Landscape Lighting in Houston. Installed, repaired, and built to last.
Custom landscape lighting installation since 2005. Tree uplighting, path lights & architectural lighting. Serving Houston and surrounding areas. Free quote!
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The fixtures we install: AMP Lighting
Every landscape lighting system we put in is built on AMP Lighting, a professional-only outdoor lighting brand sold through contractors, not big-box stores.
Solid cast brass that holds up in Houston
AMP builds its fixtures from heavy cast brass, which does not rust, bend or crack the way aluminum and plastic fixtures do after a few summers of heat, sprinklers and humidity. Brass also weathers to a darker finish that blends into beds and trees. A fixture that stays straight and sealed keeps aiming where it was set, so the yard still looks the way it did the night we finished.
The right fixture for each part of the yard
AMP makes spotlights for trees and walls, path and area lights for walkways and beds, in-grade well lights that sit flush with the ground, deck and step lights, hardscape lights for retaining walls and seat walls, underwater lights for fountains and ponds, and flood lights for wide areas. We pick from that range to fit each spot instead of using one fixture everywhere.
Color and app control with AMP iQ
If you want more than warm white, AMP iQ fixtures can change color and brightness from a phone app. You can set a warm everyday scene, team colors for game night or holiday colors without changing a single bulb. Scenes run on schedules, so the yard turns on at dusk and off when you choose. We set the scenes up with you before we leave.
Transformers, cable and a lifetime fixture warranty
We power the system with AMP low voltage LED transformers sized with room to add lights later, and we run professional-grade cable with connections made for wet ground. AMP backs its fixtures with a lifetime warranty, and because we install and service the same brand on every job, replacement parts and matching fixtures are easy to get when you add to the system.
Low voltage landscape lighting vs line voltage vs solar
Most Houston homeowners end up choosing between three kinds of outdoor lighting. Here is how they compare, and why we build most yards on low voltage.
Low voltage vs line voltage landscape lighting
Line voltage fixtures run on full household power, so every fixture needs conduit, junction boxes and deeper burial. Low voltage fixtures run from a transformer that steps the power down, which means lighter cable, easier changes and far more freedom to move a light later. Line voltage still makes sense for wall-mounted fixtures and some commercial work, and we wire both.
Low voltage vs solar landscape lighting
Solar lights are cheap to buy and need no cable, which is why they show up everywhere. They also depend on a small panel and a small battery, and both wear out. A low voltage system draws from your house, so the light is the same on the tenth night of rain as on the first clear one.
Wired vs solar lights in Houston weather
Houston is hard on solar. Oaks and pines throw shade on the panels, storms and long cloudy stretches leave the batteries empty, and humidity gets into cheap housings. A wired system does not care about any of that, and it can be put on a timer or photocell so it comes on when you want it.
Can low voltage landscape lighting shock you?
The cable out in the yard carries much less power than a wall outlet, which is why low voltage is the usual choice around kids, pets and gardens. The transformer is different, because its input side connects to household power and has to be installed and protected properly. That is the part a bad kit install tends to get wrong.
How a landscape lighting system is built
A good system is a handful of simple parts put together carefully. Knowing what each one does makes a quote easier to read.
The transformer is the heart of the system
The transformer takes household power and steps it down for the fixtures. It needs a protected power source, a dry and accessible mounting spot and enough capacity for the lights on it now and the ones you add later. We size it with room to grow, because most owners add a few lights in the second year.
Timers, photocells, dimming and zones
A photocell turns the system on at dusk, and a timer turns it off when you decide. We split larger yards into zones, such as front beds, the driveway and the backyard, so each area can run on its own schedule.
Cable, connections and how far low voltage can run
Low voltage cable can cover a big yard, but long runs lose brightness toward the end if the layout is careless. A good design uses more than one run, a heavier cable where needed and connectors made for wet ground. Most dead sections we repair trace back to a poor connection, not a bad fixture.
