Lighting

High-Bay Light Cleaning

High-bay light cleaning removes the heavy dust that coats fixtures hung 20 to 40 feet or more above warehouses, gyms, manufacturing floors and big-box stores. Dusty high-bays lose light output and can trap heat. Most high-bay work is planned as AELC Extended Reach or Elevated Access with the right lift.

How oftenEvery 12 months
MethodHEPA source capture
Reach classElevated Access
SchedulingAfter hours

What's included

  • Fixture housings, heat sinks and lenses
  • Reflectors and guards
  • Hanging hardware

Not included

  • Relamping, driver replacement or electrical work
  • Lift operation by untrained personnel

Why it matters

Dust on LED heat sinks can trap heat; dust on lenses and reflectors cuts light delivered to the floor.

More on why it matters

Warehouses and gyms rarely clean fixtures because access requires lifts.

How AELC providers clean high-bay lights

Every provider follows the AELC Source-Control Method: capture the dust, don't move it.

  1. IdentifyCount fixtures, measure mounting height, plan lift access and coordinate shutdown of circuits.
  2. CaptureVacuum housings and heat sinks with a HEPA source-capture vacuum from the lift or long-reach system.
  3. ContainWipe lenses and reflectors with damp microfiber.
  4. VerifyRestore power and spot-check light levels.

How often, and how it's priced

Recommended frequency

Warehouses and manufacturingEvery 12 months
Gyms and big-box retailEvery 6 to 12 months

Pricing is local

Your local AELC Certified Provider sets the price for your space. What affects it:

  • How many high-bay lights you have
  • Height and access
  • Dust, grease or buildup
  • One-time reset or recurring schedule
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DIY tips between professional visits
  • Combine fixture cleaning with any scheduled lift work to save on rental days.
Safety: when work stops
  • Lift work requires trained operators, fall protection as required, and a job-specific plan.
  • Stop if combustible or unknown process dust is present.

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Who needs it most

High-Bay Light Cleaning: FAQ

Is a lift always required for high-bay fixtures?

Fixtures above roughly 24 feet usually need a lift. Some lower high-bays can be reached with floor-based extended-reach systems.

Last updated October 4, 2026. Reviewed by the AELC Method team. Local services are performed by independently owned AELC Certified Providers. Above Eye Level Cleaning.

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