Question 1

What is lighting audit software?

Accepted Answer

Lighting audit software is a tool that helps electrical contractors and energy consultants document existing lighting fixtures during a site walkthrough. It records fixture type, wattage, quantity, and operating hours, then calculates energy use (kWh) and annual cost automatically. Professional lighting audit software, like LumaQuote, connects the audit directly to a retrofit proposal without requiring separate spreadsheets or manual re-entry.

Question 2

Can I use lighting audit software on-site?

Accepted Answer

Yes. LumaQuote is browser-based and works on any tablet or laptop — no app download required. Its compact single-row fixture entry is designed to be fast enough to use during the site walk, not just after.

Question 3

Does LumaQuote work for Canadian lighting audits?

Accepted Answer

Yes. LumaQuote includes built-in utility rates for all Canadian provinces (Ontario, Quebec, BC, Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick) and all major US regions. Pick your region and the rate, CO₂ factor, and rebate program name fill automatically.

Question 4

How does LumaQuote lighting audit software compare to SnapCount or Lighting Assessor?

Accepted Answer

LumaQuote is faster to set up and use than SnapCount, which requires an app and is built around a broader energy retrofit workflow. Compared to Lighting Assessor, LumaQuote adds a controls analysis layer, Word document export, and full Canada + US utility rate support. LumaQuote is also priced lower than both.

Question 5

What does a lighting audit report include?

Accepted Answer

A LumaQuote lighting audit report includes existing fixture inventory by area, annual energy use (kWh/yr) and cost per fixture, proposed LED replacements with savings per fixture, rebate amounts, installation costs, total payback period, 10-year cash flow, CO₂ reduction, and full assumptions. It exports as a branded PDF or Word document.

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