Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Energy-Efficient Lighting Solutions
Founded in June 2002, Southern Lighting Company has established itself as a leader in commercial-grade energy-efficient lighting solutions. As a Service Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business, we serve the Eastern United States and Caribbean Islands with headquarters in North Carolina and offices in Virginia and Florida. Our team combines over 50 years of combined experience in lighting technology and aerospace electronics to deliver tailored solutions that reduce energy consumption, lower maintenance costs, and improve lighting quality. We specialize in comprehensive services from initial audits to complete installations, offering LED, Induction, and Organic LED technologies. Our commitment to customer satisfaction drives our approach of understanding client needs and delivering solutions that exceed expectations.With a focus on innovation and technical expertise, we maintain rigorous quality standards through our certified electricians and specialized equipment. Our veteran leadership team brings disciplined execution and industry-specific insights to every project. We prioritize transparency in operations, clear communication, and long-term client relationships built on reliability and proven results. Our technical capabilities include advanced lumen analysis, scotopic lighting optimization, and lifecycle cost calculations. Through continuous evaluation of emerging technologies, we ensure our clients receive the most cost-effective solutions available today.
Services
LED Lamps
Induction Lighting
Lighting Audits
Installation Services
High-Bay Fixtures
Fluorescent Retrofits
Street Lighting
Security Lighting
Flood Lighting
Wall Pack Fixtures
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of specialized lighting industry experience
- Our veteran-owned business combines disciplined execution with technical expertise
- We provide full-service solutions from audits to installations
- Our team includes certified electricians with specialized equipment capabilities
- We maintain rigorous quality standards with lifecycle cost analysis
Services
LED Lamps
Our LED lamp solutions provide significant energy savings while maintaining equivalent light output. These long-life (10+ years) fixtures operate at cool temperatures, contain no mercury, and offer warm white (2700K-3000K) and cool white (5000K) options. Available in various types including A19, MR16, PAR series, and T8 tubes, our LED lamps deliver superior energy efficiency and environmental benefits for commercial applications.
Induction Lighting
Our Induction lighting systems offer 100,000-hour lifespans with 80-90% lumen retention over time. These electrode-free fixtures provide instant-on operation, superior color rendering (85-90 CRI), and 50% energy savings compared to traditional HID systems. Ideal for high-maintenance areas, our Induction solutions combine advanced scotopic lighting optimization with significant lifecycle cost reductions through reduced maintenance requirements.
Lighting Audits
Our comprehensive site audits analyze existing lighting systems through detailed fixture inventories and operational assessments. We evaluate wattage, voltage, hours of operation, and lighting deficiencies to create customized energy-saving proposals. Our analysis includes lifecycle cost comparisons, maintenance savings projections, and safety recommendations to determine optimal ROI for lighting upgrades.
Installation Services
Our professional installation teams handle complete lighting retrofits using certified electricians and specialized equipment. Capable of large-scale projects, we employ bucket trucks, cranes, and high-rail systems for commercial installations. Our services include fixture replacement, ballast upgrades, and complete system overhauls while maintaining minimal operational disruption for our clients.
High-Bay Fixtures
Our high-bay lighting solutions serve industrial and warehouse environments with durable, energy-efficient fixtures. Available in ceramic metal halide, LED, Induction, and fluorescent options, these fixtures deliver superior lumen output for high-ceiling applications. Designed for longevity and performance, our high-bay systems reduce energy consumption while maintaining optimal illumination levels for commercial operations.
People
Frank W. Saunders Jr.
President
20-year Navy pilot and lighting industry veteran with over 25 years of experience. Holds BS from East Carolina University and manages sales/marketing operations. Active participant in lighting industry conferences and panels.
Robert C. Witwer
Vice President
30-year aerospace electronics executive with BSEE and MBA degrees. Oversees company operations and manages onsite installation crews. Brings extensive senior management experience from California State University and Pepperdine University education.
Questions
What lighting technologies do you specialize in?
We specialize in LED, Induction, and Organic LED technologies, offering comprehensive solutions for commercial energy efficiency.
Do you provide lighting audits for existing facilities?
Yes, we conduct detailed site audits analyzing existing fixtures, energy usage, and maintenance costs to recommend optimal upgrades.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve the Eastern United States and Caribbean Islands with offices in North Carolina, Virginia, and Florida.
Can you help calculate energy savings from lighting upgrades?
Yes, our audits include detailed energy savings calculations and lifecycle cost analysis for proposed lighting solutions.
Do you handle complete lighting installations?
Yes, we provide full installation services using certified electricians and specialized equipment for all lighting systems.
Are your lighting solutions cost-effective?
Our solutions combine energy savings, reduced maintenance, and long lifespans to deliver significant lifecycle cost benefits.
