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Beacon Residences Lighting Upgrade

Modernizing a Historic Boston Landmark

Northern Lights Electric proudly partnered with Beacon Residences to bring new life to a historic 20-unit brownstone in the heart of Boston. This project focused on preserving the building’s classic charm while modernizing its electrical infrastructure for today's safety and efficiency standards. The scope of work included a complete upgrade of the lighting systems, full rewiring to meet current code requirements, and the installation of energy-efficient LED fixtures. Throughout the project, our team prioritized seamless coordination to ensure there were no disruptions to the daily routines of the tenants who call Beacon Residences home.

  • Full LED conversion reducing energy consumption by 35%

  • Code-compliant rewiring throughout historic structure

  • Tenant-friendly project management with zero unplanned outages

Clients:

Beacon Residences Management

Location:

Boston, MA

Project Type:

Residential Multi-Unit Retrofit

Date:

July 13, 2024

Energy Efficiency Through Full LED Conversion

One of the most impactful upgrades in this project was the complete transition to LED lighting across all common areas, hallways, and exterior spaces. By replacing outdated fixtures with modern, energy-efficient LEDs, we successfully reduced the building’s overall energy consumption by 35%. Beyond the environmental benefits, residents and building management are now enjoying lower energy costs and a dramatic improvement in lighting quality. Warm, consistent illumination highlights the brownstone’s historic details while providing safer, brighter spaces for tenants and visitors alike.

Clients:

Beacon Residences Management

Location:

Boston, MA

Project Type:

Residential Multi-Unit Retrofit

Date:

July 13, 2024

Preserving Comfort with Tenant-Focused Project Management

Executing a major electrical upgrade in an occupied building requires careful planning and communication — and at Northern Lights Electric, tenant satisfaction is a top priority. Our project team developed a detailed work schedule to avoid any unplanned power outages and minimize disturbances. By coordinating closely with building management and providing timely updates to residents, we completed the rewiring and lighting installation without a single unplanned service interruption. The result is a safer, more energy-efficient building that respects both its historic character and the daily comfort of its tenants.

Clients:

Beacon Residences Management

Location:

Boston, MA

Project Type:

Residential Multi-Unit Retrofit

Date:

July 13, 2024