Reviews

Houston Lightscapes reviews

More than 200 five-star reviews across thirty years of Houston properties. A rating is a number; what follows is what customers actually wrote about the design, the installation and what happened afterwards.

Houston home with the elevation and mature trees lit after dark

What comes up

Outdoor lighting is something you have to see

Which makes reviews useful in a way a star rating is not: they describe what happened before, during and after the project. The same things come up again and again.

The design

  • Michael’s lighting recommendations
  • Working within the customer’s goals
  • Attention to detail
  • The finished nighttime appearance

The installation

  • Professional installation
  • Showing up when promised
  • Clean job sites
  • Communication throughout

Afterwards

  • Repairing older systems
  • Ongoing maintenance
  • Returning for additional lighting
  • Long-term relationships

30+

Years of outdoor lighting experience

200+

Five-star customer reviews

35

Greater Houston communities served

In their words

Customer reviews

31 reviews, published as written, each tagged with the work it describes. Where we know which project a review belongs to, it links through to it.

“Very professional, customer friendly, delivered in the time they committed to, the lights needed no adjustment after installation AND I see no wires! Very pleased with their work and would definitely recommend them.”

Brandi K.
Landscape Lighting Installation

“Great experience from start to finish. The night demo allows you to create the best possible lighting effect that fits your budget and you know exactly what you are getting. We were given a firm price, the work was done on time even though it was raining and we couldn’t be happier with the result. In addition, it was such a pleasure to deal with a company that obviously cares that their customers are completely satisfied and they have an outstanding warranty.”

C.W.
Landscape Lighting Design

“Michael and his crew did a great job lighting my trees, shrubs and the pool area looks so much better now! Wow, what a difference, thanks!”

Chris B.
Pool & Water Feature Lighting

“We met with a lot of companies, but Michael was able to create just what we wanted including a night demo which was VERY helpful. Our full house exterior lighting was done within a day. Lightning makes a huge difference. I highly suggest giving Houston Lightscapes a call.”

Chris T.
Residential Outdoor Lighting

“Houston Lightscapes is a first class company run by Michael and his family. They did the installation of lighting on my house and my two neighbors and our common area. They continue to perform maintenance on the systems as needed. You cannot go wrong with these fine people.”

David A.
Landscape Lighting Maintenance

“Houston Lightscapes did excellent work installing our outdoor lighting. They were very professional and great to work with. They provide an after-dark demo offering their expertise so you can see exactly what your lights will look like. Their service after the sale is amazing! Even a year later they came back to check on an issue I was having and immediately resolved the problem. I highly recommend them, you won’t be disappointed!”

Diane C.
Landscape Lighting Maintenance

“They have been in business here in the Houston area for 20 years. Mike is very professional and takes great pride in what he does. Not only does he enjoy his job, he does it with so much compassion. My backyard looks amazing and yours will too.”

Emily V.
Patio & Outdoor Living Lighting

“Michael and his crew did an amazing job planning and installing our front and backyard lights. It is a pleasure to sit and enjoy our backyard with the amazing ambiance they created with the lights. And we love pulling into our driveway and seeing our house with the beautiful lights they installed. Would recommend them to anyone who wants to enhance the look of their house. Great job overall.”

Evrim E.
Residential Outdoor Lighting

“This is an excellent company. They do great work for a great price. Very attentive to your requests and always puts the customer first. After my installation was completed…I waited until night time to see the completed job. I was very impressed…so much so, that I ordered more lights the next morning! Give them a try you won’t be disappointed. The competition’s prices were astronomical and I was receiving less lights. With these guys I got more lights for half the price. I couldn’t be more pleased!”

Jason R.
Landscape Lighting Installation

“We had a wonderful experience with Houston lightscapes. Not only did they make the front of our home beautiful, we now can play on our backyard basketball court at night. I know I’m biased, but I think my home looks the best in the neighborhood! And we liked it so much we recommended them to my mom. Her home is now beautifully lit in the front and back. It is much safer for her when she arrives home at night plus just looks amazing. I would recommend them to anyone wanting to give their home and yard an added touch.”

Jen T.
Residential Outdoor Lighting

“These guys are very good at what they do and Michael is clearly passionate about his business. They show up when they say they will and take care every issue. I struggled with the Malibu lights from Home Depot for ~30 years. All good immediately after installing but once the problems start it’s never-ending. This is a whole different level of equipment and service. I don’t mess with lights anymore. And it looks pro…cuz it is.”

Jerry P.
Landscape Lighting Installation

“I just moved to a new place in Spring and needed some lights put up in the front and back yard. I called Houston Lightscapes and they came out the same day and gave an estimate. I was so pleased I even asked them to see if they could do it that day. And guess what, they did! They did a fantastic job and I will be recommending them to all my friends and even family!”

