Hello Ojai!

Edward's Enterprises' great team of employees is ready to help you with repair & remodel services around an Ojai Avenue office, your Ojai home, the Arcade Plaza shops, or a Bryant Street commercial location.

 

Searching for a lighting repair service near Ojai? Lighting fixtures can provide excellent sources of light designed around your needs: entertainment, socializing, reading, eating, & more.
 
Our company is here to brighten your home or business in need of bathroom fixtures or recess lights. For efficient repairs to commercial & retail locations or repairs to electrical components, we have experienced techs ready to go.

Let's begin to answer your many questions about Edward's Enterprises below!

The Edward's Enterprises team in Ojai install & repair light fixtures consisting of:

 
  • Wall sconce installations

  • Fluorescent light repairs

  • LED light upgrades

  • Vanity lighting replaced

  • Kitchen drop lighting

  • Pendant lighting installed

  • Lighting ballasts replaced

  • Light bulbs replaced

  • Exterior carriage lights

  • Post landscape lighting

  • Retail stores lighting repaired

  • Business office lighting repair

  • Surface mount lighting fixed

  • Ceiling lighting installed

New light fixtures can make your home feel much larger or more intimate when installed properly. New exterior light fixtures can enhance curb appeal, making a dark & dim walkway bright & inviting. Or they can highlight dark side yards & far corners of your property, enhancing security & safety at night.
 
Lighting fixture repairs can be a DIY project, but can also be time consuming & complicated for many of our customers. In order to upgrade, install or repair the light fixtures in your home or office, call our team now!

Did you know that dirty light bulbs can give off up to 20 percent less light than clean ones? This is why it is important to clean & dust light fixtures regularly. When dust, or other particles, stand as an obstacle in the way of the bulb & its light, it makes it harder for light to come across. Makes sense, doesn't it? It's only simple logic.
 
To clean lampshades made of paper, fabric or silk, use a lamb's wool duster because it works better than a simple rag. The duster will attract the dirt & will not leave a residue the way a rag will. Glass shades can be cleaned slightly differently. The shade can be dipped in a plastic tub filled with soapy water. Rinse the shade thoroughly & drain onto absorbent pads. Next, to clean the actual bulbs, simply wipe them off with a soft cloth. Let things dry off properly, & dispose of any rags that have been severly dirtied. This will usually be a sign that the lampshades have not been cleaned out in quite awhile, & have accumulated much junk, some of which may tend to stick on more firmly to the bulb or lampshade over time…the longer it goes unchecked.

Lighting for Beginners
The 5 basic questions to ask to select the lighting for your home:
No matter what room you are shopping for you want your choices to not only be stylish but also illuminate the room properly. To assist in accomplishing your lighting goals, here are 5 questions to ask.
 
1. The type of lighting works best in the room?
It is true that any of fixtures will work in any room, it is a good idea to have a basis idea of your likes & needs. Here are some examples of what will work in different rooms. Keep in mind, you may want to make a dramatic statement & think out of the box.
 

ROOM CHANDELIER PENDANT SCONCE MINI-PENDANT ISLAND/LINEAR FLUSH SEMI-FLUSH
KITCHEN X X X X X
DINING X X X X
BEDROOM X X X
BATH X X X
LIVING X X X
LAUNDRY X X
HALL X
CLOSET X
GARAGE X X

 
2. Determining How Much Light You Will Need
In the past, all you had to do was pick the amount of watts you wanted, 25, 40, 60, or 100 watts. Although we all knew that the higher the watts the brighter the light, what we actually seeing is lumens. To assess the lumens need for a room, take the square footage & multiply it by 40. Below is a list of square footage & how much lumens you should use.
 
A. 64 sq feet = 2.560 lumens
B. 100 sq feet = 4,000 lumens
C. 144 sq feet = 5760 lumens
D. 150 sq feet = 6,000 lumens
E. 225 sq feet = 9.000 lumens
 
3. What is the Purpose of This Room?
This may seem like an illogical question, but think beyond the name of the room. Determine the tasks you will be doing in the room, (in the kitchen you will be chopping cooking etc.) what is the best lighting for these tasks. What will bring the look I am looking for?
 
4. What style is the room?
Is the room traditional, transitional, modern/contemporary, rustic or arts & craft? What finishes are in the room? Although different styles & finishes may be mixed, be sure they are cohesive.
 
5. Is Accent Lighting the Answer?
Accent lighting will bring visual interest & some ambience to your home. Soft lighting in a bookcase or around plants gives a calming effect. Functional lighting under the kitchen cabinets will also give that soft calming effect.

Can I install light fixture myself?
 
The DIY lighting fixture installation you can do is go to the stores, get a precise light fixture, & get back to your home & fix it where a non-working one is. Other installations will require extra wiring, which should be done by a professional.
 
FAQ Source
 
 
How do I install a ceiling light without wires?
 
There are alternatives to installing the lighting fixtures that wouldn't require you to hire an electrician. The options are getting lampshades & light bulbs, using plug-in pendant lights, suing plug-in wall sconces, & getting wireless LED motion sensor lights.
 
FAQ Source

Edward's Enterprises' hourly rates for Ojai light fixture install jobs start out at:

 

$115* an hour Per Employee, 3 Hour Minimum

Rates listed above are the typical check or cash rates charged for repairing or replacing wall sconces or ceiling lights (not including dump disposal fees or materials).
 
Some larger or higher lights or chandeliers are too cumbersome or high for 1 employee to easily or safely handle, so we would send 2 of our employees to your home at rates higher than stated above.

