Under-Cabinet Lighting Installation in Newnan, GA
Under-cabinet lighting puts light right where you work: on the counter, not behind you. Shocking Electric Solutions installs hardwired LED under-cabinet lighting in kitchens, bars, laundry rooms and workshops across Newnan and Coweta County.
Hardwired vs. Plug-In Lights
Plug-in and battery lights are quick, but they leave cords on the counter and take up outlets. Hardwired lights run from a switch on the wall, with the wiring hidden behind or inside the cabinets. They look cleaner and turn on with the rest of your kitchen lighting.
Choosing the Right Fixtures
- LED tape or strip lighting gives even light with a very low profile
- LED puck lights create pools of light for glass cabinets and bars
- Linear LED fixtures are bright and easy to service
- Color temperature is chosen to match your other kitchen lights
- Dimmers must be rated for the LED driver to avoid flicker or buzz
How Installation Works
We look at the cabinets, the nearest power source and where you want the switch. We place the driver or transformer where it can be reached later, run wiring so it stays hidden, and use fixtures rated for the location. In a remodel, it is easiest to wire while walls are open, so plan it early with your contractor.
Part of a Better Kitchen Lighting Plan
Under-cabinet lights work best together with recessed lighting and pendants over an island. See our lighting installation services and renovation electrical work.
Where Under-Cabinet Lighting Works Best
- Kitchen counters for food prep, reading recipes and cleaning up
- Coffee and beverage bars where a soft glow looks good at night
- Butler’s pantries and wet bars with glass-front cabinets
- Laundry rooms with upper cabinets over a folding counter
- Garage and shop benches where shadows make close work hard
Power Options: Switch, Outlet or Dedicated Circuit
Hardwired under-cabinet lights usually take power from a nearby outlet or switch circuit, with a low-voltage driver hidden in a cabinet. In a remodel, we can add a dedicated switch near the door so all your task lighting turns on together. We avoid tying lights into kitchen countertop appliance circuits when code or load says otherwise, and we keep drivers where they stay cool and can be reached later.
Controls and Dimming
Under-cabinet lights can be on a standard switch, a dimmer, a smart switch or a motion sensor. Many homeowners like a dimmer so the lights can be bright for cooking and low as a night light. The dimmer has to match the LED driver, or you can get flicker and buzz. See smart switch installation for more control options.
Adding Outlets at the Same Time
If your backsplash needs more outlets, USB outlets or GFCI protection, it makes sense to handle it while we are wiring the lights. A kitchen remodel is also a good time to check whether the countertop circuits are overloaded. Read about kitchen and bathroom remodel electrical work.
Why Hardwired Lights Last Longer
Quality hardwired LED fixtures and drivers are rated for years of daily use, and the connections are protected inside boxes and cabinets. Plug-in strips often fail at the adhesive or the cheap power supply. When we install under-cabinet lights, we choose parts that can be serviced or replaced later without tearing out the whole run.
Why Homeowners Choose Shocking Electric Solutions
- Georgia Class II Unrestricted electrical contractor license EN216120
- Serving Newnan and Coweta County since 2008, with IBEW Local 613 training behind our work
- Free estimates, so you know the plan before any work starts
- A 2-year warranty on our workmanship
- A 4.9-star rating on Google
- Same-day and next-day appointments often available
- Our motto: Done Right The First Time.
Serving Newnan and Nearby Communities
We serve homeowners throughout Newnan and Coweta County, plus Sharpsburg, Senoia, Moreland, Grantville, Turin, Peachtree City, Tyrone, Fayetteville, Palmetto, Carrollton and other towns within about 40 miles. Our office is at 1002 Highway 16 W, Suite A, Newnan, GA 30263.
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Get a free estimate for under-cabinet lighting in Newnan and Coweta County.
Call (678) 552-9399 or text (470) 516-7261. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can under-cabinet lights be added to existing cabinets?
Usually, yes. We look at your cabinets and power source and plan a route that keeps wiring hidden.
Can under-cabinet lights be dimmed?
Yes, with a dimmer that is compatible with the LED driver. We match the two so the lights do not flicker or buzz.
Do under-cabinet lights need a separate switch?
They can have their own wall switch or share a control with other kitchen lights. We set it up the way you prefer.
Are estimates free?
Yes. Call (678) 552-9399 or text (470) 516-7261 to set up a free estimate.
Where does the driver for LED under-cabinet lights go?
Usually inside a cabinet above or below the lights, where it stays cool and can be reached later for service.
Can I add under-cabinet lighting without opening walls?
Often, yes. We look for routes through cabinets and nearby boxes to keep wiring hidden with little or no wall work.
Can under-cabinet lights be put on a smart switch?
Yes, as long as the switch is compatible with the LED driver. We match the control to the fixtures.