Hey folks,

I’ve been thinking about replacing the old fluorescent tubes in my garage and basement with LED tubes, but I’m on the fence. My current lights are still working, though they flicker a lot and sometimes take a while to warm up.

A couple of questions I’d love your input on:

  1. Do LED tubes actually save that much energy compared to fluorescents?

  2. Are they simple enough to install, or will I need to rewire my fixtures?

  3. What’s the light quality like — do they feel brighter or just “different”?

  4. Any specific brands or models you’ve had good luck with?

I’m not necessarily chasing the latest trend, but I do want reliable lighting that doesn’t drain my electric bill or require me to keep replacing tubes every few months.

Would love to hear your experiences!