Professional Custom Countertop Lighting Installation Services
Transform your kitchen with custom countertop lighting installation that makes your granite, quartz, or marble countertops look absolutely stunning while providing perfect task lighting for cooking and food preparation. Our expert lighting installation services in Irvine and Orange County create dramatic ambiance and improved functionality that completely changes how your kitchen looks and feels. Whether you want subtle under-cabinet lighting or dramatic accent lighting for your waterfall edge, we design and install lighting systems that showcase your countertops beautifully.
Professional countertop lighting makes your stone surfaces sparkle and shine while eliminating shadows that make food preparation difficult and potentially dangerous. The right lighting brings out colors and patterns in natural stone that you might never notice otherwise, making your countertop investment look its absolute best. We coordinate lighting installation with your countertop project to ensure all electrical work is properly planned and hidden for the cleanest, most professional results.
We've installed custom lighting systems in hundreds of Orange County kitchens, working with new construction, remodels, and retrofits to create lighting that perfectly complements each family's needs and style preferences. Our installations include everything from simple under-cabinet strips to sophisticated multi-zone systems with smart home integration. Every lighting project includes proper electrical work, code compliance, and manufacturer warranties that protect your investment.
Our Professional Lighting Installation Services
We handle every aspect of custom countertop lighting from design consultation through final testing, ensuring your lighting enhances both beauty and functionality in your kitchen.
Custom Lighting Design and Planning
We create lighting designs specifically tailored to your countertop materials, kitchen layout, and how you actually use your space for cooking and entertaining. Our design process includes analyzing your kitchen's natural light patterns, work zones, and traffic flow to plan lighting that enhances functionality while creating beautiful ambiance.
We consider your countertop materials and finishes to select lighting that brings out their best characteristics and showcases their natural beauty effectively. Our planning includes power requirements, switch locations, and control systems that provide convenient operation while maintaining clean, uncluttered appearances.
We coordinate lighting design with your countertop installation timeline to ensure all electrical rough-in work is completed at the optimal time. This comprehensive planning ensures your lighting system works perfectly with your specific kitchen and countertop configuration.
Professional Electrical Installation and Code Compliance
All our lighting installations include proper electrical work performed by licensed electricians who understand kitchen safety requirements and local building codes. We ensure all electrical connections are properly protected with GFCI circuits as required for kitchen applications and moisture protection.
Our electrical installation includes appropriate wire sizing, circuit protection, and connection methods that ensure reliable long-term performance and safety. We coordinate with building inspectors when required to verify that all electrical work meets local codes and safety standards.
Our electrical work includes hiding all wiring and connections for clean, professional appearances that don't detract from your kitchen's beauty. Professional electrical installation protects your investment and ensures your lighting system operates safely and reliably for many years.
Advanced LED Technology and Smart Controls
We use only premium LED lighting systems that provide excellent light quality, energy efficiency, and long service life with minimal maintenance requirements. Our LED installations include color temperature selection that enhances your specific countertop materials while supporting your kitchen's overall design aesthetic.
Smart control integration allows convenient operation through wall switches, smartphone apps, or voice assistants that make lighting adjustment effortless. Dimming capabilities provide flexible lighting control for different activities from bright task lighting to soft ambient lighting for entertaining.
Our LED systems include heat management and proper ventilation that ensure optimal performance and maximum lifespan in kitchen environments. Advanced technology features provide convenience, efficiency, and performance that enhance your daily kitchen experience.
Comprehensive Testing and Warranty Support
Every lighting installation undergoes thorough testing to verify proper operation, optimal light distribution, and integration with your kitchen's electrical systems. We test all switches, dimmers, and control systems to ensure convenient operation and verify that lighting levels meet your specific needs and preferences.
Our testing includes checking heat management, ensuring adequate ventilation, and verifying that all connections are secure and properly protected. We provide detailed operation instructions and maintenance recommendations that help you get the most from your lighting investment.
Our warranty support includes both manufacturer warranties on lighting products and our own workmanship guarantees that protect your investment. We maintain relationships with lighting manufacturers and can provide ongoing support for any service needs that may arise over time.
Our Lighting Solutions for Every Kitchen Style
We offer comprehensive lighting solutions that work with any kitchen design style and countertop material to create the perfect combination of beauty and functionality.
