Common-Area LED Lighting Retrofit & Occupancy Sensors — Pico-Union, Los Angeles
Property Type: 3-story Apartment Building • Completed: 2025 • Scope: Corridors, Stairwells, Exterior Entries, Parking
Scope: Replace aging fluorescent fixtures with high-efficiency LED ceiling cans and low-profile wall packs, add vacancy/occupancy sensors per location, and tune light levels for comfort and security. Work included circuit verification, neutral/bond checks, labeling, and photometric adjustments.
- Removed legacy ballasts and disposed of lamps per environmental guidelines
- Installed Energy Star LED fixtures with 3000–4000K CCT as specified by owner
- Added PIR/ultrasonic sensors in corridors and stairwells (auto-on to 50%, vacancy to 10%)
- Upgraded exterior entries and parking with dusk-to-dawn photocell + timer coordination
- Optimized circuit loading and updated panel schedules and labels
- Final testing for uniformity, glare, and egress illumination
Key Outcomes
- Up to ~60% energy savings vs. fluorescent baseline
- Brighter, safer egress paths with reduced glare
- Lower maintenance: long-life LED drivers/lamp life
- Cleaner look with uniform color temperature
Technical Snapshot
- Fixture Types: LED cans (corridors), wall packs (exterior), vapor-tight (parking)
- Controls: PIR/ultrasonic sensors, photocells, timer integration
- Circuitry: Load balancing verified; grounding/bonding confirmed
- Documentation: Updated panel schedules & asset list for PM
“LED retrofits pay back quickly when paired with smart controls. We focus on safe installs, clean finishes, and the right light levels for each space.” — Kevin Alvarez, Owner
