Electrical Contractor LED Wholesale Pricing Guide (2026)
How electrical contractors can get the best wholesale LED pricing. Bulk discounts, contractor programs, DLC rebate stacking, and profit margin optimization for lighting projects.
As an electrical contractor, lighting projects are some of the most profitable jobs you can take on — if you source your fixtures right. The difference between retail and wholesale LED pricing can mean thousands of dollars in margin on a single project.
Why Contractors Choose Auvolar
Auvolar offers direct wholesale pricing to electrical contractors with no middleman markup:
| Product | Retail Price | Auvolar Wholesale | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| UFO High Bay 150W | $150-200 | $89 | 40-55% |
| LED Wall Pack 80W | $120-160 | $72 | 40-55% |
| LED Troffer 2x4 50W | $80-120 | $49 | 39-59% |
| Area Light 150W | $250-350 | $129 | 48-63% |
| LED Tube T8 4ft | $10-15 | $6 | 40-60% |
How to Maximize Profit on Lighting Projects
1. Stack DLC Rebates with Wholesale Pricing
DLC-listed fixtures qualify for utility rebates of $20-$150+ per fixture. When you buy at wholesale and pass rebate savings to the customer, everyone wins:
- Your cost: $89 (UFO High Bay 150W)
- Utility rebate: -$50 to -$75
- Net fixture cost: $14-$39
- You bill customer: $150-200 installed
- Your margin: $100+ per fixture
2. Volume Pricing Tiers
Auvolar offers additional discounts on bulk orders:
- 25+ fixtures: Additional 5% off
- 100+ fixtures: Additional 10% off
- 500+ fixtures: Custom project pricing
3. Free Project Support
Every Auvolar order includes:
- Free photometric lighting design (AGi32/DIALux)
- DLC certificates for rebate applications
- Spec sheets and IES files
- Technical phone support during installation
Common Contractor Projects and Recommended Products
Warehouse LED Retrofit (Most Common)
- Replace: 400W Metal Halide high bays
- With: Auvolar UFO High Bay 150W ($89)
- Energy savings: 63% (250W per fixture)
- Typical project: 50-200 fixtures
- Total savings: $5,000-$30,000/year in energy
Parking Lot Lighting Upgrade
- Replace: 250W-400W HPS shoe box
- With: Auvolar OT Series Area Light 150W ($129)
- Energy savings: 40-63%
- DLC rebate: $50-$100 per fixture
Office/School Troffer Replacement
- Replace: 2x4 fluorescent troffers (128W with ballast)
- With: Auvolar LED Troffer 2x4 50W ($49)
- Energy savings: 61%
- Installation: Drop-in replacement, 15 min per fixture
How to Get Started
Auvolar has supplied LED fixtures for projects at CarMax, Home Depot, Tesla dealerships, Ontario International Airport, and thousands of commercial buildings nationwide. Join our contractor network at auvolar.com/services/contractor-network.
Need Help With Your Lighting Project?
Auvolar provides free lighting design, photometric layouts, and rebate assistance for commercial projects.