Outdoor Lighting Packages & Pricing Guide
Transparent, design-first pricing for lighting that fits your home & lifestyle
Photo: A recent Light Your Nights project featuring a custom architectural lighting design that highlights this home’s dramatic façade, arches, and rooflines. Precision brass fixtures and balanced illumination create depth, warmth, and a welcoming nighttime presence that blends elegance with security.
What Does Professional Outdoor Lighting Cost?
Most homeowners love the idea of great lighting—but few know what it really costs
A handful of big-box retailers’ cheap fixtures can make things visible. Thoughtful design, on the other hand, makes your home shine. At Light Your Nights, every system starts with design. That’s what determines how your home feels at night, how long it lasts, and what it costs. We don’t sell “kits.” We craft systems that make homes look intentional, elegant, and effortlessly balanced after dark.
How We Price Projects
Outdoor lighting isn’t a commodity—it’s craftsmanship. Your price depends on:
Design complexity: The number of zones, fixture types, and lighting effects required to achieve balance, depth, and cohesion.
Property scale: A compact garden or front façade requires less time and material than a multi-zone estate with layered illumination.
Fixture quality: Premium solid-brass or aluminum professional-grade LED fixtures offer unmatched durability, longevity, and performance.
Control system: Each system includes a transformer and integrated Astro Timer for dusk-to-dawn automation—no manual switches or guesswork.
Installation environment: Wire runs, transformer placement, and soil conditions affect labor and materials.
(Two identical homes rarely need the same lighting plan—design always determines price.)
Typical Project Ranges
Every package includes:
Custom lighting design and on-site consultation with an AOLP-certified designer.
Professional installation by trained lighting technicians.
Premium solid-brass/aluminum professional-grade LED fixtures.
Transformer and built-in Astro Timer for automatic dusk/dawn operation.
One year of complimentary Annual Maintenance Program coverage.
(Pricing reflects average residential projects in the Lake Norman & Charlotte area.)
Foundation Package — starting around $2,500–$4,000
A solid introduction to professional outdoor lighting.
Pathway and entry lighting to improve visibility, curb appeal, and security.
Up to 10–12 premium fixtures.
Transformer with Astro Timer for automatic control.
Includes full design, installation, and spring tune-up.
Signature Package — typically $4,000–$8,000
Our most popular option.
Architectural uplighting and landscape accents that highlight textures and structure.
Balanced lighting composition for beauty, safety, and usability.
Ideal for front and backyard coverage.
Includes all design, installation, and one-year maintenance.
Estate Package — starting $10,000+
A fully customized, whole-property lighting system.
Layered lighting for architecture, landscape, and outdoor living spaces.
Multi-zone design with multiple transformers and Astro Timers.
Optional smart controls or integrated outdoor audio.
Perfect for large properties, waterfront homes, or full redesigns.
What’s Included in Every Package
Custom Design Consultation: Your lighting plan begins with an in-depth walkthrough by our AOLP-certified designer, focused on proportion, color temperature, and architecture.
Professional Installation: Expert technicians ensure fixtures are precisely positioned, wired, and calibrated for balance and performance.
Premium Fixtures: Solid-brass or aluminum professional-grade LEDs—built for longevity, color accuracy, and resistance to weather.
Transformer with Integrated Astro Timer: Automatic dusk/dawn scheduling keeps your lights on when they should be and off when they shouldn’t.
Fine-Tuned Aiming & Beam Calibration: Every fixture is adjusted and tested at night to ensure perfect composition.
Annual Maintenance Program: Complimentary for the first year (details below).
Your Annual Maintenance Program
Ongoing care for lighting that stays beautiful and works as expected—year after year. Every new system includes one year of complimentary maintenance. It’s a no-hassle way to protect your investment and keep your system performing flawlessly.
What’s Included
Two professional service visits each year:
Spring Maintenance Visit: A full system check-up and tune-up to prepare your lighting for peak season.
One On-Demand Service Call: Use this visit anytime during the year for adjustments, troubleshooting, or quick repairs.
Every maintenance visit is a full system tune-up that includes:
Fixtures: Inspect, clean, and re-aim all fixtures to ensure proper beam spread, angle, and brightness—maintaining the design integrity of your system.
Plant Management: Trim back any shrubs or foliage blocking fixtures so light placement remains consistent and effective.
Wiring & Connections: Check, secure, and test all wiring, transformers, and connections to prevent voltage drops or interruptions.
Cable Restoration: Re-bury any exposed wires to maintain a clean, invisible installation.
Lamp Replacement: Replace any failed LED bulbs covered under warranty—at no charge—to preserve consistent color and brightness across your system.
Additional Benefits
10% Discount on All Labor: Applies to repairs, replacements, or system upgrades—keeping your maintenance affordable.
Priority Scheduling: Maintenance clients receive faster service appointments during peak demand and pre-event tune-ups.
10% Off System Upgrades: Expand your system or add new lighting zones anytime with reduced labor rates.
After the First Year
Your first year is included at no cost. Before it ends, we’ll send a renewal invoice—no forms or contracts required. Want to renew? Just pay the invoice. Prefer not to? You’ll still have access to service at standard rates.
Optional Add-Ons
Enhancement |
Description |
|---|---|
| Smart Control Upgrades | Upgrade from the included Astro Timer to app-based Lutron Caseta or integrated home automation for total control. |
| Outdoor Audio Integration | Add high-performance outdoor audio seamlessly paired with your lighting layout. |
| Seasonal Enhancements | Temporary event or holiday lighting solutions without altering your main system. |
Why Homeowners Choose Light Your Nights
Because the difference shows. Our designs combine artistry, engineering, and enduring materials. No glare. No harsh shadows. No gimmicks. Just clean, balanced light that brings your home’s architecture to life after dark.
