Credentials & Certifications

Trusted. Certified. Women-Owned.

SMS Lighting holds the certifications and credentials that matter — giving clients confidence that every project is designed and delivered to the highest professional standards.

Why Credentials Matter in LED Lighting

LED lighting design is a technical discipline. The right certifications signal that a firm has invested in the knowledge, ethics, and professional accountability that complex commercial and institutional projects demand.

SMS Lighting maintains active credentials across women-owned business certification, energy efficiency programs, and industry professional standards — so you can trust the team behind your project.

Business Certification

Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

U.S. Small Business Administration

SMS Lighting is a certified Women-Owned Small Business, qualifying for federal and state procurement programs and demonstrating our commitment to diversity in the lighting industry.

  • Eligible for WOSB federal contracting set-asides
  • Recognized by NJ and PA state procurement programs
  • Active certification maintained annually
Energy Efficiency

NJ Clean Energy Program Partner

New Jersey Board of Public Utilities

As a recognized partner of the NJ Clean Energy Program, SMS Lighting helps clients navigate utility rebate applications and incentive programs that offset the cost of LED upgrades.

  • Rebate application support for NJ utility customers
  • Familiarity with PSE&G, JCP&L, and ACE incentive structures
  • Energy savings documentation for rebate qualification
Professional Standards

DesignLights Consortium (DLC) Qualified Products

DesignLights Consortium

SMS Lighting specifies only DLC-qualified LED fixtures, ensuring every product we recommend meets rigorous performance, efficiency, and reliability benchmarks recognized by utilities nationwide.

  • All specified fixtures meet DLC performance standards
  • Qualifies clients for utility rebate eligibility
  • Verified efficacy, color quality, and lifespan ratings
Safety & Compliance

UL-Listed Product Specifications

Underwriters Laboratories

Every fixture SMS Lighting specifies carries UL listing, confirming compliance with North American safety standards for electrical components used in commercial and institutional environments.

  • UL-listed fixtures across all project types
  • Compliance with NEC and local electrical codes
  • Required for insurance and occupancy approvals

Built on Accountability

Transparent Credentials

We maintain and share documentation for every certification we hold — no vague claims, no expired credentials.

Rebate Expertise

Our familiarity with NJ and PA utility programs means clients capture every available incentive dollar.

Code Compliance

Every project is designed to meet or exceed applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and local requirements.

Women-Owned & Local

A certified women-owned business proudly rooted in Haddonfield, NJ — serving the South Jersey and Philadelphia region.

Questions about our credentials or rebate eligibility?

We're happy to share documentation and walk you through available incentives for your project.