Emergency & Exit Lighting Systems
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Installation, Replacement & Repair of Commercial Emergency Lighting & Exit Signs in Wilsonville, Lake Oswego & the Portland Metro
Emergency and exit lighting is required in nearly every commercial building — and it must function correctly at all times. Whether you’re opening a new business, remodeling a space, or correcting items flagged during a fire/life-safety inspection, Boones Ferry Electric installs and repairs code-compliant emergency and exit lighting systems for commercial and industrial facilities.
We serve Wilsonville, Lake Oswego, Tualatin, West Linn, Sherwood, Portland, and surrounding areas, delivering reliable, professional installations that meet NEC, OSHA, and local fire code requirements.
Why Emergency & Exit Lighting Matters
Emergency lighting is critical for:
- Safe evacuation during power outages
- Fire/life-safety compliance
- OSHA requirements
- Passing inspections
- Liability protection
- Employee and customer safety
If your emergency lighting fails during an outage, the building is out of compliance — and unsafe.
Types of Emergency & Exit Lighting We Install
We install and replace:
Exit Signs
- LED exit signs
- Single-sided and double-sided signs
- Edge-lit exit signs
- High-visibility signs
- Combination exit/emergency units
Emergency Lighting Fixtures
- Emergency floodlights
- LED emergency heads
- Remote-head emergency lights
- Industrial emergency fixtures
- Damp-location and wet-location units
Combination Units
- Exit sign + emergency light combos
- Battery-backup integrated units
Specialty Fixtures
- High-ceiling emergency lighting
- Warehouse emergency fixtures
- Stairwell emergency lighting
- Emergency lighting for outdoor egress paths
We install commercial-grade fixtures designed for long life and low maintenance.
Battery Backup & Power Requirements
Emergency and exit lighting must operate for at least 90 minutes during a power outage.
We install:
- Battery-backup exit signs
- Battery-backup emergency lights
- Remote-head battery packs
- Central inverter systems (where applicable)
We ensure all equipment meets required runtime and testing standards.
Code-Compliant Placement & Installation
We install emergency and exit lighting according to:
- NEC requirements
- OSHA standards
- Local fire marshal requirements
- Egress path illumination rules
- Mounting height and visibility standards
We ensure your building meets all life-safety requirements.
Emergency Lighting for Commercial Spaces
We install systems for:
- Offices
- Retail stores
- Restaurants
- Warehouses
- Manufacturing facilities
- Medical and dental offices
- Schools and campuses
- Churches
- Multi-tenant buildings
- Storage facilities
Every installation is tailored to the layout and occupancy of the building.
Repairs & Replacement of Failed Emergency Lighting
We diagnose and repair:
- Dead batteries
- Failed LED heads
- Non-functional exit signs
- Loose wiring
- Damaged fixtures
- Faulty test switches
- Charger failures
- Burned transformers
- Incorrect voltage supply
If a fixture can’t be repaired cost-effectively, we replace it with a modern LED unit.
Upgrading to LED Emergency & Exit Lighting
LED upgrades offer:
- Longer battery life
- Lower energy use
- Brighter illumination
- Reduced maintenance
- Better reliability
Most older incandescent units should be replaced with LED for safety and compliance.
Emergency Lighting for Warehouses & Industrial Facilities
Industrial spaces require:
- High-output emergency fixtures
- Remote-head systems
- High-mount emergency lighting
- Durable, impact-resistant housings
- Wet-location rated units
We install systems that hold up in demanding environments.
Correcting Fire Marshal or Inspector-Flagged Items
We frequently correct:
- Missing exit signs
- Insufficient egress lighting
- Failed battery tests
- Non-functional emergency heads
- Incorrect mounting height
- Damaged or outdated fixtures
- Missing directional arrows
- Improper wiring
We help businesses pass re-inspection quickly.
Trusted Electrical Expertise in Wilsonville
Why Customers Choose Boones Ferry Electric
We take pride in delivering electrical work that’s safe, clean, and built to last.
Clean, professional workmanship
Owner-operated service
Clear communication
Reliable scheduling
High-quality materials
Code-compliant installations
Decades of experience
Trusted across Portland Metro
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Get to Know Boones Ferry Electric
If you’re looking for a dependable, professional electrician who takes pride in their work, we’re here to help.
Call Boones Ferry Electric to schedule service or request a quote.
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