a home. When installing them, it is imperative that homeowners research their existing accessories to see if a dimmer switch is safe to use with the appliance. If the homeowner plans to install new lights, this is usually less of an issue as they can simply purchase a light fixture that works safely with the switch.

Second, since installing a switch is electrical work, some homeowners may not feel safe or comfortable handling electricity, even when the power is off (which it should be). This may require the homeowner to contact a professional and pay an hour or two of labor for the professional to install the dimmer switches in the desired rooms.

In short, dimmers offer more benefits than negatives. They save money and provide maximum control over a home’s lighting, so it’s hard to see why someone wouldn’t want to install one.

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