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It seems that everyone can “do” outdoor lighting these days. Materials can be acquired, cables run, and connections made. And, voilà! you’ve got landscape lighting, right? Well, okay, strictly speaking you do. But you definitely don’t have good outdoor lighting. Believe it or not, there is an art to good outdoor lighting design. You can’t just grab 10 fixtures and …
This is one of the most popular questions we get from our customers. Most home and property owners are usually eager to ensure that their transformers are being optimally utilized, but also have room for potential expansion in the future. First and foremost, when making use of low voltage lights you require a transformer that will convert your standard line voltage, usually 120V or …
One of the greatest blessings of being in the outdoor lighting field is that we make people’s homes safer. Visually appealing as well, but safety is more important. And knowing that our customers can rest a little easier because their home is approachable to their guests but less inviting to criminals is a good feeling for us. We make their homes safer by …
What does a landscape lighting design include? You may be interested in a lighting design, but aren’t sure all that is encompassed in a lighting design from Southern Lights. Southern Lights Landscape Lighting is the only AOLP (Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals) certified installer in the Triad. Being AOLP certified means that we have the highest level of certification around, but …
Deciding which landscape lighting fixtures you need is incredibly important. It can determine the atmosphere and functionality of your system. Check out these fixtures and their quick summaries. It may help you decide what might work best for your landscape. Spotlights: Landscape lights placed at ground level with the lights aiming upward to highlight focal points in the landscape, such …
Has Your Original Outdoor Lighting Company Gone Out of Business or Been Sold? Protecting your lighting investment is important. That’s why it is so important to find a local outdoor lighting designer and contractor that is stable and has been in business for at least 10 years or more. Remember that warranty that came with your purchase of a new …
Outdoor Lighting Repair vs. Replacement: 3 Things to Consider It seems like just yesterday you spent all that time and money lighting your house just perfectly with landscape lighting. But now you look outside and instead of a spectacular, welcoming well-lit home, your house looks half-lit by a dimwit. Where did the time go and can you salvage this lighting …
So you’ve decided to beautify your home with landscape lighting. The first step is to find a good, reputable company to design and install your system. If you have received multiple quotes before for a project or service at your home, you’re aware how varied proposals can be from one company to the next for the same project. Some proposals …
