Outdoor Lighting Installation Cost and Pricing Guide
We understand that buying landscape lights is a huge decision. Our goal is to empower you with honest and reliable outdoor lighting cost information to help you budget for your project.
One of the first questions homeowners want to know when they call our company is: How much does an outdoor lighting system cost?
While every project can vary depending on the property size, style, and intended goals of the lighting project, we will break down our general pricing guidelines.
The purchase of a landscape lighting system is similar to the purchase of a vehicle. The price of the vehicle can range depending on the size, features, and upgrades added. While automotive features and upgrades add to the overall price, people choose them because they want to enjoy their car each and every time they sit in it… and not regret the things they passed on. The same principles typically apply to the outdoor lighting process.
You are going to see your lighting system each time you pull up to your home at night and when you look out into your backyard after the sun sets. Picking the right design and system is essential to guarantee the most enjoyment with very little maintenance. Because of this most homeowners pick the design and system that will make them the happiest in the long run.
Unfortunately, some people only focus on the initial price of the landscape lights with the goal of finding the least expensive contractor, and this may mean a sacrifice of low-maintenance, quality, warranty, and beautiful design aesthetics.
Here are common design features and upgrades/add-ons found in the purchase of a landscape lighting system:
- Home lighting to accent the home architecture
- 2nd story lighting and dormer lighting
- Column lighting
- Mailbox and house number lights
- Walkway and pathway lighting
- Tree lighting
- Moonlighting, downlighting, and area lighting
- Path lighting
- Garden and Flower accent lights
- Backyard lighting
- Pergola, Patio, & Lanai lighting
- Step and stair lights
- Deck lights
- Switches and dimmers
- App and wifi based control options
- Multiple control zones
- Custom fixtures
- color-changing RGBW lights
As you can see, there are many options available when it comes to designing and installing a lighting project. When someone receives a quote from our company, we thoroughly examine each option as to educate the homeowner on the option's benefits. We want to identify the option’s overall importance to the success of the project.
How much does an outdoor lighting system cost?
The average price of an outdoor lighting installation is between $3000-$20,000. In comparison a solar light installation of the same size ranges $200-$1600, and a big box store low voltage system not including installation runs $695-$3600.
But over 10 years you spend only $1500 in maintenance on a professional installation, verses $5000 solar lights, and $1200 on a big box system (not including your time spent fixing and maintaining it).
How professional outdoor lighting system costs compare to other outdoor lighting options
Self-Install Solar (DIY)
This is the least expensive option and is usually viewed as a temporary solution. Decent solar lights can run around $25 each. The pros of this installation method is that this is the lowest cost installation, and will take the least amount of time and be able to be installed by just about anyone.
The cons to DIY solar lighting are the lights won’t last very long, usually they need to be replaced every 6 or so months. On days when it is cloudy or rainy, they may not get enough charge and generally aren’t very bright to begin with.
Typically, a solar light system will run you about $250 initially, and if you continued to replace them as they went out over 10 years you could spend as much as $5000. The constant replacement not only is a headache to maintain, but also creates a lot of waste and trash as solar lights are not typically recyclable. A professional system is designed to last 20 years or more and the copper, brass and stainless steel used can all be recycled at the end of the life of the system.
Bright Ideas with Real Results
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“From the very beginning, I knew I wanted to hire a landscape lighting company that specialized in outdoor lighting. Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (OLP) was a perfect fit because outdoor lighting is all they do, and they are certainly experts. From the consultation to the installation, they always arrived on time and communicated well throughout the process. Jason and his team were able to create a custom design plan for my home that worked perfectly to meet my family's goals. Our home now has stunning curb appeal in the evening, and our driveway that used to be very dark can now be safely navigated. I would highly recommend OLP to everyone in Austin, TX.”- Colt McCoy, NFL Quarterback & Former Quarterback at The University of Texas at Austin
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I am impressed with this company. I called to get a quote for outdoor lighting. The technician showed up and emailed me a quote that same day. My husband and I have decided to sell our house, but once we move we'll definitely be giving these guys a call.- Tina B.
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“Flexibility and great follow-up service. Loved the fact that the technicians showed up when scheduled. We are delighted with the lighting. I'm a very satisfied customer and will not hesitate to recommend you. Great job.”- Cathy S.
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Extremely friendly low pressure sales and delivered everything they promised. Yard looks great!! Couldn't be happier. We are so happy that we are actually going to have more lights installed. Highly recommend!- Lacey G.
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Highly recommend Outdoor Lighting Perspectives! The team did a fantastic job! Competitive pricing, show up for appointments as scheduled, return phone calls promptly and DO A GREAT JOB!- Donna C.
how we bring your property to life
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Connect & ConsultSchedule your complimentary lighting design consultation with our local design experts.
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Design and EstimateOur team professionally installs your lights and provides a clear estimate. During the consultation budget and timeline will be discussed but you can learn more through our pricing guide.
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Install and MaintainOur certified technicians will professionally install your lighting system and maintain it for years to come with our Shine365 program.