A smarter way to install and maintain LED lighting for schools, cities, and small businesses
Upgrading your lighting doesn’t have to mean draining your budget. With lighting as a service, or LaaS, you can get a brand-new LED lighting system, including installation and maintenance, without any upfront capital expense. Instead of paying everything at once, you make a predictable monthly payment that covers it all.
This innovative lighting subscription model is the ideal solution for organizations that need energy-efficient upgrades but want to avoid large capital expenditures.
What is lighting as a service?
Lighting as a service, sometimes also referred to as light as a service, is a subscription-based model that bundles your entire LED lighting solution into one convenient monthly fee. It includes:
- A new, energy-efficient LED lighting system
- Professional installation and removal of old fixtures
- Full warranty coverage for the life of the subscription
- Upgrade eligibility every 5 years to stay current with new lighting technologies
No surprise costs. No maintenance headaches. Just reliable lighting performance and support.
Why it works for your organization
Whether you’re managing a school, running a small business, or overseeing municipal infrastructure, lighting as a service removes the financial barrier to modern, efficient lighting:
- No capital expense (CapEx): Start your upgrade immediately without waiting for budget approval.
- Operating expense (OpEx) model: Often treated as OpEx, LaaS may offer tax benefits and keep liabilities off your balance sheet.
- Energy savings: LED lighting can reduce electricity use by up to 70%.
- Zero maintenance: All service and replacement are covered during the term.
- Scalable & flexible: Easily expand or update your system when needed.
- Environmental impact: Reduces carbon footprint and supports circular economy goals through component reuse and recycling.
How lighting as a service works
Lighting as a service is designed to simplify your lighting transformation from start to finish. Here’s how the process works with National LED:
- Site assessment: Our team conducts a full audit of your facility’s lighting needs, identifying opportunities for energy savings and efficiency upgrades.
- Customized plan: Based on the audit, we create a tailored proposal including recommended fixtures, control systems, and layout designs to optimize your lighting.
- Installation: Professional technicians handle the full installation, including safe removal and disposal of outdated fixtures.
- Ongoing support: Once installed, we manage all system maintenance, ensuring peak performance, addressing failures, and handling any repair needs.
- Service agreement: A detailed lighting service agreement outlines all responsibilities, service levels, and protections so you know exactly what to expect.
- LED retrofit service: For facilities that need upgrades rather than full replacements, we offer LED retrofit solutions, modernizing your lighting without disrupting your infrastructure.
- Performance tracking: Optional reporting tools provide insight into your energy savings and lighting performance over time.
This turnkey process ensures you receive expert guidance, flawless implementation, and long-term reliability, with no unexpected costs.
Who benefits the most?
Lighting as a service is ideal for any organization looking to modernize their lighting without the financial burden of upfront investment. These sectors benefit the most:
- Schools & universities: Operate on strict annual budgets and benefit from predictable expenses and energy-efficient facilities.
- Municipal buildings & infrastructure: City managers can upgrade public lighting systems without lengthy budget approvals or bond issues.
- Small and medium businesses: Avoid CapEx constraints and access modern lighting technology with zero maintenance worries.
- Warehouses and industrial sites: Improve safety, visibility, and energy usage with minimal operational disruption.
- Healthcare facilities: Ensure consistent lighting for patient comfort and staff performance with full warranty coverage.
- Retail and commercial centers: Create well-lit environments that enhance customer experience while reducing operating costs.
- Franchise chains & multi-location companies: Implement consistent lighting standards across multiple sites with centralized service agreements.
If you manage a high-traffic or energy-intensive space, LaaS offers a cost-effective and scalable solution.
What’s included with National LED’s LaaS solution?
| Feature | Included? |
|---|---|
| New commercial-grade LED fixtures | Yes |
| Turnkey installation | Yes |
| Removal of old lighting | ✅ Yes |
| Full warranty for the entire term | ✅ Yes |
| Ongoing maintenance & support | ✅ Yes |
| Upgrade eligibility every 5 years | ✅ Yes |
| Upfront cost | ❌ None |
| LED retrofit service | ✅ Yes |
| Lighting service agreement | ✅ Yes |
| Lighting performance guarantee | ✅ Yes |
LaaS vs Traditional Lighting: A Quick Comparison
| Feature | Lighting as a Service (LaaS) | Traditional Lighting Purchase |
| Upfront cost | ❌ None | ✅ High initial investment |
| Monthly payments | ✅ Fixed & predictable | ❌ None |
| Installation included | ✅ Yes | ❌ Often extra |
| Maintenance & support | ✅ Included | ❌ Paid separately |
| Upgrade eligibility | ✅ Every 5 years | ❌ Requires new purchase |
| Environmental impact | ✅ Circular & efficient | ❌ Higher long-term waste |
| Treated as OpEx for accounting | ✅ Often | ❌ CapEx |
| Retrofit included | ✅ Yes | ❌ Requires separate contract |
Ready to upgrade your lighting?
Say goodbye to outdated fixtures, unpredictable repair costs, and massive upfront investments. With lighting as a service from National LED, your lighting works better, for less.
Our team will guide you through every step, from the first audit to the final installation and beyond. You’ll have peace of mind knowing that your system is covered, maintained, and upgraded when needed.
Whether you manage a single site or multiple locations, our scalable solutions grow with you. We work closely with facility managers, procurement teams, and energy consultants to align lighting with your long-term strategy.
Contact us today to get a personalized quote and see how much you could save. The future of lighting is simple, smart, and service-based, and it starts now.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Lighting as a service
What happens if a light fails during the subscription?
We take care of it, our team handles the repair or replacement at no extra cost.
Is lighting as a service available nationwide?
Yes! National LED provides LaaS solutions across the United States.
Can I upgrade my system before the 5-year mark?
Upgrades are evaluated case-by-case, but we aim to provide flexibility for growing businesses.
Do I need to worry about maintenance or repairs?
No. That’s part of the service, we handle everything so you can focus on your business.
What types of facilities are ideal for LaaS?
LaaS works well for schools, retail stores, warehouses, office buildings, and municipalities.
Is lighting as a service more sustainable?
Yes. LaaS promotes sustainability by ensuring systems are energy-efficient and components are reused or recycled as part of a circular economy model.
How long does it take to implement LaaS?
Most projects follow a streamlined process and can be completed in a few weeks depending on facility size and complexity.
What is included in the lighting service agreement?
It outlines installation terms, maintenance support, system performance guarantees, and upgrade provisions, giving you full peace of mind.
Is LaaS a type of lighting financing?
Yes, LaaS functions like operational lighting financing, offering all the benefits of ownership without the upfront cost or management responsibility.