John N.
Landscape Lighting Installation

“Actually I wish I could give more than five stars. Day one, within one hour after sundown I received a text message from my next-door neighbor inquiring about the lights. Michael was awesome, thorough and most or all, very transparent. His dad came out the night of installation and even threw in an additional light on a not so well lit corner without even requesting it. We were more than pleased with the level of customer service received and the attention to detail. Kudos!”

K.C.
Landscape Lighting Design

“I was very impressed with quick service and honest opinion of Mike. When I had a problem with my outside lighting in my new home, I called Houston Lightscapes. They came immediately and they fixed it on the spot. I was so happy. I totally recommend this company and I plan to continue my service with them.”

Karen F.
Outdoor Lighting Repair

“Houston Lightscapes impressed me during every step of the process. From their creative, knowledgeable and friendly lighting designers, to price, and lastly to their customer service/follow up. Great experience and our home looks beautiful! 5+ stars!”

Laurel R.
Landscape Lighting Design

“I’m so glad I had Mike Akerman of Houston Lightscapes come to my home and demonstrate his lighting design. Mike took my backyard and turned it into an oasis!! I’ve always wanted to have professional lighting done. I just regret not doing this sooner! When I have friends over, they are very impressed with his design. Thank you Mike for doing such a wonderful job! I would highly recommend Mike to anyone who is looking to have professional landscape lighting done.”

Lauryn V.
Patio & Outdoor Living Lighting

“We spoke to several companies and Houston Lightscapes was by far the most responsive, professional and service-oriented we found. The results are amazing. We love it! Michael, his entire crew, and Nikki are THE BEST! You won’t find this depth of experience and service anywhere else. Thank you Houston Lightscapes!”

Leslie B.
Residential Outdoor Lighting

“Houston Lightscapes was chosen for our outdoor lighting project because of their reputation and capabilities. At 72 total lights installed, not sure if our project was large or small, but the bottomline result was excellent. We interviewed multiple vendors and ultimately chose Houston Lightscapes based on their total-value proposition. Michael Akerman was excellent to work with. His recommendations were right on the money, and the work-crews completed the work neatly and on-time. We highly recommend their services.”

Magnolia, Texas Resident
Landscape Lighting Installation

“Very happy with this business. Michael has been nothing but amazing with customer service. From the initial quote until AFTER installation, we’ve had a very good experience. We needed them to come out AFTER the installation for a few changes and they were quick & helpful. Highly recommend.”

Namrata K.
Landscape Lighting Maintenance

“Houston Lightscapes is a very professional and knowledgeable company. They are about great customer satisfaction and are easy to work with. You will be very satisfied if you choose them for your outdoor lighting needs.”

Nancy M.
Residential Outdoor Lighting

“Houston Lightscapes is a pleasure to work with, very professional, and are excellent with costumer satisfaction. They make the houses look so warm and inviting. Mike is easy to deal with and very knowledgeable. You will not be disappointed. The finished product is fantastic!”

Nancy M.
Residential Outdoor Lighting

“Michael and Darnell were awesome! My wife and I live in Richmond on about 2.5 acres with some very mature live oaks in the front yard and wanted lighting to better see them at night. Darnell gave us a viewing that accentuated the whole house! He really was able to bring out the beauty of our property at night. Excellent, quick install, and extremely professional! Highly recommended.”

Nick D.
Tree Lighting & Moonlighting

“Met with Michael, the owner, and he was very knowledgeable. He worked with me on timing, price and gave me a few good recommendations which at first I was hesitant but he was right! My updated new lights look great. Thank you to Michael and staff for quick, reliable service and a fantastic new look to my backyard.”

Nick R.
Residential Outdoor Lighting

“We just had our house light-scaped with Houston Lightscapes. Michael Akerman and his team did a professional job of designing and executing the job well. The evening demonstration was very helpful and the final product turned out even better than the demo. The process of coming to an agreement on design, service, warranty and price was easy and fair. We like the warranty and after sales service. We checked out their references and pricing. We would recommend them to our friends.”

Nitin D.
Landscape Lighting Design

“Houston Lightscapes is an absolutely fantastic lighting company! Mike and their entire team are consummate professionals. We have used this company twice and highly recommend them to anyone. Their work is incredible and they are honest, fair, and prompt. They follow-up on any job they perform and stand by their work. Rarely have I encountered a company that cares about what they do more than this one!”

Paul M.
Residential Outdoor Lighting

“Trustworthy and kind. Family business. Michael takes customer service seriously. He came out and personally set up a light demo on a hot Houston night so we could see what our home would look like. Also, he beat our previous installer‘s price and took half the time for the new install. I was impressed with his creativity and for using our existing lights for the backyard which also came out beautiful. We are very happy with his service and professionalism. Do the moonlights if you have high trees. Very cool.”

