--- title: "Crest Lighting — Lighting Showrooms & Sales | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/lighting-showrooms-and-sales/crest-lighting-pfvwus-pf~1007796597 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1007796597.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Crest Lighting" category: ["Lighting Showrooms & Sales"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7a4336270432cc8b_5308-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "3300 N. Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60657, United States" latitude: 41.9399 longitude: -87.6528 phone: "(773) 525-8000" website: http://www.crestlighting.com rating: 5 review_count: 9 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 74 last_updated: 2026-09-09 --- # Crest Lighting Original Houzz profile: [Crest Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/lighting-showrooms-and-sales/crest-lighting-pfvwus-pf~1007796597) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Lighting Showrooms & Sales - **Location:** Chicago, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Cicero, Evanston, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Skokie, Oak Lawn, Berwyn, Oak Park, Glenview, Park Ridge, Northbrook, Elk Grove Village, Niles, Wilmette, Chicago Heights, Melrose Park, Morton Grove, Elmwood Park, Maywood, Crest Hill, Norridge, Forest Park, Lincolnwood, River Forest, Lyons, River Grove, Riverside, Harwood Heights, Broadview, North Riverside, Stickney, Forest View, Bedford Park, Golf, McCook, Hines, We ship anywhere - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (9 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100 Ideabook Saves Crest Lighting is your neighborhood family owned and operated business with a commitment to service, knowledge of product, and the providing the largest supply & variety of unique lighting selections. Many of our clients credit our unmatched product selection, our commitment to energy efficiency and our affordable pricing. We credit our people. They are the most knowledgeable in the Midwest for all things electrical. Whether you’re a contractor, designer, or a homeowner, our friendly professionals are eager to help you make smart lighting and electrical decisions. Since joining forces with Paramont EO Inc. in 2013, Crest Lighting is large enough to furnish multi- million dollar projects, yet small enough to be nimble and flexible to meet your daily needs. As a lighting design consultant and distributor, Paramont EO & Crest Lighting integrates the art, science and business of illumination to create productive and aesthetically appealing environments using the latest, most energy-efficient and cost-effective lighting technologies. Comprised of energetic new talent, guided by a seasoned staff, Paramont EO has lit up projects ranging from personal residences to United Center to Millenium Park. We stock over $7M in electrical supplies and light fixtures and have in-house design expertise that is ready to help with any size project from a simple retrofit, new home construction, to downtown high rises and McCormick Place size projects. See our website for more details. ### Services Provided - Lighting Design - Lighting Sales - Outdoor Lighting Design - Ceiling Fan Sales - Decorative Lighting ### Areas Served - Chicago - Cicero - Evanston - Schaumburg - Arlington Heights - Palatine - Skokie - Oak Lawn - Berwyn - Oak Park - Glenview - Park Ridge - Northbrook - Elk Grove Village - Niles - Wilmette - Chicago Heights - Melrose Park - Morton Grove - Elmwood Park - Maywood - Crest Hill - Norridge - Forest Park - Lincolnwood - River Forest - Lyons - River Grove - Riverside - Harwood Heights - Broadview - North Riverside - Stickney - Forest View - Bedford Park - Golf - McCook - Hines - We ship anywhere ### Typical Job Cost $250 - 50,000 Projects range from a single fixture update or retrofit, to whole home or building lighting packages. We work with homeowners and builders to select the best lighting for any budget. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Crest Lighting | | Address | 3300 N. Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60657, United States | | Phone | (773) 525-8000 | | Website | http://www.crestlighting.com | | License Number | 2326829 | | Followers on Houzz | 74 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Paramont-EO-Crest-Lighting/298536906840049?ref=hl - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/paramonteo - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/paramont-eo-and-crest-lighting - Blog — http://www.crestlighting.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Crest Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/lighting-showrooms-and-sales/crest-lighting-pfvwus-pf~1007796597) - **Website:** http://www.crestlighting.com - **Phone:** (773) 525-8000 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Showroom of the Year Finalist, BBB A+ rating, Electrical Wholesaling top 100, iMark Platinum, Chicago innovator's award nominee, NAED, EA, NACM, IES, Central Lakeview Merchants Association, New Lenox Chamber of Commerce, featured in Chicago View and iMark Now magazine, showcased on tED. - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [American Lighting Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-lighting-association-pfvwus-pf~939537007) - [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642) - [Southwest