Lighting and fans in The Heights

The Heights is famous for its porches, front yards and tall ceilings, which make it a great place for ceiling fans and good lighting. Streets like Heights Boulevard, 19th Street and Studewood have bungalows from the 1910s to 1940s next to newer homes.

Older homes in Houston Heights, Norhill and Woodland Heights often have plaster ceilings, narrow attics and limited wiring. Putting in a ceiling fan takes more than screws, since the box must be rated to hold the fan. Recessed lights must be rated for insulation contact and sealed in the attic.

Porches are a big part of life in the Heights, and porch lighting should be wet-rated and bright enough to see the steps. We install porch lights, fans, dimmers and landscape lighting that fits the style of the house, from historic fixtures to modern ones.

Parts of the Heights are historic districts with design rules, so exterior lighting may need review. We can work with your plan and provide a written price. Outlets in the front room are often limited, so we can add a few at the same time.

Places we work in The Heights

• Houston Heights
• Norhill
• Woodland Heights
• Shady Acres