Lighting Services in Westbrook, Maine

Expert lighting design and installation for homes and businesses throughout Southern Maine — from recessed lighting to full LED upgrades.

4.9 · 87 Google Reviews
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Maine Master Electrician #MS60021971
Owner On Every Job
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24/7 Emergency Service

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Maine Master Electrician

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Owner-operated. The same Master Electrician who quotes the job is accountable for the finished work.

About Goodnow

What We Offer

From recessed lighting to landscape illumination, Goodnow Electric handles every lighting project with precision and care.

Recessed Lighting

Clean, modern recessed lighting installation for kitchens, living rooms, bathrooms, and throughout your home.

Under-Cabinet Lighting

Hardwired LED under-cabinet lighting for kitchens and workspaces — no visible wires, seamless finish.

Outdoor & Landscape Lighting

Path lighting, security flood lights, deck lighting, and landscape accent lighting to enhance curb appeal and safety.

Ceiling Fan Installation

New ceiling fan wiring and installation, including fan-rated junction boxes, remote controls, and dimmer switches.

LED Upgrades & Retrofits

Replace outdated incandescent and fluorescent fixtures with energy-efficient LED lighting throughout your home or business.

Accent & Task Lighting

Strategically placed accent and task lighting for reading nooks, artwork, countertops, and architectural features.

Our Process

Design Consultation

We visit your home, discuss your lighting goals, assess existing wiring, and recommend the best fixtures and layout for your space.

Professional Installation

Our team handles all wiring, mounting, and connections — cleanly and to code. The owner is on-site for every job.

Final Walkthrough

We test every fixture, walk you through controls and dimmers, and make sure you are completely satisfied before we leave.

Why Choose Goodnow Electric for Lighting?

Owner on-site at every job
Licensed & insured
Free lighting consultations
Energy-efficient solutions
Clean, respectful of your home
Serving all of Southern Maine

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“After needing an emergency fix late on a cold winter's Sunday, Goodnow came to the rescue! With no power and dark approaching we called around and couldn't find any place that could help get things going before the following day.”

Amanda • Google Review

Lighting Service Areas in Southern Maine

Portland Westbrook South Portland Scarborough Gorham Windham Saco Biddeford Falmouth Cape Elizabeth

What a Lighting Project Involves

Good lighting starts with a plan, not a fixture catalog. We walk the room with you and think in layers — general light from recessed or surface fixtures, task light over counters and desks, and accent light for artwork or architecture — then decide which layers need their own switch or dimmer. The switching plan matters as much as the fixtures: a room that is lit well but switched badly is still frustrating.

Recessed lights in a ceiling below an attic have to be rated for contact with insulation (IC-rated) and airtight, so they do not leak warm air into the attic in winter. Slim LED wafer fixtures make this easier in older homes because they need very little ceiling depth. For under-cabinet and cove lighting, we choose between line-voltage fixtures and low-voltage tape with a remote driver, and plan where that driver will live so it can be serviced.

Dimmers need to match the LEDs they control. Many flicker, buzz or will not dim smoothly on older dimmers, so we specify LED-rated controls and test the dimming range before we leave.

Signs It Is Time to Update Your Lighting

Rooms rely on lamps because the ceiling fixture does not light the space.
LED bulbs flicker or buzz on existing dimmers.
Old fluorescent fixtures hum, flicker or are slow to start in a cold basement or garage.
Recessed cans are old, non-airtight incandescent housings that leak heat into the attic.
The driveway, steps or entry are dark when you get home in winter.

What Affects the Cost of Lighting Work

Access above the ceiling — an open attic is quick; a second-floor ceiling under a finished room is slower.
Number of fixtures and switching zones.
Fixture choice — basic LED wafers versus designer or specialty fixtures.
Controls — standard dimmers, smart dimmers or scene controls.
Exterior work — outdoor circuits need wet-rated fixtures, weatherproof boxes and GFCI protection where code requires it.

Lighting for Maine’s Short Winter Days

Portland gets only about nine hours of daylight around the winter solstice, so interior lighting carries more of the load from November to February than in most of the country. Colour temperature and color rendering matter more when you live under artificial light for much of the day; a warm 2700–3000K source with a high color rendering index makes most living spaces feel comfortable. Outdoor fixtures near the coast should be chosen for salt-air resistance.

See why LED lighting upgrades pay back fastest for the energy arithmetic, and pair new lighting with smart home wiring for scenes and schedules. Businesses can start with commercial electrical services. Local pages: lighting installation in Portland and lighting installation in Westbrook.

Lighting Services by Town

Each town page covers what its housing, grid and permit office mean for lighting installation.

York County

This work often goes hand in hand with smart home wiring, commercial electrical services, and residential electrical work.

From our blog: why LED lighting upgrades pay back fastest.

Still deciding? Browse answers to common electrical questions, electrical tips and guides for Maine homeowners, and the Southern Maine towns we serve.

What Our Customers Say

4.9 · 87 Google Reviews

“On time, quality work, clean up is great, good people and fair prices.”

Rita Demeuse • November 2025 • Google Review

“Absolutely a fantastic experience!!! Had a complicated request for them and they didn’t even flinch to do the project!! Employees were on time, polite and engaged. I’m retired but wish I had had employees like Brett’s when I was in business!!! Thanks to all!!”

Chris Cantara • November 2025 • Google Review

“Brett and team did a great job installing some lights, switches and outlets in our home. Brett’s team was professional and worked with me to figure out the best locations, size, and number of lights to install in our home. They go above and beyond to make sure the customer is happy.”

Draven Walker • September 2025 • Google Review

Lighting Services FAQs

Do you give free estimates for lighting services?

Yes. Every lighting services job starts with a free written estimate. Call (207) 318-1022 or use the form on this page — no obligation.

Are you licensed to do lighting services in Maine?

Yes. Work is performed under Maine Master Electrician #MS60021971. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured, and the owner is on-site.

Where do you install or repair lighting services?

We serve Westbrook, Portland, and Southern Maine — including South Portland, Scarborough, Gorham, Windham, Saco, Biddeford, Falmouth, and Cape Elizabeth.

How soon can you start?

We typically respond within 24 hours on estimates and schedule work around your calendar. Emergency calls are dispatched as quickly as possible, often the same day or night.

Do you pull permits?

In Maine, most electrical work beyond simple fixture replacements requires a permit. Goodnow Electric handles permit applications and inspections so you do not have to.

Request a Free Lighting Consultation

Tell us about your lighting project and we will be in touch within 24 hours.