At Illumify Home, we believe that great lighting should be efficient, affordable, and designed to serve the people who use it every day. That’s why we’re proud to share the results of a recent project that transformed a 20,000 sq. ft. nonprofit facility in Tucker, GA through our Commercial Energy Efficiency Lighting Program.
Whether you’re running a church, school, community center, or warehouse, this case study shows what’s possible when strategic design meets utility rebates — and how you can do the same.
📍 Project Overview
This nonprofit had been operating for over 30 years with an aging fluorescent lighting system. Their goal was to reduce utility expenses and upgrade to more reliable, energy-efficient lighting — all within a limited budget. As a Georgia Power commercial customer, they were also eligible for rebates that could significantly reduce their upgrade cost.
⚠️ Key Challenges
- Outdated Fixtures: Hundreds of 2×4 troffers with T12 fluorescent tubes were still in use, which consumed excessive power.
- Inconsistent Past Upgrades: DIY retrofits with canless downlights caused uneven lighting and frequent failures.
- Maintenance Headaches: Flickering lights and early failures from prior upgrades increased maintenance costs and disrupted operations.
- Budget Constraints: Like many nonprofits, they needed a high-impact, low-cost solution.
✅ Illumify Home’s Approach
We provided a complete, turnkey solution through our Energy Efficiency Lighting Program, which included:
🔍 1. Free Energy Survey & Site Analysis
We conducted a full walkthrough and photometric lighting analysis to understand the existing conditions and opportunities.
🛠 2. Optimized Lighting Design
Using 3D simulations, we redesigned the lighting layout to meet industry standards while minimizing fixture counts and maximizing coverage.
💡 3. Product Selection
We replaced 280 fluorescent fixtures with high-efficiency LED panel lights, maintaining a 1-to-1 replacement to avoid unnecessary rewiring costs.
🤝 4. Collaborative Installation
The installation was managed by Illumify Home and carried out by the nonprofit’s maintenance team and volunteers — a great example of partnership in action.
💰 Project Cost & Savings
| Total Cost | Rebate from Georgia Power | Final Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $13,000 | $7,459 | $5,541 |
Estimated Energy Savings:
- Annual Utility Savings: ~$2,200
- 5-Year Savings: ~$11,000
That’s over 50% reduction in lighting energy consumption — paying for itself in under 3 years!
🌎 Sustainability Impact
- All fluorescent tubes and old fixtures were responsibly recycled to prevent mercury and hazardous material contamination.
- LED panels have a longer lifespan and come with 5-year warranties, reducing waste and future maintenance costs.
🏆 Results & Benefits
- ✅ Improved Lighting Quality – Brighter, more uniform light in all areas
- ✅ Lower Maintenance – Fewer replacements, fewer disruptions
- ✅ Significant Cost Savings – Over half the project funded by rebates
- ✅ Fast Turnaround – 150 man-hours completed in just 6 days
- ✅ Eco-Friendly – Safe disposal of hazardous materials
📢 Bonus Incentive Alert!
Georgia Power is now offering a 25% bonus rebate on top of their existing commercial lighting incentives — up to $50,000 per building per year. To qualify:
- Submit application by: June 30, 2025
- Complete project by: November 30, 2025
Learn more about the rebate rewards here ›
👇 Is Your Building Next?
If you own or manage a commercial or nonprofit facility between 5,000–50,000 sq. ft., Illumify Home can help you reduce energy costs, improve lighting quality, and take advantage of powerful utility incentives.
📞 Contact us today for your free on-site lighting survey:
📧 info@illumifyhome.com
📱 770-341-0761
🌐 www.illumifyhome.com
📍 Serving the greater Atlanta metro area
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