A price per light is useful only when the underlying scope is clear. Replacing existing trims is different from wiring new locations through a finished ceiling.
Compare three common lighting scopes
An LED retrofit reuses suitable existing housings; a new canless fixture location needs a cutout and wiring; a complete room layout may also need switching and circuit work. Ask which scope each quote includes.
Access changes the labor
An accessible attic can simplify cable routing. Finished floors above, framing, insulation and concealed obstructions can require different access plans. Identify who patches and paints openings.
Controls and fixtures belong in the quote
Record fixture model or allowance, color temperature, dimming compatibility and any wet-location or insulation-contact requirements. Confirm whether dimmers and switch changes are included.
Avoid an unsupported fixed price
Fixture count alone cannot establish a reliable installation amount. Gridline reviews the room, equipment and access before quoting. Call 562-447-4411 for a scope-based estimate.