Licensed Electrical Contractor in Houston, TX 77007 - Illuminations Lighting Design
607 Durham Dr, Houston, TX 77007
What the Company Handles
- Wire installation
- Electric repair
- Electric panel installation
- Light fixture installation
- Outlet installation
Questions and Answers
As a Houston homeowner, my outdoor GFCI outlets keep tripping or my landscape lights aren't working. Can you help with this common issue?
Absolutely. Houston's soil and climate can be tough on outdoor electrical systems, often leading to GFCI failures or damaged underground cables. Our licensed electricians are experienced in diagnosing these local problems. We can repair or replace faulty GFCI outlets and run new, properly protected underground wiring to restore safe, reliable power to your outdoor spaces, whether for security, landscape lighting, or patio outlets.
I'm interested in landscape lighting. Do you only design it, or do your electricians handle the full installation?
We handle the entire process. Our team is unique because we combine licensed electricians with lighting designers. This means we can create a beautiful, artistic landscape lighting plan and then our own electricians safely execute the installation, including all trenching, wire installation, and fixture setup. This integrated approach ensures the design is both aesthetically pleasing and electrically sound from start to finish.
My home needs an electrical panel upgrade and new lighting. Can you manage both under one project?
Yes, that's a core strength of our firm. As a full-service electrical contracting company founded in 1980, we are equipped to handle the complete scope. Our electricians can safely upgrade your electrical panel to meet modern demands, and then our design team can work with you on selecting and installing new light fixtures throughout your home. Managing both aspects together often leads to a more efficient project and a cohesive final result.
Business Profile
Tom Kretzschmar, President of Illuminations Lighting Design, brings a legacy of electrical expertise to Houston. A graduate of Southwest Texas State University, his family history is rooted in Texas electrical contracting, tracing back to his grandfather's firm, Rulon Electric, founded over 65 years ago. After honing his skills there, Tom established Illuminations in 1980. While initially focusing on fine art and cabinet lighting, the company has grown into a full-service firm, blending artistic lighting design with comprehensive residential electrical contracting. A member of the Illuminating Engineering Society and an Industry Partner with the American Society of Interior Designers, Tom holds three U.S. patents for custom lighting fixtures. This unique combination of deep technical knowledge, artistic vision, and local family heritage has made Illuminations a trusted resource for Houston's lighting and electrical needs for over four decades.
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tue: | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wed: | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thu: | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Fri: | 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |






