Business Details
38 Years
experience
Expert Lighting Contractors in Charleston, WV
Founded in 1988, Robert S Kimball Associates has built a legacy of excellence in commercial and residential lighting design. Our team brings over 120 years of combined experience in the lighting industry, specializing in innovative solutions for healthcare, architectural, commercial, and educational environments. Partnering with elite lighting manufacturers, we deliver cutting-edge products that combine efficiency, functionality, and aesthetic appeal.Our commitment to precision and client satisfaction drives every project, from photometric studies to tailored lighting layouts. With a heritage rooted in three generations of lighting expertise, we continue to illuminate spaces with creativity and technical mastery across West Virginia and beyond.
Services
Healthcare Lighting
Architectural Lighting
Lighting Controls
Design Services
Site Lighting
Commercial Lighting
Residential LED Solutions
Photometric Studies
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized lighting expertise across multiple industries
- Our team provides tailored solutions for healthcare, architectural, and commercial environments
- We partner with top-tier lighting manufacturers for cutting-edge product access
- Our photometric analysis ensures precise, energy-efficient lighting designs
- Family-owned legacy with three generations of lighting industry innovation
Services
Healthcare Lighting
Our healthcare lighting solutions create healing environments through specialized fixtures that enhance patient comfort and staff efficiency. We provide clean room disinfecting systems and medical lighting that meets strict regulatory standards while promoting wellness in clinical spaces.
Architectural Lighting
We transform architectural visions into immersive lighting experiences with solutions for landmarks and interiors. Our portfolio includes acoustic lighting, recessed cylinders, and wall sconces that balance aesthetics with functional illumination requirements.
Lighting Controls
Our control systems optimize energy efficiency and ambiance through programmable solutions. From single-room dimmers to enterprise-wide building systems, we implement intuitive interfaces that reduce operational costs while maintaining precise lighting management.
Design Services
We conduct photometric studies and load calculations to create customized lighting plans. Using advanced tools like Revit/BIM integration and light rendering simulators, we ensure optimal illumination patterns that meet project specifications and energy codes.
Site Lighting
Our site lighting solutions enhance safety and visibility for parking lots and public spaces. Featuring floodlights and wall packs, these systems combine security-focused illumination with energy-efficient designs that reduce operational costs.
People
Robert S. Kimball
President
Third-generation lighting expert with 35+ years of industry experience. Leads innovative lighting solutions for commercial and healthcare sectors while maintaining family legacy of excellence.
Margaret Kimball
Vice President
Manages operations with deep understanding of lighting systems and client needs. Brings extensive experience in commercial lighting solutions and business management.
Adam Dillon
Inside Sales
Specializes in project quotations and Valmont customer service. Provides technical support for lighting solutions and system specifications.
Kevin Corbett
Outside Sales
Offers field expertise in lighting design and controls systems. Assists with project quotations and specialized lighting consultant services for commercial clients.
Kaleb Crede
Inside Sales
Focuses on lighting applications and design layouts. Provides technical support for project and stock quotations with expertise in lighting design software tools.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in healthcare, architectural, commercial, industrial, and residential lighting solutions with tailored approaches for each sector.
Do you offer lighting design services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive design services including photometric studies, load calculations, and BIM-integrated lighting plans.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve West Virginia with lighting solutions and technical support for commercial and residential projects.
Are you part of a larger network?
We maintain local expertise while partnering with national lighting manufacturers to provide cutting-edge products and solutions.
How long have you been in business?
Our company was founded in 1988, building on three generations of family lighting industry experience since the 1920s.
What control systems do you implement?
We work with advanced lighting control systems that offer energy savings, ambiance customization, and enterprise-wide management capabilities.