Electrical Help in Manhattan
Light bulb replacement, light fixtures, chandeliers, dimmers, outlets and LED lighting. Installed and serviced by A Guy Who Can Fix It.
Everyday Electrical & Lighting Help
One burned-out bulb. A room of new fixtures. Lighting throughout an office. Our Guys handle installation, replacement, maintenance and troubleshooting for Manhattan apartments, co-ops, condos, penthouses, townhouses and businesses. Several tasks can be planned together.
Light Bulb Replacement
Ceiling lights, sconces, pendants, chandeliers and other accessible or high-ceiling fixtures. Replace individual bulbs or refresh lighting across several rooms.
Light Fixture Installation
Ceiling lights, pendant lights, wall sconces, vanity lights, flush-mount fixtures and recessed lighting. Removal of the existing fixture, assembly, connection and final positioning.
Chandeliers & High Ceilings
Designer fixtures, pendant clusters and substantial chandeliers. High-access or complex installations are planned with the appropriate crew and equipment.
Dimmers, Switches & Outlets
Standard and smart dimmers, light switches, timers, sensors and outlets. Replacement, compatibility checks and related everyday electrical troubleshooting.
LED & Smart Lighting
LED strips, under-cabinet lights, closet lighting, integrated furniture lighting, drivers and compatible smart controls. Installation or service for an existing system.
Fans & Detectors
Ceiling fan installation and replacement, including compatible controls. Smoke and carbon monoxide detector installation, replacement and routine maintenance.
Light Bulb Replacement in Manhattan
Changing a bulb sounds simple. Until it is above a staircase, inside a chandelier or twenty feet from the floor. Light bulb replacement is a standalone Electrical Help service for homes, offices, stores and managed properties.
One Bulb or an Entire Property
We replace bulbs in ceiling lights, pendants, sconces, recessed fixtures, lamps and chandeliers. A visit can cover several rooms, matching the bulb type, base, brightness and color temperature to the fixture and your preferences.
Use bulbs you already have or arrange purchasing with your Guy. Replacement bulbs and any other parts are paid separately from labor. Include photos of the fixture and the existing bulb, if available.
High-Ceiling Bulb Replacement
Lofts, double-height living rooms, penthouses, foyers and staircases often need more than a household ladder. Our Guys have ladders of different heights and review the position and access before arriving.
Send the approximate ceiling height and a wider photo of the area beneath the fixture. Work requiring scaffolding, a tower, a lift or additional crew receives a separate project estimate.
Light Fixture Installation & Replacement
Ceiling Lights, Pendants & Wall Sconces
Dining room pendants, kitchen island lighting, bedroom fixtures, bathroom vanity lights and decorative sconces. We remove the existing fixture, assemble the replacement, review the mounting point, connect it and test the installation.
For several pendants, suspension lengths and spacing are planned together. Product links, installation instructions and photos of the existing ceiling or wall help us prepare the visit.
Recessed, Architectural & Outdoor Lighting
Recessed fixtures, trims, compatible LED upgrades and lighting integrated into a finished interior. New installations are reviewed against the actual access, ceiling or wall conditions and connection requirements.
Terrace, balcony, rooftop and exterior fixtures can also be included. Send the product information, mounting location and building instructions so the scope can be agreed in advance.
Chandelier Installation & High-Ceiling Lighting
A chandelier can be a straightforward replacement or an installation involving hundreds of pieces, substantial weight and several Guys. The plan follows the fixture, ceiling and access.
Designer Fixtures & Assembly
Crystal chandeliers, sculptural lighting, linear suspension systems, pendant clusters and contemporary LED fixtures. Assembly, suspension height, alignment and final adjustments can be included in the installation.
Send the manufacturer, model, weight, dimensions and installation manual. Heavy fixtures need a reviewed support and mounting arrangement before they are lifted into place.
Complex Projects & Access Equipment
High ceilings, staircase locations and oversized fixtures may require scaffolding, a tower, a lift, controlled lifting equipment or an additional crew. These installations are quoted separately as a project.
The estimate accounts for the agreed equipment, technicians, assembly and access. Photos of the room, ceiling and route into the property help us plan the complete installation.
