Wellington, Florida, USA

The homeowners association (HOA) knew it was time to upgrade the existing system to one that was more energy-efficient, and would require less maintenance. The HOA also wanted to have matching fixtures and a more uniform color of light throughout the community.

The HOA called LED Source to help them find a new system. LED Source put together a lighting plan that used Philips Color Kinetics eW Burst Compact Powercore, a high-output, exterior-rated LED spotlight designed for accent and site lighting. The fixtures were used to light the fountains and palm trees. The long useful life of the LED sources would mean less maintenance. The energy-efficiency of the LED lighting technology would also result in a reduced energy bill.

By replacing the previous system with LED lighting fixtures, it is estimated that Versailles will save more than $40,000 in annual maintenance costs and $20,000 in energy costs. The new system also creates a better ambiance and offers better security for the property.

"I wasted thousands of dollars trying to keep up with burnt out bulbs and replacing the damaged previous landscape lights," said Sal Van Casteren, Versailles HOA President. "The compliments we receive about our how our entry way looks at night are never ending. Going with the LED product was one of the best investments this HOA has made in years."