Rob K.
Tree Lighting & Moonlighting

“These guys are great, friendly but totally professional….Michael is great he makes you feel right at home. Whatever I have asked of the crew they have done and left a spotless job site when finished. Most importantly they stand behind their work. To them the customer is always right and I so appreciate that in this day and age. I highly recommend them for your next lighting project.”

Robin K.
Landscape Lighting Installation

“Houston Landscapes was amazing! I worked with Michael who was very knowledgeable and professional. He made the process simple. They will work with your ideas and budget. I highly recommend this company!”

Shaminder B.
Landscape Lighting Design

“I have been a Houston Lightscapes customer for over 5 years with 64 lights in my yard. They have always taken exceptional care of my yard, whether adding new lights, replacing bulbs, or moving lights to accommodate landscape changes. Mike, the owner, is hands-on, energetic, very knowledgeable and always accessible. You only deal with 5 star people and receive 5 star results.”

Susan A.
Landscape Lighting Maintenance

“Extremely transparent and reliable company. Personable employees and respectful of my property. Their level of professionalism is off the charts.”

Todd R.
Landscape Lighting Installation

“Great experience with the Houston Lightscapes folks. They were on time, on schedule, and did a wonderful job with the accent lights. Mike is dependable, efficient and went out of his way to satisfy us. Highly recommended.”

Zahed S.
Architectural & Accent Lighting

The difference

Customers notice the property, not the fixtures

One theme runs through almost every review: the property feels different once the lighting is in. Homes read as welcoming. Backyards feel larger. Architecture that disappeared at sunset is visible again.

Some customers mention that the neighbours noticed too. That is what custom lighting is supposed to do — reveal what was already worth seeing, without the fixtures becoming the subject.

Landscape Lighting Design

Pool terrace, planting and palms lit so the garden reads deeper than the pool edge

Themes

Six things customers keep coming back to

Design advice

Having someone look at the property and say where lighting will actually have an effect — and where it will not.

The finished appearance

Most reviews are about the property, not the fixtures: the house, the backyard, the pool, the trees after dark.

Communication

Responsiveness, clear answers and working directly with Michael rather than through a salesperson.

Professional installation

Crews who arrive as scheduled, work carefully around planting and hardscape, and leave the site clean.

Follow-up

The night-time review and the adjustments afterwards — the part that decides whether the finished lighting looks right.

Long-term service

Customers coming back years later for maintenance, repairs, upgrades or another area of the property.

Repeat work

The strongest review is a customer calling again

Some homeowners call us for one area and come back years later for another: the front of the house first, then the backyard; architecture and planting first, then the pool, patio or trees.

Lighting does not live in a static environment. Trees grow, landscaping changes, pools get added, homes get remodelled and fixtures need service. Long-term customers call us for:

  • New lighting for another area
  • Additional fixtures as planting matures
  • Landscape changes
  • Maintenance visits
  • Repairs
  • LED upgrades
  • New outdoor living spaces

If the existing system has capacity, new areas can usually be connected to it rather than started from scratch.

The other kind of proof

See the projects behind the reviews

Customer feedback is one form of evidence. Finished work is the other.

Backyard pergola with seating, string lights and planting lit for the evening

Residential Lighting Projects

Homes, landscapes, patios, pools and entrances across Greater Houston.

Two-storey building facade washed in colour-changing light after dark

Commercial Lighting Projects

Buildings, entrances, signs, courtyards and outdoor gathering spaces.

Stone elevation, dormers and entrance washed with warm light after dark

Before & After

The same property before the lighting and after — the clearest kind of proof.

Elsewhere

Independent review platforms

Customers have also reviewed us on third-party platforms, where the ratings are kept by the platform rather than by us.

Houzz

Project photos and reviews on the Houston Lightscapes Houzz profile.

Facebook

Recent work, seasonal lighting and customer comments.

Yelp

Independent reviews of design, installation and service calls.

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Questions

Review questions

More than 200 across our review presence. The number matters less than what the reviews describe, which is why the full text is published on this page rather than a rating alone.

Yes. Only verified reviews are published, with the customer’s name or approved attribution kept as it was given.

Yes — customers regularly describe the recommendations, the fixture placement and how the property looks once the design is finished. Landscape Lighting Design

Yes. Installation reviews tend to mention professionalism, care around the property and the crew completing what was planned. Landscape Lighting Installation

Yes. Some relationships run more than a decade, with customers returning as landscaping matures, a pool is added or a system needs service.

Yes, including systems put in by a builder or a previous contractor. Outdoor Lighting Repair

Where the project can be identified, the review links to it. Residential Lighting Projects

Yes, and we appreciate it — reviews are how other Houston homeowners work out what it is like to have us on the property. Contact Us

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Your property, after dark

Every review on this page started the same way: someone walked the property with us and said what they wanted to see at night.