Hendersonville – Shealy Electric Company, founded in 1954 by R.B. Shealy at 412 Kanuga Road in Hendersonville, has been managed by his children, Mike and Catherine Shealy Sinclair. Catherine currently oversees the retail store, while Mike, a retired licensed electrical contractor, assists with installations. The store, opened in December 1963, offers a wide range of quality lighting, including chandeliers, lamps, sconces, and outdoor lighting, primarily from well-known companies, many manufactured in the USA. Customers can also find a variety of lamp shades, lighting parts, and bulbs. The store emphasizes the importance of home security by providing well-lit outdoor solutions.
To discover the latest residential lighting fixtures, Catherine often attends the Dallas International Lighting Show in January and June. This show is recognized as the only international market in the U.S., with more than 3,000 lighting buyers attending from both the U.S. and around the world. As Shealy Electric carries a number of lines, lighting representatives from various companies regularly visit the store to ensure that the latest styles are available.
Customers come from far and wide to seek Catherine’s advice—from Charleston, Charlotte, Tryon, and even Myrtle Beach. They can borrow catalogs to study. Hubbarton Forge, Stiffel, Hinkley, Oxygen, Crystorama, Quoarum, Arteriors, Cyan, and DVI are just a few of the company options. Clients know they will be in capable hands and can trust her suggestions. Many even reach out to her again when they move to a new location and need her lighting guidance.
Angie’s List online states: “For the finest in residential or commercial electrical contracting, the premier company to call in the Greater Hendersonville, N.C., area is Shealy Electric, located at 412 Kanuga Road. Phone 828-692-9125. They are a contractor well recognized for highly professional standards of workmanship with the ability to complete any project in a timely manner.”
The reviews on Google are also praiseworthy. Cat Martin said: “Catherine is so knowledgeable about lighting and has been so helpful to me. I had a sketch of where I wanted ceiling lights, and she helped me figure out what I needed to have track lighting installed! I needed a certain style light for a powder room and found exactly what I needed in her store! I wanted to upgrade a ceiling fan—she knew exactly what I needed, and it’s so quiet; I can’t even hear it at night. Truly, if you have a need for something specific, I’m sure Catherine can help you! Later on, post-Helene power outage… I should have known Catherine would have ways to help us! Who knew? Rechargeable light bulbs for emergency lighting in regular bedside table lamps!!! And dimmable LED fixtures for table lamps! Plus great ideas for cost-saving when on a tight budget! If you’ve never been to Shealy’s, you need to find out what you are missing!”
The parameters of lighting have changed quite drastically in recent years, as LED lights have taken over; incandescent, fluorescent, and halogen lighting have all fallen almost into oblivion. Now one looks for “lumens” instead of wattage in a bulb. Various bulbs emit color tones ranging from yellow to soft white to bright daylight. The base of the bulb must fit the light fixture. It is important to match the scale of the room in proportion to the furniture with the correct lighting to achieve the desired effect. Finding the right chandelier and pendant for a room’s focal point is equally important.
According to her customers, Catherine Sinclair can certainly assist with these lighting parameters. She will ensure that your design choices lead to a balanced and harmonious home. She explains the features of the lighting fixtures and will make sure your choice results in the desired effect. She will inform you of the costs involved. The wonderful assistance and professional service you receive are primary reasons for shopping at Shealy Electric Company.