Gibson Lighting: Chula Vista's Custom Lighting & Electrical Experts

For over three decades, Gibson Lighting in Chula Vista, CA, has been the trusted source for custom lighting design, expert electrical work, and antique fixture restoration. Serving homeowners, builders, and designers across San Diego County and beyond, this family-run business blends artistic craftsmanship with reliable electrical service.

Business Overview

Gibson Lighting provides both scheduled and emergency electrical services for residential and commercial clients. The team handles everything from urgent wire repairs to planned installations for new construction. They focus on creating safe, beautiful, and functional lighting solutions for every space.

Key Services

The electricians and craftsmen at Gibson Lighting offer a full range of services to keep your lights on and your spaces shining.

• Electrical Services: Full electrical inspection, installation, replacement, and repair. They also specialize in wire repair for older homes common in the Chula Vista area.
• Lighting Fixture Services: Professional light fixture installation and repair for any style, from modern track lighting to historic chandeliers.
• Custom & Restoration Work: This is their specialty. They custom-design and fabricate unique fixtures and expertly restore antique and vintage lighting, including complete rewiring and refinishing to meet current safety standards.

Areas Served

Gibson Lighting proudly serves a wide area of Southern California. Their service area includes Chula Vista, San Diego, Oceanside, Escondido, Carlsbad, and Temecula. They also work in El Cajon, La Mesa, Santee, Poway, Imperial Beach, and many surrounding communities like Bonita, Lakeside, and Alpine.

Company History

Founded in 1988, Gibson Lighting began as a small shop focused on quality lighting repair and wrought iron fabrication. Over 30 years, the business has grown from a local Chula Vista operation to a respected name serving clients nationally and even internationally for complex restoration and custom design projects. Their long history is built on a simple principle: merging art with dependable electrical work.

Leadership

Owner Jim Gibson has led the business since its start. With a natural talent for both art and restoration, Jim personally oversees projects, whether he's sketching a new custom fixture for a Coronado beach house or carefully rewiring a historic lamp from a downtown San Diego hotel. His hands-on approach and deep local roots ensure every job receives dedicated attention.

Specialties & Highlights

What makes Gibson Lighting in Chula Vista, CA, unique?

• True Custom Fabrication: They don't just install lights; they design and build them from scratch for any style, from coastal contemporary to classic Spanish revival.
• Expert Antique Restoration: They offer complete repairs and restorations for delicate heirlooms and vintage fixtures, ensuring they are both beautiful and electrically safe.
• Broad Project Experience: Their fixtures illuminate everything from private residences and restaurants to university buildings, TV productions, and government facilities.
• UL Standards Compliance: All custom and restoration work meets rigorous UL safety standards, giving clients peace of mind.

Why Locals Choose Gibson Lighting

Residents and businesses across San Diego County return to Gibson Lighting for a blend of old-world craftsmanship and modern reliability. Their 30+ years in Chula Vista, CA, means they understand local architecture, from mid-century homes to new developments. Clients trust them for honest assessments, durable workmanship, and the ability to turn any lighting vision into a reality. When you need an electrician who is also an artist, Gibson Lighting is the clear choice.