A dark front walkway or an unlit backyard does more than look unfinished — it’s a safety and security gap. We design and wire landscape and outdoor lighting that highlights architecture and plantings, lights walkways and steps, and keeps entry points visible after dark.
- Pathway, step & accent lighting
- Motion-activated security fixtures
- Low-voltage & line-voltage systems
- Weatherproof wiring, buried to code
Landscape & Outdoor Lighting
Why It Matters
Outdoor Lighting Is a Safety Feature First
Unlit steps, walkways, and driveways are one of the most common causes of after-dark falls around a home. Poorly lit entry points and side yards also give intruders places to stay unseen. Outdoor lighting solves both at once when it’s planned around how the property is actually used at night.
We map lighting to the paths people actually walk, the areas that matter for security, and the architectural or landscape features worth highlighting — rather than scattering fixtures evenly across the yard.
“Outdoor lighting should follow the path you walk, not just the fence line.”
What’s Included
Lighting Planned Around Your Property
Every outdoor lighting project is planned around your home’s layout, landscaping, and security needs.
Pathway & Step Lighting
Low-voltage fixtures along walkways and steps to light the paths people actually walk.
Accent & Architectural Lighting
Uplighting for trees, façades, and landscape features that deserve to be seen after dark.
Motion-Activated Security Lighting
Fixtures at entry points and side yards that trigger on motion to deter unwanted visitors.
Low-Voltage Systems
Safe, energy-efficient low-voltage lighting with transformers sized to your fixture count.
Weatherproof Wiring
All wiring buried and rated to code for year-round exposure to Pacific Northwest weather.
Timer & Smart Control
Photocell, timer, or smart app controls so lighting turns on and off automatically.
HOW IT WORKS
From Property Walkthrough to Lit Landscape
01
Property Walkthrough
A licensed electrician walks the property at dusk to identify dark spots and priority areas.
02
Lighting Design
We plan fixture placement, wiring paths, and control options around what the property needs.
03
Installation
Fixtures and wiring are installed and buried to weatherproof code, with any required permit managed.
04
Night Walkthrough
We test every fixture after dark and adjust aim and timing before we call it done.
FAQ
Common Questions About Landscape & Outdoor Lighting
Is landscape lighting low-voltage or line-voltage?
Most landscape and accent lighting runs on a safer low-voltage system, while larger security or floodlights may run on standard line voltage. We’ll recommend the right mix for your yard.
Do I need a permit for outdoor lighting?
Low-voltage landscape lighting typically doesn’t require a permit, but line-voltage circuits and new outdoor outlets usually do. We’ll confirm what applies to your project.
Can outdoor lighting be controlled from my phone?
Yes, we can wire in smart controls so you can adjust schedules, brightness, or turn fixtures on and off remotely.
How weatherproof is the wiring?
All outdoor wiring is rated and buried to code for year-round exposure to rain and moisture typical of the Pacific Northwest.
How long does outdoor lighting installation take?
Most residential landscape lighting projects take one to two days, depending on the number of fixtures and wiring distance.
Let’s Get Connected
Have an Electrical Project in Mind?
Request a free consultation and a licensed electrician will follow up the same business day — or call now for anything urgent.