LED fixtures and color temperature
LED fixtures last far longer than older bulbs and use much less power, so they suit a system you want to forget about. For a house and trees in Houston we usually lean toward a warm white that flatters brick, stone and greenery. A cold, bluish light looks harsh at night, and we would rather show you a sample than guess. An older system can often be converted to LED fixtures or lamps without tearing out the yard.
Landscape lighting design: tree uplighting, pathway lighting and accents
Good design is mostly about restraint. We light the things worth seeing and leave the rest dark.
Tree uplighting for tall pines and oaks
Tree uplighting works best when each tree gets the right fixture for its size and shape. A tall pine needs a narrow beam that climbs the trunk, while a wide oak may need a couple of fixtures to reach into the canopy.
Pathway lighting spacing and glare
Path lights should pool light on the walkway, not shine into the eyes of someone walking toward the house. Spacing is a design choice, with lights staggered so there are no dark gaps and no runway effect down the walk. Shields and fixture height do most of the glare control.
Moonlighting, wash and accent lighting
Moonlighting places a fixture high in a tree and aims down, so the ground gets soft, dappled shadows like moonlight through leaves. Wall washing spreads even light across a surface, and accent lighting picks out a single feature such as a column, a planter or a front door.
Step lights, patio, pergola and pool area lighting
Patio and pergola lighting should be soft enough to talk under and bright enough to see a plate. Near a pool or spa, every fixture and connection has to be rated and wired for wet locations, which is where having an electrician do the work matters most.
Landscape lighting repair, service and LED upgrades
Landscape lighting repair is a big part of our calls. Most failures are simple once someone traces them properly.
Dim, dead or flickering landscape lights
Dim lights near the end of a run usually point to voltage drop from a long or overloaded cable. Flickering often comes from a corroded connection or a fixture taking on water. We test the transformer output and the cable before replacing anything, so you do not pay for parts that were fine.
Buried cable cut by a shovel or aerator
Low voltage cable is shallow, and shovels, edgers and aerators find it eventually. A cut leaves everything past that point dark, and the break can be anywhere along a run. We trace the line, make a proper waterproof repair and reroute the cable if it keeps getting hit.
Transformer and timer problems
When a whole system goes dark at once, the cause is usually at the transformer, a tripped breaker, a failed timer or a photocell covered in dirt or a new coat of paint. Timers also lose their settings after a power flicker, which is why lights come on at strange hours after a storm. These are quick fixes when someone checks the right things first.
Landscape lighting cost, design visits and DIY vs pro
People want to know what to expect before they book. This is how it goes with us.
What drives landscape lighting cost
The cost depends on the number of fixtures, the type and quality of those fixtures, how far the cable has to run and what is in the way. Hardscape, rock beds and tree roots slow down trenching, and a pergola, pool or wall lighting adds scope. We give a written estimate after the visit, because a number quoted over the phone is a guess.
What a landscape lighting design visit involves
We walk the property with you, ideally near dusk, and talk about what you want to see and what you want to hide. We check where power is available, where the transformer can go and which trees and walls are worth lighting. After that you get a written estimate that spells out the scope.
DIY vs professional landscape lighting
A small kit of path lights is a reasonable weekend project for a handy owner. Where it goes wrong is the power side, cable that is too light, poor connections, and a layout that looks like a runway. If a new outlet or circuit is needed, or you want trees, walls and a patio done well, hire an electrician.
Planning landscape lighting for a Houston yard
A few planning questions come up on almost every design visit. Here is how we think about them.
How many fixtures does a yard need?
There is no set number. A small front yard may only need a handful of fixtures on the trees, the walk and the face of the house. A large lot with a back patio, pool and long drive needs more. We count what deserves light rather than filling space. The best results come from a few fixtures placed well, with layers of light at different heights, instead of a row of path lights along every bed.
Landscape lighting for security as well as looks
Lighting the house, the walk and the dark corners makes a home harder to approach unseen and easier to walk through at night. Landscape lighting does this with soft, aimed light rather than the harsh glare of a single flood light. Many homeowners pair it with a few security lights on motion sensors near the doors and driveway. We can plan both together so the house looks good and the dark spots are covered.
