06/05/2026
Incandescent vs. LED
Incandescent Bulbs- Create light by heating a filament.
Most energy becomes: Heat, Not light
LED Bulbs- Create light electronically.
Most energy becomes: Light, Very little heat
LEDs waste less energy as heat.
*Why Homeowners Switch
Benefits of LED Lighting:
-Lower Energy Use: LEDs use roughly 75–90% less electricity than comparable incandescent bulbs.
-Longer Lifespan: Many LEDs last 10–20 times longer.
-Less Heat: Cooler operation means less wasted energy, less stress on fixtures, more comfortable spaces
*Less energy. Less heat. Less maintenance.
A Common Mistake
Don't Compare Watts, many people buy LEDs based on wattage.
Instead compare: Lumens = brightness vs Watts = energy used
For Example:
Old 60W incandescent ≈ 800 lumens
New LED ≈ 8–10 watts for 800 lumens
Match the lumens, not the watts