Why Use Lighting Companies For Landscape Lighting?

Landscape lighting can change the feeling and look of your yard and property. Whether you’re boosting curb appeal or creating a beautiful, functional space for personal use, landscape lighting needs to be strategic and well thought out. This applies not only to the lighting design, but also to the electrical work involved in creating your lighting setup. Sometimes people are tempted to do their own landscape lighting, but this can often result in less-than-optimal aesthetics and can even be dangerous. Working with a professional lighting company for your exterior lighting needs guarantees safe installation and a beautiful, customized lighting design.

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The Benefits Of Working With Lighting Companies For Landscape Lighting

Wiring
It is always best to have wiring installed by professionals. Lighting companies have employees with the talent and experience to safely install wiring. If someone who isn’t trained attempts to install wiring, they risk electrocution or they may increase the risk of fire. Improper wiring can also affect the appearance of your landscape lighting. Landscape wiring can be a very large job, and fixtures can be very far from the transformer, which can reduce the amount of voltage they receive. The electricians who work for lighting companies know how to account for issues such as these and they can make sure your lights all stay bright while maintaining safety standards.

Transformers
If you install a transformer yourself, it will not be as powerful as one installed by a lighting company. Since lighting companies have certified electricians who work for them, they can get, handle, and install better transformers that can conduct the power needed to adequately and beautifully light your yard. Lighting companies will know exactly how much the transformer needs to increase or decrease the voltage.

Durability
Landscape lighting in Alberta has to be more than just beautiful, it also needs to be able to withstand the cold. Local electrical companies are familiar with the effects of the cold on electronics and wiring and know how to add features for safety and functionality throughout the seasons. From intricate details to simple tips, like how LED lights work best in the cold compared to other lighting selections, lighting companies can set you up with long-lasting, winter-proof lighting. By working with professionals, you can be sure that your landscape lighting will function throughout the year, even when the weather is not ideal.

Design
Your landscape lighting can make your space a beautiful area that works functionally and aesthetically. Achieving a strategic and artistic design can be very difficult on your own, but this is the specialty of lighting companies. Lighting companies know all about lighting design and how to customize your space with backyard lighting upgrades.

Cost
Although installing your landscape lighting yourself seems like a money-saving option, it could cost you more in the long run. Your landscape lighting may not look as good or it may not last as long. Lighting companies with certified electricians and lighting specialists know how to properly install all of your lighting and electrical needs and they will ensure that everything is safe, functional, practical, and beautiful. When you work with a lighting company, there is no risk that you will need costly and time-consuming fixes.

Landscape Lighting Installed By A Professional Lighting Company

When you partner with a professional lighting company, you benefit from the electrical experience needed for safe installation as well as the design expertise that will give you a customized lighting layout. When you’re ready to upgrade your outdoor landscaping lighting, contact the professional lighting consultant at Fluorescent Man Lighting And Electrical. Our team of lighting experts will consult with you and work together to create an effective and beautiful lighting design that elevates your space. To schedule a free consultation with a Fluorescent Man Lighting and Electrical lighting contractor, call 1-403-863-8529 or fill out the online contact form.

FAQ

Q: Once my landscape lighting is installed, will Fluorescent Man Lighting and Electrical also perform maintenance?
A: Yes, we offer lighting and electrical maintenance and repair services as well as design and installation.

Q: Is it beneficial to get outdoor motion sensor lights?
A: Yes! Motion sensors will allow you to save enormous amounts of money on your energy bill because they only illuminate when a motion is detected.

Q: How much does a consultation cost?
A: FM Lighting and Electrical offers a free consultation that includes: