Answers matching: Lighting
Scroll UpHow do I get a rebate on LED decorative light strings?- Wayne, Park Falls, WI
Some retailers offer an instant reward.
Click to read the full answerWhat energy efficient exterior and street lights do you recommend?- Lisa, Lake Geneva, WI
Tell your lighting designer that energy efficiency is a top priority.
Click to read the full answerI keep hearing about LED holiday lights. What are they and why are they good to use?- Michael, Wauwatosa, WI
LED holiday lights really cool!
Click to read the full answerWhat are the benefits of using CFLs?- Audrey, Eau Claire, WI
CFLs save energy and money and last longer!
Click to read the full answerWhy doesn’t Focus support LED lights as a replacement for other bulbs?- Cora, Madison, WI
We are waiting for the DOE to come out with standards.
Click to read the full answerWhere can I purchase LED lights that qualify for Focus incentives?- Fred , Wausau, WI
Use our search tool.
Click to read the full answerWhy did my CFL have such a high reading on my watt meter?- Corina, Whitewater, WI
There are a few possible explanations.
Click to read the full answerCan I use CFLs in the bathroom?- Scott, New Berlin, WI
Yes, as long as your bathroom isn't too humid.
Click to read the full answerIs there an energy rebate on purchasing a ceiling fan?- Violet , Saukville, WI
If it’s ENERGY STAR qualified, yes!
Click to read the full answerWhat's the correct wattage of CFL to use for my light fixture?- Tom, Altoona, WI
Use any wattage that doesn't exceed the recommended fixture wattage.
Click to read the full answerWhich uses more energy? Turning the light on & off when you leave the room or leaving it on?- Kevin, Sheboygan, WI
This depends on the amount of time that the bulb is on.
Click to read the full answerI had a CFL 'pop' & then start to smoke. I immediately turned off the light. Could it have started a fire?- Lyn, Milwaukee, WI
ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs are designed to be safe.
Click to read the full answerHow much can I save by changing out my lighting?- Troy, Milwaukee, WI
Both businesses and homeowners can save with efficient lighting!
Click to read the full answerCan CFLs be used horizontally? I heard they could only be used vertically.- Tim, Menomonee Falls, WI
CFLs can be used horizontally or vertically, but it's a good idea to read the packaging.
Click to read the full answerDo the low-cost CFLs use cheap components which can lessen the energy savings?- Don, Madison, WI
The savings offered by CFLs are real
Click to read the full answerI’ve heard that the cost to recycle bulbs is expensive.- Barb, Racine, WI
In Wisconsin, it can be free!
Click to read the full answerDoes temperature or humidity affect the life of a CFL?- Carlie, Milwaukee, WI
You can buy particular CFLs for use in those situations.
Click to read the full answerHow do I calculate the watts the ballast uses in High Pressure Sodium fixtures?- Okho , Shawano, WI
It’s a little complicated. Read on for the details.
Click to read the full answerHow will the 2007 Energy Bill affect consumers' lighting choices?- Jen, Whitefish Bay, WI
Regulation is helping to reduce energy use.
Click to read the full answerIs anything being done to reduce the amount of mercury in CFLs?- Marge, Fox Point, WI
Yes, the government recently addressed this issue.
Click to read the full answerAre CFLs dangerous?- Michael, Cottage Grove, WI
CFLs are not dangerous
Click to read the full answerAre T8 fluorescent lamps still efficient when used with standard ballasts?- Beau , Keshena, WI
Consult your contractor.
Click to read the full answerWhat rebates are available for replacing light fixtures in my garage?- Don , Random Lake, Wi
Visit our Lighting Incentives page to learn more.
Click to read the full answerCan CFLs be used outside during WI winters as long as they are protected from snow and rain?- Mary, Oshkosh, WI
Make sure you choose a CFL designed for outdoor use.
Click to read the full answerDoes the use of these dimmers actually save energy?- Koby, Cross Plains, WI
Lowering the wattage saves energy, but ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs save the most!
Click to read the full answerIs a halogen or LED outdoor motion-sensor light more energy efficient?- D., Kenosha, WI
LEDs are more energy-efficient.
Click to read the full answerAre there 3-way CFLs?- Laura, La Crosse, WI
There are CFLs specifically designed for use in 3-way fixtures.
Click to read the full answerHas CFL technology evolved?- Melissa, Waterford, WI
CFL technology gets better and better.
Click to read the full answerMy CFL is buzzing and humming? Is this normal?- Lynn, Colgate, WI
It is not normal for CFLs to hum.
Click to read the full answerWhere can long fluorescent bulbs be recycled?- Fay U, Sheboygan, WI
Here's a couple options you can try.
Click to read the full answerIs it true CFLs should not be thrown in the trash?- Phil, Bayside, WI
It is best to recycle CFLs.
Click to read the full answerCan I use my CFL in a totally enclosed fixture?- Michelle, Wauwatosa, WI
It is best to check the packaging.
Click to read the full answerCan I turn my CFLs on and off frequently?- Allison, Mequon, WI
This is more than a simple yes or no answer.
Click to read the full answerHow do I select the best CFL?- Robby, Cedarburg, WI
First, look for the ENERGY STAR label!
Click to read the full answerIs there an efficient alternative to a 250-watt heat lamp?- Jim , Grantsburg, WI
Unfortunately not for this use.
Click to read the full answerIs there a modern, energy-efficient replacement for tube fluorescent light bulbs?- Jean , LaFarge, WI
Options are available--read on.
Click to read the full answerI have heard that CFLs can overheat and smoke - should I be worried?- Christy, Fond du Lac, WI
ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs are designed to be safe.
Click to read the full answerWhat can I use to replace my incandesant dimmable light bulbs?- Mark , Rhinelander, WI
There are CFLs specifically designed for use in dimmable fixtures.
Click to read the full answerHow can I find consistent colors in CFL lighting?- Patrick, Appleton, WI
Look for the color temperature on the packaging.
Click to read the full answerHow much money will I save by installing ceiling fans?- Joan, Waukesha, WI
80% of the savings come from the type of lighting used.
Click to read the full answerAll my lamps use three-way bulbs. Can I use energy-efficient bulbs in them?- Carol, Iola, WI
Yes, CFLs come in three-way too!
Click to read the full answerWhat energy efficient lighting should we use in a pole barn?- Becky, Nashville, IN
Most pole barns have higher ceilings and require high bay lighting options
Click to read the full answerMy CFL burned out before the packaging stated it should. How do I get a refund or replacement?- Mark, Oconomowoc, WI
Here's what you need to do.
Click to read the full answerWhat if a CFL breaks?- Ryan, River Hills, WI
Here is what you should do to clean up a broken CFL.
Click to read the full answerI’ve only seen the “twisty” CFLs, are there other types available?- Justin, Richfield, WI
CFLs come in a wide variety of styles!
Click to read the full answerWhat gives CFLs their different color temperatures?- Nicholas, Wauwatosa, WI
Light color is measured on a temperature scale referred to as Kelvin.
Click to read the full answerHow do LED’s work?- Gus, Crivitz, WI
LEDs use light and energy more efficiently.
Click to read the full answerCan I use CFLs in dimmable fixtures?- Ben, Milwaukee, WI
There are CFLs specifically designed for use in dimmable fixtures.
Click to read the full answerI’ve heard there is mercury in my CFLs. Won’t this hurt my family?- Jon, West Allis, WI
CFLs contain a small amount of mercury that is not emitted with proper use.
Click to read the full answerIs the max. fixture wattage for incandescents equivalent to the max. CFL watt rating?- Loren, Topsham, Maine
This is based on the max. wattage, regarless of bulb type.
Click to read the full answerCan you provide a listing of all approved electronic fluorescent ballast models and manufacturers?- Paul, Fort Atkinson, WI
There are lists available online.
Click to read the full answerWhat are the peak hours for dusk-to-dawn outdoor lighting?- Mark , Madison, WI
It depends on how you intend to use the energy-use calculation.
Click to read the full answerDo lights with dimmer switches really save energy?- Peg , Mosinee, WI
Lowering the wattage saves energy, but ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs save the most!
