Call 844-335-0814 and our service desk will connect you with an independent local electrician for outdoor lighting at homes and businesses around Sacramento.
Outdoor lights people add most often
- Motion sensor security lights for driveways and side yards
- Path and step lights along walkways
- Landscape lighting for trees, gardens and the front of the house
- Patio, pergola and string light circuits
- Porch and entry lights with timers or photocells
- Lighting for detached garages, sheds and gates
Line voltage or low voltage lighting
Outdoor systems are usually either line voltage, which runs at standard household voltage and suits security and porch lights, or low voltage, which uses a transformer and suits landscape and path lights. Low voltage systems are easier to adjust later, while line voltage fixtures give stronger light where security matters most.
The electrician will recommend which type suits each area and where to place switches, timers or smart controls.
How outdoor lighting gets installed
- Call 844-335-0814 and describe the areas you want lit.
- We connect you with an independent electrician who installs outdoor lighting.
- The electrician plans fixture locations, wiring routes and controls with you.
- Wiring is run in rated cable or conduit, with weatherproof boxes and covers.
- Fixtures are installed, aimed and tested after dark where possible.
Choosing fixtures for Sacramento weather
Long, hot summers are hard on plastic housings and cheap seals, so fixtures rated for wet locations with durable metal or composite housings tend to last longer. Warm color temperatures give a softer look on homes and gardens, while brighter, cooler light suits security areas.
Shielded fixtures that aim light downward reduce glare for you and your neighbors.
Planning lights around the yard you have
Before the electrician arrives, walk your property after dark and note where you trip, where the camera cannot see and which features you want to show off. That simple walk gives a clearer plan than choosing fixtures from a catalog.
Think about sprinkler coverage, tree roots, future landscaping and where you might add a patio or spa. Placing conduit or a junction box now for future lighting is far cheaper than trenching twice.
Ask the electrician to label the outdoor lighting circuits and timers in your panel so they are easy to find later.
Questions about Outdoor Lighting Installation
Can outdoor lights run on a timer or my phone?
Yes. Photocells, timers and smart switches or controllers can all be added, depending on the system.
Do outdoor outlets need special protection?
Outdoor outlets generally need GFCI protection and weatherproof covers that stay closed while something is plugged in.