An LED lighting retrofit, combined with advanced controls, offers a powerful solution that not only cuts energy costs but also improves your daily operations. At Thrive Electrify, we understand that a lighting upgrade can seem overwhelming and complex, but we are here to simplify the process for you. Below, we answer the top 5 questions our clients have regarding our retrofit services.
1) WHAT IF WE DON’T HAVE FUNDS IN THIS YEAR’S BUDGET TO PAY FOR A LIGHTING UPGRADE?
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- BC Hydro incentives will cover approximately 15%-40% of your project costs. The more efficient your lighting system the greater the incentive. Thrive will guide you through the entire incentive process and will help you apply for your grant.
- Consider using our “Pay With Savings“ financing program which requires no upfront costs and allows for positive cash flow from day one.
- BC Hydro incentives will cover approximately 15%-40% of your project costs. The more efficient your lighting system the greater the incentive. Thrive will guide you through the entire incentive process and will help you apply for your grant.
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2) WILL I HAVE TO SHUT DOWN OPERATIONS DURING THE RETROFIT?
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- No, you will not have to shut down operations. Thrive Electrify aims to minimize disruptions to your daily operations during installation. We will engage with your operations manager to obtain the facility’s schedule of operations. Our collaboration with your staff will be focused on mitigating any potential disruptions. Furthermore, we will adhere to your facility’s safety regulations while operating within your premises.
- No, you will not have to shut down operations. Thrive Electrify aims to minimize disruptions to your daily operations during installation. We will engage with your operations manager to obtain the facility’s schedule of operations. Our collaboration with your staff will be focused on mitigating any potential disruptions. Furthermore, we will adhere to your facility’s safety regulations while operating within your premises.
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3) WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROJECT COSTS?
There are various scenarios:
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- Landlord-Funded Lighting Upgrade: In some cases, the landlord may agree to fund this project as a property improvement. The cost may be included in the operating expenses of the property, and the tenant may indirectly contribute through their monthly rent, which includes a portion for common area maintenance (CAM) or operating expenses.
- Tenant-Funded Lighting Upgrade: Alternatively, the lease agreement may specify that the tenant is responsible for the cost of the retrofit. This arrangement might involve the tenant paying for the retrofit directly or reimbursing the landlord for the expense.
- Shared Cost: There can be situations where the cost is shared between the landlord and the tenant. This could involve both parties contributing a portion of the retrofit cost, either upfront or over time.
- Incentives and Negotiation: Some landlords may offer incentives to tenants to encourage energy-efficient upgrades, such as contributing to the retrofit cost or providing favorable lease terms in exchange for the tenant making the improvements. We have successfully helped past clients negotiate with landlords to cover a portion of costs or renegotiate new lease terms.
- Landlord-Funded Lighting Upgrade: In some cases, the landlord may agree to fund this project as a property improvement. The cost may be included in the operating expenses of the property, and the tenant may indirectly contribute through their monthly rent, which includes a portion for common area maintenance (CAM) or operating expenses.
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4) WHY DO I NEED AN ADVANCED LIGHTING SYSTEM?
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- Improve productivity without expanding your workforce to overcome labor shortages.
- Gain operational advantages against your competitors.
- Future-proof your business by keeping up with technology in a practical, scalable, and fiscally viable manner.
- Maximize your BCHydro incentive and energy savings by opting for the most efficient lighting system on the market.
- Improve productivity without expanding your workforce to overcome labor shortages.
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5) HOW DO WE USE THE ADVANCE CONTROL SYSTEM?
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- Our skilled team will assist you in commissioning your system, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
- We provide comprehensive training for your staff to effectively operate the system.
- We offer a 3-month follow-up to check the system and make any necessary adjustments according to your preferences.
- Thrive Electrify electricians are well versed in the latest software and hardware maintenance techniques. If you require any adjustments or additional support, simply reach out to us, and we’ll be readily available to assist you.
- Our skilled team will assist you in commissioning your system, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
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Why Choose Thrive Electrify? Our uniqueness sets us apart.
Design
Custom in-house lighting designs and expert controls commissioning
Monitoring
Reduce maintenance disruptions with our digital monitoring service
Seamless
We adapt to your workspace schedule, minimalizing operational disruptions during install
Longevity
Quality products for a lifetime installation
Warranty
Unbeatable 5 – 10 year warranties
Experience
We guarantee that we will maximize your BC Hydro incentive and energy savings