{"id":5436,"date":"2023-04-07T22:17:48","date_gmt":"2023-04-07T22:17:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.houstonlightscapes.com\/?p=5436"},"modified":"2023-04-07T22:17:48","modified_gmt":"2023-04-07T22:17:48","slug":"installing-outdoor-lighting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/houstonlightscapes.com\/resources\/installing-outdoor-lighting\/","title":{"rendered":"How Outdoor Lighting Installation Works"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best investments you can make in your home is installing outdoor lighting. Not only do outdoor lights increase the security of your property, especially around entryways, pathways, stairs, and pools, but they can also be used to highlight architectural or garden features that you love. The right lighting can truly transform your home, increasing curb appeal and creating a welcoming atmosphere for all your visitors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Installing lighting in your landscape and outdoor living areas on your own can be daunting. You need the right tools and know-how, including avoiding existing cable and irrigation lines, digging trenches, connecting wires, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s where <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/houstonlightscapes.com\/resources\/about-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Houston Lightscapes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> comes in. We have decades of experience working with customers to design and professionally install lighting systems on their property, no matter how big or small. Want to know more about how the installation process works? Keep reading for all the details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin with a Design<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s always a good idea to plan out what you want before actually tackling installation. Some questions you might want to consider include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do you want to use your outdoor living areas?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there any architectural or landscape features you want to highlight?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you noticed any dark areas that need more light?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you interested in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/houstonlightscapes.com\/resources\/moonlight-outdoor-lighting-what-to-know-about-moonlighting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">moonlighting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/houstonlightscapes.com\/resources\/now-offering-haven-lighting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Haven Lighting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to add some magic and personality to the outside of your home?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have a vision for your home, it\u2019s time to schedule a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/houstonlightscapes.com\/resources\/free-demo\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">free consultation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with our lighting design experts. Our team will walk your property with you, listen to your needs and desires, and then provide you with a customized plan that will balance functionality with beauty, taking into account all the unique features of your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Happens During the Installation Process?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our lighting experts follow landscape lighting best practices to ensure your outdoor lighting installation is safe, efficient, and unobtrusive. Once you\u2019re happy with your customized plan, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/houstonlightscapes.com\/resources\/residential-lighting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">installation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> follows a simple process. We:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Schedule a time to install your residential lighting design.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choose a quality transformer. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based on the number of lights you want, our team chooses a transformer that will support that size system.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Assemble the fixtures. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We use only low-voltage, long-lasting LED lights and high-quality, custom-made fixtures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Connect the lights. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using long, uninterrupted \u201chome run\u201d wires from the transformer to the fixture connection, we also ensure watertight wiring connections to prevent corrosion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bury the wires. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We bury our wires 8-10 inches in the ground for safety and discretion. Our precision digging process causes minimal disruption to your landscape and home. After we push the wire into the ground, we \u201cstitch\u201d it back up for a seamless appearance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Return for a nighttime demo. <\/b><span>Once everything is installed, we make sure to come back at night so you can see your new lighting system in action. We are happy to make any adjustments you want and will not leave until you are completely satisfied.<\/span><b><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get Started Today!<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know how the installation process works, give us a call at <a href=\"tel:713-461-3600\">713-461-3600<\/a> to schedule your free consultation with our designers. From start to finish, the team at \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/houstonlightscapes.com\/resources\/\">Houston Lightscapes<\/a> is with you every step of the way. In fact, we even help you with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/houstonlightscapes.com\/resources\/maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so you never have to worry. We can\u2019t wait to help make your outdoor space serene, beautiful, and functional for years to come.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the best investments you can make in your home is installing outdoor lighting. Not only do outdoor lights increase the security of your property, especially around entryways, pathways, stairs, and pools, but they can also be used to highlight architectural or garden features that you love. 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