Under-Cabinet Task Lighting Systems
Under-cabinet lighting provides essential task illumination that eliminates shadows while creating a warm glow that makes your countertops appear to float above darker base cabinets. We install LED strip systems that provide even, consistent light distribution across your entire work surface without hot spots or dark areas.
Our under-cabinet installations include proper heat management and hidden mounting that keeps lighting completely invisible while delivering excellent performance. Switch and dimmer placement is planned for convenient operation while maintaining clean, uncluttered appearances throughout your kitchen design.
We can integrate under-cabinet lighting with other kitchen lighting systems for comprehensive illumination control and optimal functionality. These installations transform both the appearance and functionality of your kitchen work areas while showcasing your beautiful countertop materials.
Dramatic Accent and Showcase Lighting
Accent lighting creates stunning visual effects that highlight special features like waterfall edges, decorative backsplashes, or beautiful stone patterns that become focal points in your kitchen design. We design accent lighting that showcases your countertop investment while creating atmosphere for entertaining and special occasions.
Our accent installations can include hidden LED strips, directional spotlights, or specialized fixtures that create exactly the visual effects you want. Color-changing LED systems provide ultimate flexibility for creating different moods and effects for various occasions and times of day.
We coordinate accent lighting with your overall kitchen lighting design to create layered illumination that serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. These dramatic installations make your kitchen a showpiece while highlighting the natural beauty of your premium countertop materials.
Integrated Smart Home and Automation Systems
Smart lighting integration allows convenient control and automation that enhances both convenience and energy efficiency while providing the perfect lighting for any occasion. We install systems that integrate with popular smart home platforms including Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit for voice control and app-based operation.
Automated scheduling can adjust lighting throughout the day to match your family's routines while providing security lighting when you're away from home. Scene control allows instant adjustment to preset lighting combinations for cooking, entertaining, cleanup, or relaxation with single button or voice command operation.
Our smart systems include energy monitoring and can optimize efficiency while maintaining the lighting quality and convenience you want. Integration with other smart home systems provides comprehensive control and automation that enhances your daily kitchen experience.
What Our Customers Say About Us
"The custom lighting that Irvine Custom Countertops installed under our cabinets completely transformed our kitchen's appearance and functionality. Our granite countertops now sparkle and shine in ways we never noticed before, and food preparation is so much easier with proper task lighting. The installation was perfectly coordinated with our countertop project, and all the wiring is completely hidden and professional-looking."
Elaiza and Ronnie N.,
Irvine
"We wanted dramatic lighting to highlight our waterfall edge island, and Irvine Custom Countertops created exactly the effect we envisioned. The LED strips are completely invisible during the day but create amazing visual impact in the evening when we're entertaining. The lighting makes our quartz countertops look like they're glowing from within, and guests always comment on how beautiful our kitchen looks."
Audrey S.,
Newport Beach
Our kitchen renovation included custom lighting throughout, and Irvine Custom Countertops handled the coordination perfectly with our new granite countertops. The combination of under-cabinet task lighting and accent lighting creates the perfect atmosphere for both cooking and entertaining. We love how the lighting brings out all the colors and patterns in our stone that we never fully appreciated before."
Angela K.,
Mission Viejo
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of lighting work best with different countertop materials?
LED strip lighting works well with most materials, while granite benefits from warm color temperatures and marble looks great with neutral white light. We recommend specific lighting based on your stone type and kitchen design.
Can lighting be added to existing countertops?
Yes, though installation is cleaner and more cost-effective when coordinated with countertop installation. We can retrofit lighting to existing installations with careful planning and professional electrical work.
Do LED lights really last as long as advertised?
Quality LED systems typically last 15-20 years with normal use, though cheaper products may have shorter lifespans. We use commercial-grade LEDs with proven track records for residential applications.
Can countertop lighting be controlled with smart home systems?
Yes, modern lighting systems integrate easily with smart home technology for automated control, scheduling, and scene setting. We can coordinate with your existing smart home setup or help plan new systems.
What maintenance is required for countertop lighting systems?
LED systems require very little maintenance beyond occasional cleaning of light fixtures. Quality installations typically provide years of trouble-free operation with minimal service requirements.
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