What questions should you ask a lighting expert?

The following questions are a useful starting point. Have them to hand for your first meeting with an electrician or lighting advisor:

• What changes can we make without replacing our existing lighting?
• How can we make our existing lighting set-up more energy efficient?
• Are you able to advise on different lighting brands? (Bringing in someone who only represents one brand of lighting may not give you the best outcome.)
• Do you offer guarantees on the lighting you recommend?
• Do you have any case studies that show how you have helped similar companies to upgrade the efficiency of their lighting?
• Can we talk to someone who can vouch for the quality of your advice and service?