Suburban Home Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/southwest-suburban-home-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~1637532347) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 9 reviews** ### All 9 reviews **★★★★★ — @properties, Sept. 2016** > I bought a light fixture from Crest. They have an amazing selection and the help was extremely knowledgeable. They helped walk me through the options and select the perfect fixture. Installation was easy. They showed up on time and were able to install the light much easier than my husband would have! It was well worth it. I would highly recommend Crest to anyone in the market. **★★★★★ — Diane Brown, Sept. 2016** > If they don't have it you don't need it. Both electrical supplies and fixtures are limitless. If special orders are needed it is quick. The new showroom is impressive and inviting. I am most impressed when they locate a difficult item that seems to be out of stock or not produced any more. I have had two such situations where they have produced right on substitutions that work perfectly. The staff especially mike is easy to work with. It is my go to place as a construction manager and multiple home owner. **★★★★★ — krtiernan, June 2016** > Sandy in New Lenox was amazing. She knew exactly what fixtures would be perfect for every room in our house in keeping with our style and budget. Her knowledge of the products and manufactures was invaluable. We will definitely use crest lighting and Sandy for any other lighting needs and highly recommend to our friends and family. **★★★★★ — ehibbs91, March 2016** > I have worked with Lynn Hibbs and have had nothing but success and an pleasant experience. I plan to come back with further projects and send more work her way at Crest Lighting. Everyone is very knowledgeable and have no concerns with my next upcoming project of picking lights for our whole new house! Thank you so much for all the hard work and time put into our home lighting. **★★★★★ — thechxickens, March 2016** > Could not be happier with everything....the service...the selection...the follow up! Amy was a joy to work with and provided ideas when I had none. Within 2 hours we had my entire home complete and the results are amazing. The selection of fixtures was vast and met my every need. Crest lighting is my only choice for lighting. Thank you!! **Comment from Crest Lighting:** > So glad you are happy with the results! Thank you for your business! **★★★★★ — Kristin Taghon Interior Designs, LLC, March 2016** > As an Interior Designer, I look for experts in various areas of the field. Lighting is one of those areas where I need to bounce my ideas and designs off of an expert. I count on Blair King at Crest Lighting to make sure my lighting designs provide enough light and that we are using quality lamps. Even though Blair LOVES Winter, we get along very well and he's always willing to give me some lighting tips! Thanks Blair and Crest Lighting! **Comment from Crest Lighting:** > Thanks Kristin! We love your work and really enjoy contributing to your projects! **★★★★★ — frank\_giordano60, March 2016** > This place has employees that are very good at helping out customers and professional. i highly recommend shopping here. good **★★★★★ — nanuholly, March 2016** > Beautiful showroom, laid back yet incredibly knowledgeable sales staff, and fantastic selection of fixtures and lighting controls. My sales person went the extra mile, coming out to my house to get a feel for the space and scale and then helping me find the right combination of lighting to make our renovation project really shine! We needed to replace dated ceiling can lights and track lighting with new LED ones, add lighting to highlight special artwork throughout the house, and add landscape lighting outside as well. > I would definitely recommend Crest Lighting to anyone looking to retrofit existing lighting, or for anyone who is building a new home that needs guidance on placement and design! **★★★★★ — Sublime Homes, Feb. 2016** > For many years, Paramount EO and Crest Lighting has been an invaluable industry partner of Sublime Homes. Sandy and the team In New Lenox consistently surpass our expectations by steadily providing exceptional service and a kind of attention to detail we can rely on. > > Fantastic customer service, great products and great prices. I will continue to use Paramount EO and Crest Lighting on my projects! **Comment from Crest Lighting:** > Thanks Jacklyn! > It's our pleasure to work with you and we love contributing to Sublime's gorgeous projects! ## Selected projects - [Hinkley Lighting Gallery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hinkley-lighting-gallery-pj-vj~2641793) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - Description: Under four generations of family leadership, Hinkley Lighting has transformed from a small outdoor lantern company to a global brand intent on bringing you the best in style, quality and value. We thrive on personal relationships, regional roots, inspiring design and a family atmosphere that is encouraged at every level of our company. If the past 90 years are any indication, it is with great pride and excitement that we set our sights on the horizon and extend our commitment to keeping your ‘Li… - [Traditional New Construction](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-new-construction-pj-vj~2041698) - Location: