LED Pool Lighting (in-water fixture)
Color-changing or white-only options; extremely efficient; 25+ year lifespan; color-changing requires automation integration; professional installation for wet areas
Installed price$300–$1,200LA-area, parts and labor
Typical lifespan~15 yrswith regular care
Cost per year of life$20–$80price ÷ lifespan
Who usually installs it5% DIY · 95% pro
Most installs involve plumbing or electrical work. When wiring or gas lines are involved, call a licensed pro.
Common brandsPentair AquaLEDHayward ColorLogicZodiac Watercolors
Repair or replace?
A common rule: if a repair costs more than half the price of new, or the unit is in its last year or two of a ~15-year life, replacing is often the better value. Try the repair-or-replace calculator with your own quote. Ranges are LA-area estimates; see How We Estimate.
Models and variants
- Pentair AquaLED40 LED LightingPentair · about $950 · 3-yr warranty
- Hayward ColorLogic LED 40WHayward · about $750 · 2-yr warranty