Electrical Lighting Box Replace - ElectricalWe charge for the time needed for a customer's project, including providing or delivering materials or for the time to haul away left over trash. This allows us to handle small jobs for our electrical clients, rather than only lump sum projects with much higher minimums to show up.
 
Thanks to our processing partner PayPal, we do accept most major credit & debit cards now! Rates are slightly higher, please call our office for all of the details.
 
Thanks to our processing partner Paypal, we do accept most major credit & debit cards now!
 
*Hourly charge is from $95 to $115 or more PER EMPLOYEE depending on the work site zip code. Some exclusions apply such as ongoing facility maintenance clients, or for same-day, after hours or weekend service.
 
Some exclusions do apply, like same-day, after hours or weekend service or customers with pre-arranged billing agreements. We would be happy to answer any of your pricing questions, please call for details!

Reasons to select Edward's Enterprises for your next electrical repair or remodel project include:

 

EE Check Established Company: Edward's Enterprises has been a locally owned & operated small business since 1996.

 

EE CheckSkilled Team: Our hourly service calls are handled by experienced, long term employees in the field & in the office.

 

EE CheckResponsive: Available by phone & email, our team is responsive to our electrical customers & will communicate with you before, during, & after your project.

 

EE Check Licensed: We are a licensed General Contractor with the Contractor's State License Board (B857752) since 2005.

 

EE Check Insured: Insured to protect our residential & commercial customers as well as our employees.

 
Review your EE Check list to see how Edward's Enterprises can provide you with top notch service.

You can contact Edward's Enterprises about electrical repairs by completing our handy form below:

    YesNo

     
    If you have any issues with our contact form, email us at:

    email

     
    If forms & emails are a real pain for you, then give our office a CALL:

     
    A representative will (unless the Zombie apocalypse has finally happened or every line is busy) answer!
     
    The office is open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm Pacific Standard Time.
    We are available after hours & on weekends for emergencies by phone.

    I was very pleased with the service I received. My jobs were completed on time & the employee seemed knowledgeable. he was polite & on-time as well. I will definitely be calling again!

    Five out of five stars

    - Sara | Santa Barbara

    This is the second time I've used Edwards Enterprises & both times I was glad I did.

    Five out of five stars

    - Linda | Low Voltage Wiring

    Edward's Enterprises is usually available:

     

    Office: 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday by phone in our office to schedule lighting projects & ask questions about electrical repair service.

     
    Field: As far as scheduling work appointments, for our typical rates listed above (I know we didn't skip that section) we normally schedule work Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 4:00pm (holidays, meetings, kids with flus may affect availability).

    Electrical Lighting Recessed Rewire - ElectricalMost electrical projects get a 3 hour window of arrival, so expect something like 7:00am to 10:00am, or 10:00am to 1:00pm, or even 12:00pm to 3:00pm window.
     
    We are available for emergency work based on a first come first serve basis & whether or not we have a crew available. Expect to pay more for these types of calls (we have employees & overtime is what it is).
     
    If you need us to come outside of our regular times, expect to pay a bit more, or experience different restrictions like job minimums, etc.

    Edward's Enterprises' area of operations includes Ojai, CA 93023 & surrounding communities.

     

    To check if we can handle an electrical repair at your store, office or home, you can check a few places:

     
    There is a helpful site menu drop down called “Cities”. Select that & you can see if your city is in our “service area”.

    You can call us at 805-987-2441 & give us your “exact” coordinates.
     
    If you don't reside in Ojai but you're close by give us a call. We may be able to service your lighting or electric repair request for an additional travel charge and/or minimum hour charge.

    Ojai Community Center
     
    Sarzotti Park
    304 Park Road
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805) 646-5581
     
    For more information about your local Community Center, check out Ojai Community Center Online.


    Local Ojai Farmers Market
     
    Ojai Certified Farmers Market
    300 E. Matilija St
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805) 698-5555
     
    For more information about your nearest Farmer's Market, check out Ojai Farmers Market Online.


    Local Ojai Trash Service
     
    E.J. Harrison & Sons, Inc.
    1589 Lirio Avenue
    Ventura, CA 93004
    (805) 642-2278
     
    For more information about city trash service, check out Ojai Trash Service Online.


    Ojai Electronic Recycling
     
    Ojai Valley Community Bank
    402 W. Ojai Avenue
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805) 669-8445
     
    For more information about local electronic recycling, check out Ojai Electronic Recycling Online.


    Local Ojai Paint Recycling
     
    Foster Paint & Wallcovering
    227 Baldwin Avenue
    Ojai, CA 93023
    (805) 646-0459
     
    For more information about neighborhood paint recycling, check out Ojai Paint Recycling Online.

    Should I use metal or plastic electrical boxes?
     
    It depends on the local & state electrical & building codes. Be sure to check before performing this type of work. If you need plastic boxes, they'll come cheaper, relatively smaller, & require less complicated wiring, although they are vulnerable to impacts. As for the metallic boxes, you'll need a ground connection, are more costly, but are durable & suitable for exposed or shop wiring.
     
    FAQ Source
     
     
    Who to call to install light fixtures?
     
    Light fixture installations would require a pro for the job. Hire a qualified electrician licensed to install, replace, or fix your light fixture.
     
    FAQ Source

    Interesting Ojai Information   Ojai has a high school graduation rate of 88% (14% higher than the rest of California). Ojai's average commute time is 26 minutes, which is 10% lower than the California average.
     
    Fun Ojai Fact   The crime rate in Ojai is 29% lower than other California towns. The median household value of Ojai is $659,600 (47% higher than other California cities).
     
    Ojai offers its residents a stable housing market, sunny weather, plenty of local amenities, & low crime rates.   For more information about Ojai, visit AreaVibes.