New Lenox, IL - Photos: 3 - [Chicago Lighting Showroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chicago-lighting-showroom-pj-vj~767990) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 21 - [New Lenox Lighting Showroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-lenox-lighting-showroom-pj-vj~767998) - Location: New Lenox, IL - Photos: 9 - [Crest Client Home Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crest-client-home-projects-pj-vj~768025) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 48 - [Berlin House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/berlin-house-pj-vj~728831) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-pj-vj~973664) - Location: Viola, WI - Photos: 1 - [Madison Avenue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/madison-avenue-pj-vj~1466784) - Location: La Grange, IL - Photos: 22 - [Frankfort Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/frankfort-residence-pj-vj~1877544) - Location: Frankfort, IL - Photos: 24 - [The Wit Hotel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-wit-hotel-pj-vj~1642275) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - [Swift & Sons](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/swift-and-sons-pj-vj~1639070) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - [Hillshire Brands Headquarters](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillshire-brands-headquarters-pj-vj~1639058) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Momotaro](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/momotaro-pj-vj~1639035) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [West Chicago Park District ARK Center](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-chicago-park-district-ark-center-pj-vj~1624792) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 29 - [Gazebo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gazebo-pj-vj~1624769) - Location: Newark, IL - Photos: 3 - [Green Street Smoked Meats](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/green-street-smoked-meats-pj-vj~2169838) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 9 - [Untitled Supper Club](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/untitled-supper-club-pj-vj~2156006) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 7 - Description: Paramont EO and Crest Lighting worked with @Taggart Electric to light the entryway LED lighting, and the bar areas to this 1920's speakeasy experience. Chicago's Untitled Supper Club gives way for delicious drinks, food, and entertainment underground in River North. - [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/forbidden-root-restaurant-and-brewery-pj-vj~2156014) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 9 - Description: Forbidden Root Botanic beer and delicious food in West Town, Chicago. - [The Radler](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-radler-pj-vj~2156011) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 7 - Description: Paramont EO and Crest Lighting and Taggart Electric Inc. worked to light this beautiful authentic German beer hall. With dazzling lights hanging above and a mural with a story, this place is truly one of a kind. Next time you spend a night in the city make sure to stop by The Radler, not just for the food but also for the experience. - [Chez Chicago](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chez-chicago-pj-vj~2155987) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 7 - Description: Chez is a loft space that can be easily transformed for any event including weddings, parties, and meetings. Located two blocks from the Magnificent Mile, Chez is a perfect venue for any type of occasion. Paramont EO and Crest Lighting worked with Taggart Electric to brighten up the room for any Chicago event! [See all 21 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/lighting-showrooms-and-sales/crest-lighting-pfvwus-pf~1007796597) ## Ideabooks - [Hubbardton Forge](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45487323/list/hubbardton-forge) — 10 ideas - [Bathroom Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44803308/list/bathroom-lighting) — 206 ideas - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101066695/list/wish-list) — 1 idea - [Minka](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45489243/list/minka) — 24 ideas - [Craftmade](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68687451/list/craftmade) — 124 ideas - [Collaborations](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/62782499/list/collaborations) — 6 ideas - [Frank Lloyd Wright Home- Barrington](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/76125677/list/frank-lloyd-wright-home-barrington) — 9 ideas - [Chandeliers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/74353861/list/chandeliers) — 1 idea - [Corbett Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70072288/list/corbett-lighting) — 6 ideas - [Wine Cellar](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67244746/list/wine-cellar) — 195 ideas - [Kitchen Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/44803417/list/kitchen-lighting) — 251 ideas - [Chicago Area Baths](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67517574/list/chicago-area-baths) — 52 ideas - [Living room lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63630017/list/living-room-lighting) — 