Frequently Asked Questions About Our Landscape Lighting Services

Need us to help shed some light on our various services and maintenance programs? The following are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

Why should I invest in landscape lighting for my Ottawa home or business?
Do you guarantee your work?
How long will it take to install my Ottawa outdoor lighting system?
How do you know what fixtures to use on my property?
What does an average Ottawa landscape lighting system cost?
Are outdoor lighting installations expensive to operate?
Is it difficult to maintain an outdoor lighting system?
Will the installation damage my yard?
How is an Ottawa landscape lighting system controlled?

Q. Why should I invest in landscape lighting for my Ottawa home or business?
A. There are many compelling reasons to install an outdoor lighting system on your Ottawa property:

• Financially – Landscape lighting can increase the value of your home immensely.
• Aesthetically – Outdoor lighting can make a small home look stately and a business entrance more inviting.
• Safety – An Ottawa landscape lighting installation is a great deterrent against vandals and burglars. It will also help reduce trips and falls.
• Liveability – A professionally-planned outdoor lighting installation can essentially double your living space by improving the night time accessibility of outdoor spaces.

Q. Do you guarantee your work?
A. All aspects of a Landscape Lighting Ottawa installation are covered by a limited warranty. Review our warranty information for full details on installation and maintenance guarantees. We are also confident that the installation of an outdoor lighting system will help increase the value of your home.

Q. How long will it take to install my Ottawa outdoor lighting system?
A. Timelines are always dependant on the scope of your project. Most systems take between one and three days to properly install and test.

Q. How do you know what fixtures to use on my property?
A. We’re professional landscape lighting designers – that’s our job! Our consultation and planning process is extremely detail-oriented; when you become our customer, your property becomes our canvas. Like any experienced artist, we take pains outlining your design, testing possible lighting techniques and positioning fixtures. Our product offering is second-to-none, and we’re not afraid to think outside the box! Once the dust settles and the flip is switched, your lighting design will include a complementary mix of modern and traditional lighting techniques designed for aesthetics, functionality and safety.

Q. What does an average Ottawa landscape lighting system cost?
A. That’s really dependant on how much you want to spend. Outdoor lighting installations can be intricate or minimalist. In the end, your cost will be dependent on two main factors: the desired effect and quantity of lighting fixtures. A Landscape Lighting Ottawa service representative will work with you to develop a system that suits your tastes and your budgets.

Q. Are outdoor lighting installations expensive to operate?
A. Absolutely not. Our low-voltage landscape lighting systems are extremely efficient. Most systems can be operated for as little as $25 a year.* LED landscape lighting systems are even more affordable. Your outdoor lighting system will also increase the overall value of your home.

Q. Is it difficult to maintain an outdoor lighting system?
A. Not if you count on the seasonal maintenance services from Landscape Lighting Ottawa. From seasonal maintenance to emergency repairs, our technicians are on hand to assist you all year round.

Q. Will the installation damage my yard?
A. Absolutely not. Our installers will take great care to leave your lawn unscathed. If a trench is required to bury any wiring, we will cut a small incision, about 6-8 inches deep, and place the wiring inside. As long as there is normal rainfall, your grass should recover quickly and without any lasting marks.

Q. How is an Ottawa landscape lighting system controlled?
A. A timer, attached to the transformer, will control your system. You can set this timer to your desired on/off time for scheduled lighting. This timer can also be manually overridden with the flip of a switch. Furthermore, timers can be installed inside your home for ease of scheduling.