- Visual Comfort
- Flos
- Artemide
- Tom Dixon
- Moooi
- RH
- Ralph Lauren Home
Dimmers, Light Switches & Outlets
Switches & Dimmer Replacement
Standard switches, three-way and four-way switches, dimmers, timers and occupancy sensors. We replace worn or damaged controls and install compatible replacements when lighting is updated.
LED dimming depends on the fixture, driver and control working together. Flickering, uneven dimming or a light that will not turn fully off may require a compatibility check before choosing a replacement.
Outlet Replacement & Installation
Standard, GFCI, USB, USB-C, recessed and smart outlets for Manhattan homes and businesses. Replacement can be combined with fixture work or other tasks during the same visit.
New or relocated outlets, switches and electrical boxes are reviewed against the property's existing conditions and the specific project. Send photos of the location and tell us what needs to be connected.
Everyday Electrical Troubleshooting
A dead outlet, a flickering fixture or a control that no longer works. The first paid hour is used to evaluate the issue. Your Guy explains the findings, proposed work and any replacement parts before proceeding with additional work.
LED Lighting & Smart Controls
Under-Cabinet, Closet & Accent Lighting
LED strips and fixtures for kitchens, closets, shelves, cabinetry, furniture and architectural details. Installation can include positioning, drivers, power supplies, connections and compatible switches or dimmers.
For an existing system, we can review failed sections, drivers and controls. Send photos of the lighting and any accessible model labels so the replacement can be matched to the system.
Smart Switches & Lighting Systems
Compatible smart dimmers, switches, sensors and lighting controls, including setup and basic programming. We work with systems such as Lutron, Leviton, Kasa, Philips Hue, Brilliant and Aqara.
Room scenes, remote controls and broader device integration can be coordinated through Smart Home Installation. Product models and information about the existing system help define the work.
Ceiling Fans, Smoke & CO Detectors
Ceiling Fan Installation
Standard, remote-controlled and smart ceiling fans. We assemble the fan, review the mounting support, connect it, fit compatible controls and test its operation. Replacement and final adjustment can be included.
For tall or angled ceilings, send the ceiling height, product model and mounting instructions. Difficult access or additional support requirements are assessed before installation.
Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Battery, hardwired, interconnected and compatible smart detectors. Installation, replacement and routine detector service can be combined with other Electrical Help tasks.
For several units, include the quantity, existing models and locations. High-ceiling detector work and recurring service across a property can be planned in advance.
Electrical Help for Businesses & Managed Properties
Offices, Retailers & Hospitality
Office lighting, retail display lights, track fixtures, gallery lighting, restaurant pendants, detectors, controls and outlets. Work can be coordinated around operating hours and the people responsible for access.
For a complete lighting update or several rooms, send quantities, product schedules and plans. The crew and installation sequence are arranged around the property.
Lighting Maintenance. One Contact.
Bulb replacement, fixture adjustments, LED drivers, lighting controls and detector service can form part of scheduled visits through our Property Management Services.
Electrical Help can also be coordinated with Appliance Installation, General Mounting and other agreed tasks. Send one complete list for the property.
How to Book Electrical Help
Show Us What Needs Attention
Use the booking form. Add photos, your Manhattan address and preferred day and time. For installation, include product links, quantities and the ceiling height.
Your Guy Contacts You
We review the task, access and equipment, then arrange your appointment. You can request same-day Electrical Help; your Guy confirms the available appointment.
Confirm the Scope & Price
Ordinary work is hourly. Complex installations receive a project estimate. Replacement parts, equipment and any additional requirements are agreed before proceeding.
Electrical Help Pricing
Everyday Electrical Help
For ordinary bulb replacement, fixture installation, dimmers, switches, outlets and related service. One-hour minimum. The time depends on the task, installation and access.
Basic mounting hardware is included. Light bulbs, fixtures, switches, dimmers, drivers and other replacement parts are paid separately. Several tasks can be combined in one visit.
Complex Lighting Projects
Large or heavy fixtures, difficult access and installations requiring scaffolding, a tower, a lift or additional crew are quoted as a separate project.
Send photos, ceiling height, fixture dimensions and weight, installation instructions and building details. We review the equipment, crew and scope, then agree the project estimate.