116 ideas - [Casablanca Fan Company](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68687467/list/casablanca-fan-company) — 7 ideas - [Celing Fans](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63273829/list/celing-fans) — 159 ideas - [LED Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32732766/list/led-lighting) — 93 ideas - [Elk Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/39935580/list/elk-lighting) — 80 ideas - [Capital Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/66852719/list/capital-lighting) — 60 ideas - [Minka Aire](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68687609/list/minka-aire) — 81 ideas - [Kichler](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68687559/list/kichler) — 88 ideas [See all 38 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/paramonteo) ## Community Q&A **Q: POLL: Do you use cookbooks?** *(in Polls)* I still have a shelf of cookbooks in my house, but when I think about it, I use maybe one of them regularly. Most often, I use recipes online and read them off my phone or an iPad when I'm cooking. How about you? VOTE and tell us about it in the comments! A: I have loved to cook since junior high 50 years ago! I always use cook books and have assembled my own with favorite recipes from my 4 favorite cooking magazines. I have arranged them in three ring binders with dividers. I love having no fail recipes that have been tested in test kitchens and can access them in seconds. They are easy to read, with personal notations in the margins. I also love the recipes written in my grandmother's and mother's handwriting. **Q: Chandelier Selection** *(in Design Dilemma)* I have an open floor plan in my house with tray ceilings in the living and dining rooms. In those areas, the ceiling is 10' high. The dining room dimensions are 10' x 14.' I have a small - 54" X 34" - antique French refectory dining table. The 23" tall and 25.5" wide chandelier I originally purchased for the dining area looks too small to me. i have found another that I love, the Maxim Fairmont 6 light, which is 32" tall and 30" wide. Will this be too large? A: That would work - take advantage of your nice tall ceiling! Typically, fixtures are hung 30" above the table for 8' and 9' ceiling heights. For every additional foot of ceiling height, add 3". Because the fixture is a little wider than the norm, you can also raise it up so you don't hit your head leaning over the table. There is enough body height with the long rods that it won't look awkward using a minimum of chain. **Q: Need help choosing a light fixture for my kitchen** *(in Design Dilemma)* We're adding a tray ceiling to our kitchen to solve my wish for the 42" cabinets to flush with the 9' ceilings. I need to replace the light fixtures. All of the appliances will be stainless and the wall color will be Sage Splendor with a stone backsplash. My dilemma is finding three fixtures (I am willing to omit one or two) that work well together aesthetically. Please help A: I wouldn't necessarily blank it up unless you will be adding recessed cans. You are always better off having more light than not enough and you easily have enough space for a semi flush. Here are three options - the first has an adjustable rod and seeded glass; the second is clear glass with a mason jar look; the third is a more industrial wire mesh frame. All three take 100 watt max bulbs. **Q: Lighting Advice** *(in Design Dilemma)* We're finally getting to the doing stage in our kitchen, but one piece has jumped to the front of the line: the lighting. We currently have late 90's big flourescent pillow in the middle of the ceiling. We could go recessed lights, or a nicer, more modern fixture, that hugs the ceiling. I'm of a mind to do the nicer, more modern. Husband is worried about making a mistake. I told him I'd ask you smart, chic people for advice. So: recessed lighting, or that beautiful fixture, above. For reference sake, it's about 4" deep, about 11" wide and about 40" long. The appliances will all be SS, and the pulls, etc are brushed nickle, simple rod shaped. A: That would be adequate for general kitchen lighting, but you will need additional lighting over your stove area and work areas. LED's generally come in three color categories, warm (2700K), neutral (3000-3300K) and cool (5000K). 2700K is the closest to an incandescent bulb, producing the warm glow we are all accustomed to, but we are seeing people going toward neutral. If you have two different color temperatures it may effect your paint colors. **Q: Can you provide the manufacturer and name of this fixture? thank you** *(in Photo Questions)* A: HI lernst! It is a Hubbardton Forge fixture model \#137531. It is 48" in diameter and is adjustable in height from 53.9" - 63.9" with 9 lights @ 75w maximum per socket. Purchased through Crest Lighting in Chicago. Feel free to call our showroom for any additional details: 888-CREST-4U. **Q: Can you provide the manufacturer and name of this fixture? thank you** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi lernst! It is a Hubbardton Forge fixture model \#137531. It is 48" in diameter and is adjustable in height from 53.9" - 63.9" with 9 lights @ 75w maximum per socket. Purchased through Crest Lighting in Chicago. Feel free to call our showroom for any additional details: 888-CREST-4U. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-09.*