Commercial Security & Motion Lighting in West Hollywood
Keep your West Hollywood properties safe, welcoming, and code-compliant with professionally designed security and motion-activated lighting. From Sunset Strip storefronts to Robertson Boulevard showrooms and mixed\u2011use condos near the Pacific Design Center, we deliver lighting that looks great and performs even better. Our commercial solutions deter crime, improve visibility, and integrate with your smart building systems—without disturbing neighbors or compromising design aesthetics. Shaffer Construction, Inc. is a licensed C\u201110 electrical contractor providing turnkey planning, permitting, installation, and programming for commercial exterior lighting. We tailor each project to your facade, circulation paths, and brand standards, building in energy savings and future scalability from day one.
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Lighting Solutions for Tomorrow
We design with the future in mind—networked LED fixtures, Bluetooth mesh or nLight controls, and 0–10V/DALI dimming for zones and scenes. Astronomical time clocks, photocells, and occupancy sensors work together to reduce energy and extend fixture life. We integrate with security cameras and access control via dry contacts or API where supported, enabling event-based lighting boosts. Our team provides photometric layouts and programmable profiles so your system can expand as your property grows.
Code-Compliant Installations
Our team handles permitting with the City of West Hollywood Building and Safety Division and ensures compliance with the California Electrical Code and Title 24, Part 6. We coordinate lighting controls acceptance testing through certified testers and document IES-recommended light levels for parking, entries, and egress paths. From dark-sky shielding to BUG ratings and cutoff requirements, we engineer solutions that pass plan check and inspection the first time.
Expert Workmanship Guaranteed
We specify commercial-grade, wet-location LED fixtures (IP65/IP66), powder-coated aluminum or stainless housings, and tamper-resistant fasteners. Circuits use copper THHN/THWN-2 in EMT with in-use, gasketed covers and NEMA 3R/4 enclosures. We add surge protection, dedicated lighting contactors where needed, and selective arc- and ground-fault protection. Color temperatures are selected for security and ambiance—typically 3000K–4000K—balancing visibility with neighborhood comfort.
Customized Lighting Design
Every project begins with an on-site day and night assessment. We map approach paths, blind corners, and camera fields-of-view, then build a photometric model to confirm target foot-candle levels. Fixture selection, beam spreads, and mounting heights are tailored to facades and property lines to prevent glare and light trespass. We coordinate with branding and architectural teams, ensuring conduit routing and fixture finishes complement the building’s design language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How bright should our parking and entry lighting be to meet code in West Hollywood?+
We design to meet California Building Code and Title 24 while referencing IES foot-candle guidelines—typically around 1 fc average on walking surfaces at entries and along egress paths, with higher levels at doors and payment machines. We verify with photometric modeling and field light meter readings so you pass inspection and maintain comfortable, glare-controlled lighting for neighbors.
Can you prevent light trespass to adjacent condos and residences?+
Yes. We use shielded, full-cutoff fixtures with BUG-rated optics, narrow beams where needed, and careful mounting heights. During our nighttime aiming session, we fine-tune tilt and sensor ranges to keep light on your site. For sensitive locations near West Hollywood West or Norma Triangle, we may add louvers or glare shields and select warmer (3000K) LEDs to minimize perceived brightness.
Do we need a permit for motion-activated lighting upgrades?+
Most exterior lighting additions, circuit installs, or fixture replacements that alter wiring require an electrical permit with the City of West Hollywood Building and Safety Division. We handle submittals, Title 24 documentation, and inspections. Simple like-for-like swaps may be exempt, but we’ll verify your scope and advise the most efficient, compliant path before starting work.
Can lighting integrate with our cameras and access control system?+
Absolutely. We can link sensors or control system relays to trigger lighting events when cameras detect motion or doors unlock. Many systems support dry-contact inputs or API-based integrations. We coordinate with your security vendor to ensure reliable communication, avoiding false triggers and ensuring lighting levels support camera exposure settings for clearer footage at night.
Are there rebates for upgrading exterior lighting in West Hollywood?+
Properties in West Hollywood typically receive electric service via Southern California Edison, which periodically offers incentives for qualified LED and control upgrades. We’ll review current SCE programs and estimate incentives during the proposal phase. Incentives can improve ROI and shorten payback, especially when replacing metal halide or halogen fixtures with high-efficiency LED and advanced controls.
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