Kansas City's Trusted Recessed Lighting Installers
Kansas City's Trusted Recessed Lighting Installers
Transform any room with professionally installed recessed lighting. LED can lights, dimmer switches, and whole-home lighting design by licensed electricians. From kitchens to basements, we create beautiful, functional lighting throughout your home.
Trusted & Certified
Licensed, insured, and backed by industry-leading certifications
Whole-Home Recessed Lighting Installation in Kansas City
From kitchens to basements, we install professional LED recessed lighting throughout your entire home. Our licensed electricians ensure safe, code-compliant installations with dimmer switches and smart controls. See our kitchen lighting services for more lighting options.
Kitchen Recessed Lighting
Eliminate shadows and brighten your cooking space with properly spaced LED recessed lights throughout your kitchen.
- Task Lighting
- Even Coverage
- Dimmer Compatible
- Energy Efficient
Living Room Lighting
Create the perfect ambiance for relaxing and entertaining with layered recessed lighting in your main living spaces.
- Ambient Lighting
- Accent Zones
- Smart Controls
- Flexible Dimming
Bathroom Can Lights
Brighten bathrooms safely with IC-rated, waterproof recessed fixtures positioned for optimal grooming and ambiance.
- Shower Safe
- Vanity Lighting
- IC-Rated
- Moisture Resistant
Bedroom Ambient Lighting
Soft, dimmable recessed lighting creates relaxing bedroom environments perfect for winding down.
- Warm Tones
- Full Dimming
- Quiet Operation
- Bedside Zones
Basement Lighting
Transform dark basements into bright, usable living space with comprehensive recessed lighting layouts.
- Low Ceiling Options
- High Output
- Full Coverage
- Zoned Controls
Outdoor/Soffit Recessed Lighting
Extend your living space outdoors with weatherproof recessed lights in soffits, covered patios, and porches.
- Weather Rated
- Soffit Mount
- Security Lighting
- Motion Options
Kitchen Recessed Lighting
Eliminate shadows and brighten your cooking space with properly spaced LED recessed lights throughout your kitchen.
- Task Lighting
- Even Coverage
- Dimmer Compatible
- Energy Efficient
Living Room Lighting
Create the perfect ambiance for relaxing and entertaining with layered recessed lighting in your main living spaces.
- Ambient Lighting
- Accent Zones
- Smart Controls
- Flexible Dimming
Bathroom Can Lights
Brighten bathrooms safely with IC-rated, waterproof recessed fixtures positioned for optimal grooming and ambiance.
- Shower Safe
- Vanity Lighting
- IC-Rated
- Moisture Resistant
Bedroom Ambient Lighting
Soft, dimmable recessed lighting creates relaxing bedroom environments perfect for winding down.
- Warm Tones
- Full Dimming
- Quiet Operation
- Bedside Zones
Basement Lighting
Transform dark basements into bright, usable living space with comprehensive recessed lighting layouts.
- Low Ceiling Options
- High Output
- Full Coverage
- Zoned Controls
Outdoor/Soffit Recessed Lighting
Extend your living space outdoors with weatherproof recessed lights in soffits, covered patios, and porches.
- Weather Rated
- Soffit Mount
- Security Lighting
- Motion Options
Why Kansas City Homeowners Choose Recessed Lighting
Recessed lighting, also called can lights or pot lights, has become the most popular choice for modern home illumination. Unlike bulky ceiling fixtures, recessed lights sit flush with the ceiling, creating a clean, uncluttered look while providing excellent light distribution. They work beautifully in every room of your home.
"Proper lighting design is about more than just brightness - it's about creating the right atmosphere for how you live. Recessed lighting gives us the flexibility to layer light throughout a home, with zones that can be adjusted for cooking, relaxing, entertaining, or working. When done right, great lighting is invisible - you just notice how good everything looks."
As Kansas City's trusted lighting installation contractor with hundreds of 5-star reviews, our 4th generation family business has installed thousands of recessed lights in homes across the metro. We work with licensed electricians to ensure every installation meets code and exceeds expectations.
LED Recessed Lighting: The Smart Choice
Modern LED recessed lights offer significant advantages over traditional incandescent or halogen can lights. LED fixtures use 75% less energy, produce minimal heat, and last 25+ years under normal use. This means lower electric bills, less heat in summer, and virtually no bulb replacements.
Today's LED can lights offer adjustable color temperatures, from warm 2700K (similar to incandescent) to cool 5000K daylight. Many feature integrated trim and driver units that simplify installation. Some high-end models offer tunable white and even color-changing capabilities controlled via smartphone.
We exclusively install quality LED recessed fixtures with proper dimming compatibility. Cheap LEDs can flicker, buzz, or fail prematurely. We select fixtures that dim smoothly, start instantly, and provide consistent light quality for years.
Properly spaced recessed lighting provides even, shadow-free illumination
Professional Recessed Lighting Installation Process
Recessed lighting installation requires cutting ceiling holes, running electrical wiring, and ensuring proper connections. In Kansas City, this work requires permits and must be done by licensed electricians. We handle everything from design through final inspection.
Our process begins with assessing your ceiling type and what's above it - joists, insulation, HVAC ducts, or existing wiring all affect installation approach. We design optimal light placement based on room size, furniture layout, and your lighting goals. Then our electricians install fixtures, switches, and dimmers to code.
We always use IC-rated (insulation contact) fixtures for insulated ceilings and airtight housings to prevent energy loss. After installation, we patch any ceiling work and leave your home clean. Most room installations complete in one day.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why Kansas City Homeowners Trust Coulston Construction
Licensed Electricians
All electrical work done by licensed, insured professionals who pull proper permits
Quick Installation
Most room installations complete in 1-2 days with minimal disruption to your home
Quality LED Fixtures
We use premium LED fixtures with smooth dimming and 25+ year lifespans
Transparent Pricing
$150-$300 per light installed, with detailed quotes before work begins
What Kansas City Homeowners Say About Our Recessed Lighting
Read real reviews from satisfied customers who transformed their homes with professional recessed lighting installation. Every project showcases our commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
David & Karen Mitchell
Overland Park, KS
"We had recessed lighting installed throughout our main floor - kitchen, living room, and dining room. The difference is incredible! No more shadows, and the dimmer switches let us set the perfect mood. Bob and his team were professional, clean, and finished in just two days."
Patricia Nguyen
Prairie Village, KS
"Our old kitchen had one ceiling fixture that left the counters in shadow. Now we have 8 LED recessed lights and it's like a completely different room. The electricians were knowledgeable and helped us pick the right color temperature. Highly recommend!"
Michael Torres
Lee's Summit, MO
"Transformed our dark basement into a bright, welcoming family room with 12 recessed lights on two zones. The smart switches let us control everything from our phones. Great work, fair price, and they handled all the permits. Couldn't be happier!"
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