How Much to Expect to Pay for Recessed Lights

Identification

• Unlike your typical table, ceiling or floor lights, recessed light fixtures are harbored in your ceiling, effectively moving them out of sight.

Features

• The cost of recessed lights is influenced by the work required to install the lighting and the type of light fixture you choose. For example, if you're installing recessed lights in a home already under construction, you won't need to renovate your ceilings and walls to install the lights. According to Cost Helper, in 2011, in a home not requiring renovation, light fixtures cost between $20 and $60 plus labor costs, which vary between $50 and $200. Installing the lights in a home requiring renovation costs $25 to $75 per light fixture, plus labor costs, which are between $100 and $200 per light. Light fixtures vary by quality and features, such as being low-voltage or insulated.

Considerations

• If you have electrical wiring experience, consider purchasing do-it-yourself recessed light kits that cost $30 each.