Click to read the full answerIs it better to leave fluorescent lights on or to turn them off and on?- Jennifer , Medford, WI
It is best to use CFLs in light fixtures you use the most.
Click to read the full answerDo appliances without digital displays which are turned off use any electricity?- Nancy, Wauwatosa, WI
It’s best to turn lights out and unplug appliances not in use.
Click to read the full answerI am building a new home. Can we make it energy efficient without breaking the bank?- Lynn , Menomonee Falls, WI
Yes and Focus can help.
Click to read the full answerAre there programs to help churches buy CFLs?- Dennis, Marinette, WI
Focus offers lighting incentives.
Click to read the full answerCan you provide estimates of the cost to keep the lights on all night, versus putting them on a timer?- Gary, Monona, WI
Savings can vary, it’s best to work with an energy advisor.
Click to read the full answerWhy do motion detectors qualify for incentives but timers do not?- Ted, Madison, WI
Timers are not a bad idea and are used in many applications.
Click to read the full answerHow can I reduce the energy use in my home?- Lisa, Green Bay, WI
There are a variety of things you can do to reduce the energy use in your home.
Click to read the full answerWhat incentives are there for appliances, furnace/air-conditioning, lighting, or windows?- Tom , Racine, WI
Depending on the product purchased, incentives may be available.
Click to read the full answerHow can I tell if something is ENERGY STAR® qualified?- Tonya, Milwaukee, WI
Look for the ENERGY STAR label!
Click to read the full answerI’m looking for approved ballast & lamps on the Focus site.- Brad, Milton, WI
Lists are available online.
Click to read the full answerWhat lighting system is best for my community’s outdoor lighting?- Gordon , Denmark, WI
There are several options for outdoor lighting.
Click to read the full answerWhat is an energy evaluation?- Diane, Racine, WI
It's like a check up for your home.
Click to read the full answerWe are replacing our lighting in our facility bathrooms; do we qualify for any incentives?- Duane , Baraboo, WI
Depending on the lighting you choose, Focus has incentives available.
Click to read the full answerAre there lighting incentives for apartment buildings?- Dawn , Sheboygan WI
We currently offer a $30 incentive.
Click to read the full answerWhy is my electric bill so high?- Jodie, Brown Deer, WI
There are many reasons your electric bill may seem high. Read on for help.
Click to read the full answerMy recessed lights say they are insulated but in winter cold air rushes in. Should I caulk them?- Jim , Cottage Grove, WI
You can caulk them, but you may need to do other things as well.
Click to read the full answerI want to build a home that is green, what are the first steps I should take?- Fred, Milwaukee, WI
Tell your builder you want a Focus on Energy New Home!
Click to read the full answerIs there a program to replace lighting in a business?- Cree , Milwaukee, WI
Businesses are eligible for lighting incentives
Click to read the full answerI'm having a new home built. What should my builder do to make it more efficient?- John, Madison, WI
Tell your builder you want a Focus on Energy New Home!
Click to read the full answerDo you have any no-cost tips to save energy?- Jeremy, Grafton, WI
We have a ton of no cost, energy saving tips!
Click to read the full answerCan the non-profit I'm associated with receive free CFLs to hand out at one of our events?- Chris, Racine, WI
Work with a local retailer.
Click to read the full answerCan rewiring my home save money on my utility bill?- Mary , Bangor, WI
No, it won’t. Read on for other ways you can save.
Click to read the full answerDo appliances/electronics use more energy at higher levels?- Daena , Marshfield, WI
An increase of wattage = an increase in power consumption.
Click to read the full answerWill I save money on my energy bills by building a Focus on Energy New Home?- Joey, Mequon, WI
Yes, they are more energy efficient.
Click to read the full answerCan outdoor solar lights be used in city parks?- Don , De Pere, WI
Solar-powered lighting can be a great option for public parks.
Click to read the full answerIs there an incentive to replace lighting in a condo complex?- Harold , Madison, WI
Yes, you will certainly qualify for incentives.
Click to read the full answerWhich wall-mounted light sensors qualify for the existing building rewards?- Joe , Lancaster WI
Most wall-mounted occupancy sensors should qualify
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