Building Access & Service Coordination
Insurance & Building Requirements
Our Guys are insured. A Certificate of Insurance can be provided when required by your building. Send COI instructions, permitted work hours, service-entrance details and access information with your request.
Our installation workmanship carries a 90-day warranty.
Service While You're Away
With authorized access, we can coordinate through a doorman, building management, property manager, designer, assistant, household staff or business representative. Include a contact who can approve the work and answer questions.
Electrical Help: Your Questions
Can I book you just to replace light bulbs?
Yes. Light bulb replacement is a standalone service for Manhattan homes and businesses. We can replace one bulb or work through several fixtures and rooms in the same visit. Send photos and tell us whether you already have the replacement bulbs.
Can you change bulbs on high ceilings?
Yes. We review the height, fixture and access to select the equipment. Our Guys have ladders of different heights. Work requiring scaffolding, a tower, a lift or additional crew is quoted separately as a project.
How much does Electrical Help cost?
Ordinary Electrical Help is $149 per hour, per Guy, with a one-hour minimum. Basic mounting hardware is included. Fixtures, bulbs, switches, dimmers and other replacement parts are paid separately. Complex lighting installations receive an agreed project estimate.
Can you install a chandelier or designer fixture?
Yes. Assembly, mounting, connection, positioning and adjustments can be included. Send the model, weight, dimensions, installation manual and ceiling height. Heavy or high-access installations may need additional crew and lifting or access equipment.
Can you replace light switches, dimmers and outlets?
Yes. Standard and compatible smart controls, three-way and four-way switches, timers, sensors, GFCI, USB and recessed outlets can be included. Parts are separate from labor. Send photos of the existing devices and the replacements, if chosen.
Can you help with flickering LEDs or a failed light?
Yes. We evaluate the fixture, bulbs, controls and accessible system components. LED fixtures, drivers and dimmers may need a compatibility review. After evaluating the issue, your Guy explains the recommended work and any parts required.
Do you install under-cabinet and smart lighting?
Yes. LED strips, under-cabinet fixtures, closet lighting, drivers and compatible smart controls can be installed or serviced. Include model information and photos of the existing system when booking.
Can you install ceiling fans and detectors?
Yes. Ceiling fan assembly, mounting, connection and adjustment are part of Electrical Help. We also install and replace smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Send models, quantities and installation locations.
Do you offer same-day Electrical Help?
You can request a same-day appointment through the booking form. Your Guy confirms availability and the appointment details. Projects requiring specialist equipment or several technicians may need advance planning.
Can you combine several jobs or work in a business?
Yes. Bulbs, fixtures, controls, outlets and other tasks can be planned together for homes, offices, stores, restaurants and managed properties. Send the full list and quantities so we can arrange the visit or project.
Do I need to be home?
Not necessarily. With your authorization, we can coordinate access through building management, a doorman, property manager, assistant or another representative. Include a person who can answer questions or approve additional work.
What should I send with my request?
Photos of the fixture or issue, quantities, product links or manuals, approximate ceiling height and any access constraints. Add your address, preferred time, building requirements and contact for access. For heavy fixtures, include weight and dimensions.
Electrical Help Throughout Manhattan
A Guy Who Can Fix It serves apartments, condos, co-ops, penthouses, duplexes, lofts, townhouses, offices, stores, galleries, restaurants and other Manhattan businesses.
Upper East Side, Yorkville, Carnegie Hill, Upper West Side, Lincoln Square, Midtown, Midtown East, Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen, Murray Hill, Kips Bay, Chelsea, Hudson Yards, Flatiron, NoMad, Gramercy, Union Square, Greenwich Village, West Village, East Village, SoHo, NoHo, Nolita, Tribeca, Lower East Side, Chinatown, Little Italy, Financial District, Battery Park City, Two Bridges, Harlem, East Harlem, Morningside Heights, Hamilton Heights, Washington Heights, Hudson Heights, Fort George, Inwood, Marble Hill and Roosevelt Island.
For Manhattan clients, lighting work at second homes outside the city can be arranged in advance. Location, travel, crew and access are reviewed for each project.
Need Electrical Help in Your Manhattan Property?
Tell us what needs replacing, installing or checking. Send your details and photos through the booking form. Your Guy will contact you to arrange the appointment.