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Many homes across Ferndown, Bournemouth and the surrounding areas still rely on outdated halogen fittings in their spotlights or down lights , did you know halogen is now officially discontinued in the UK?
Are your downlights or spotlights :
⚡️blowing bulbs?
⚡️running hot?
⚡️flickering?
These older halogen lights may look fine on the surface however they are prone to failure, inefficiency and are increasingly hard to maintain due to lack of availability of the old halogen bulbs.
Homeowners are being left with half-lit bathrooms kitchens and hallways proving a possible safety hazards.
Here at Electrisafe your trusted local electrician in Bournemouth, we’ve seen a noticeable rise in our callouts regarding peoples spotlights and downlights to replace the halogen bulbs which simply aren’t available anymore.
Halogen lighting has now been phased out in the UK, so it’s time to move on to safer, modern and far more energy-efficient LED alternatives.
So Why You Can’t Buy the Old Halogen Bulbs Anymore?
The UK began phasing out halogen bulbs in 2016, starting with the common
GU10 bulbs used in many of our ceiling spotlights.
A second phase came into effect in October 2021, which was the removal of 12V halogen capsules such as, GU4 GY6.35 and MR16 from sale in the UK.
These particular bulb supplies of any existing stock are running out fast and have now disappeared from our shop shelves.
So how does that impact on your spotlights and down lights? You will find it harder and harder to keep the life of the spotlight going, even if your halogen fitting is still working perfectly.
Even the big retailers such as Screwfix, B & Q and those major supermarkets no longer stock your halogen replacements.
Upgrading to LED is the only practical option moving forward
Why are LED Spotlights Better?
Switching to LED isn’t just about the efficiency it’s also about improving aspects of your home lighting set ups.
- Longer Lifespan – An LED spotlight can last 10 to 25 times longer! than those old halogens!
- Safer & Cooler –LEDs run cool unlike halogens and therefore pose less of a risk of a fire or overheating.
- Modern Look – LED fittings come in clean, sleek designs and suit all room styles
- Reliable Light – LED means no more dimming , bulb blowouts or flickering.
- Energy Efficient – LEDs use up to 80% less electricity! , which obviously in turn means your energy bills will be lower!
Also with LED, it’s often many years before you need to change the bulb !
It’s not uncommon for homes still using halogen to lose 3–5 bulbs a month, especially in bathrooms and kitchens that are used more frequently.
There are “retrofit” LED bulbs available which you may of tried , they claim to slot into the old halogen fittings, however they’re not always compatible, especially with those older dimmer switches or transformers. In turn these can lead to the flickering or buzzing that you can hear or failure to switch on.
That’s where Electrisafe can help
Why using a professional Electrician like Electrisafe is best.
As a highly rated local electrician based in Northbourne, Bournemouth our satisfied customers find us reliable, professional and knowledgeable and we offer a complete LED downlight replacement service, including:
✅Safe removal of your old halogen fittings, keeping your home clean and tidy in the process .
✅Professional installation of energy efficient LED spotlights or downlights.
✅Compatibility checks with your existing dimmer switches and transformers.
✅Clean, tidy professional workmanship with minimal disruption to you.
✅Advice on the best light colour to suit your space within the home , warm, cool or daylight for example.
Our fully qualified NICEIC-approved electrician ensures that everything is wired correctly to the most up to date regulations and at Electrisafe we only use high-quality LED fittings that are built to last.
Local Trusted Reliable Electrician
We’re a small, family run reliable electrical contractor based in Northbourne covering Ferndown, Bournemouth and the surrounding BCP areas.
Whether it’s your whole home or one room , we can help you make the switch to LED lighting smoothly and affordably.
It’s one of the most cost effective home upgrades you can make.
Many of our customers are surprised how much brighter and more modern their home feels after the switch to LED.
Time to Make the Switch?
If your lights keep failing, or you’ve just had enough of hunting for those discontinued halogen bulbs! it’s definitely time to upgrade
Don’t wait until you’re left in the dark book your LED lighting replacement with your local Electrician Electrisafe.
We can update your lighting and in turn help you save money, time and stress!
Call us on (01202) 580525
Alternatively click this link which will take you straight to the contact form for Spotlight down light replacement
You can also watch my short video here on spotlights replacement!
Electrisafe Your Local Electrician in Ferndown, Northbourne and Bournemouth
- Fully qualified, fully insured
- NICEIC Approved Contractor
- Fast, friendly and professional service
