Disclaimer and terms of use

Estimates only

The calculator, example results and articles on LightingPayback.com give general estimates based on typical assumptions and public data. Actual energy use, savings, payback and costs depend on your building, operating hours, electric rates, existing equipment, products selected and installation. Results are not a guarantee, offer or quote.

Pricing

Material prices shown are budget ranges for typical in-stock, commercial-grade products and are subject to change without notice. They don't include labor, tax, freight or other charges unless stated. Pricing, product selection and availability are confirmed only in a written quote. Sending your fixture list doesn't create an order or lock in a price.

Rebates and incentives

Utility rebates and incentives are set by each utility or program administrator. Amounts, eligibility rules, caps, required pre-approval and funding can change or end at any time, and many programs have customer size or product requirements. Rebate information here was gathered from public sources on the dates shown and may be outdated or incomplete. Estimated rebates are not a promise of payment. The purchaser is responsible for confirming eligibility and amounts directly with the program before buying.

Laws and regulations

Summaries of laws, such as state fluorescent lamp phase-outs, are plain-language overviews for general information as of the date shown. They aren't legal advice and may not reflect later changes, rules or interpretations. Check the law itself and consult the appropriate agency or your own advisor before acting.

Products and installation

Wattages, light levels and product details are typical values and vary by manufacturer and model. Confirm that any product suits your fixtures, voltage, controls and application, and have installation done by a qualified, licensed electrician in line with applicable codes. Rewiring for ballast-bypass (Type B) tubes or other retrofits changes the fixture and should be done by a professional.

No professional advice

Nothing on this site is legal, tax, financial, engineering or electrical advice. For decisions that depend on those, consult a qualified professional.

Third-party links and content

Links to news articles, utility programs, government sites and other third-party pages are provided for convenience. We don't control or endorse their content and aren't responsible for its accuracy or availability.

No warranty and limitation of liability

This site and its information are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, completeness or fitness for a particular purpose. To the fullest extent allowed by law, LightingPayback and anyone involved in providing it are not liable for any loss or damage arising from use of, or reliance on, this site or its information. You use the site and its estimates at your own risk.

Information you send us

If you submit your fixture list, we use your contact details and project information to prepare material pricing and follow up with you. We may share it with a lighting supply partner for that purpose. We don't sell your information.

Changes

We may update this site, its estimates and this disclaimer at any time without notice. Questions: [email protected].

Last updated October 2026.