Storms, sprinklers and Houston flooding
Houston yards take heavy rain, standing water and daily sprinklers. Low voltage systems are designed to sit in wet ground, and AMP brass fixtures shrug off water and humidity. What fails is usually the connections and the transformer. We use sealed connections, mount the transformer above where water collects and keep it on a protected outdoor outlet. After a big storm, a quick look at aim and connections keeps the system working right.
Adjusting the system as the yard grows
A yard changes every season. Trees fill out, shrubs grow over path lights and a new bed or patio goes in. Fixtures that were aimed well on day one can end up lighting leaves instead of the trunk. Because low voltage systems are flexible, fixtures can be moved, re-aimed or added later. We size the transformer with room to grow so a new patio or tree can be lit without starting over.
Customized Lighting for Every Outdoor Space
Tree Uplighting
Showcase the natural beauty of your trees with dramatic, upward-facing lights that create depth, shadow, and nighttime elegance.
Path Lights
Safely guide family and guests with well-lit walkways and driveways. Our path lights add both function and charm to your landscaping.
Architectural House Lighting
Highlight your home’s exterior with subtle, strategic lighting. Boost curb appeal while enhancing security and visibility.
Outdoor Lighting That Adds Beauty, Security & Value
Bring your outdoor spaces to life with custom landscape lighting solutions.
Wired Electrical and Generators, we specialize in designing and installing high-quality landscape lighting systems that enhance the beauty, safety, and functionality of your outdoor spaces—day and night. Whether for your home or business, our team delivers expert solutions that transform ordinary exteriors into stunning, illuminated landscapes.
We proudly serve Houston and surrounding areas with top-tier outdoor lighting installation services, tailored to your property’s unique layout and style.
Browse Our Landscape Lighting Projects
A few of the landscape lighting systems we have installed around Houston: uplighting that brings out trees and stone, path lights along walkways, and lighting that shows off the front of the home after dark. Every one is built on AMP Lighting fixtures and a low voltage transformer sized for the yard.
Landscape lighting near me: install, repair and design
Looking for a landscape lighting company or landscape lighting installers near me? Wired is an electrician first, so the wire, the transformer and the connections are done right. Landscape lighting that is installed well lasts for years and makes the house look like it cost more.
Landscape lighting installation
We lay out the lights, run the wire and set the transformer and controls. A design that suits the house, not a kit.
Low voltage landscape lighting
Low voltage systems run off a transformer, so the cable in the yard is safe to touch. LED fixtures keep running costs low.
Pathway lighting
Walkways and driveways, lit so people can see their feet without glare.
Tree uplighting
Light from below picks out trunks and canopy. Moonlighting from above makes soft shadows on the ground.
Pool lighting and patio lighting installation
Patio, pergola and steps, plus pool and spa lighting wired to code for wet locations.
Landscape lighting repair
Dead sections, buried cable cut by a shovel, failed transformers, timers that lost the time. We repair other companies' systems as well.
Landscape lighting cost
Every house is different, so we do not post a number that would be wrong for yours. A free visit gets you a written estimate. We quote after we see the yard.
Ask us anything. These come up most.
How much does landscape lighting cost?
It depends on the size of the yard, the number of lights and the fixtures, so we quote after a free visit.
Do you repair landscape lighting?
Yes. We repair and service low voltage landscape lighting, including systems we did not install.
Are there landscape lighting installers near me?
Yes. Wired is based in Tomball and installs landscape lighting across the Houston area.
What brand of landscape lighting do you install?
We install AMP Lighting, a professional contractor brand with solid cast brass fixtures, low voltage LED transformers and optional AMP iQ color and app control. AMP backs its fixtures with a lifetime warranty.
Does low voltage landscape lighting use a lot of electricity?
No. LED landscape lighting uses little power compared with most things in your house, and a timer or photocell keeps it off when you do not need it.
Can you dim low voltage landscape lighting?
Yes. Dimming depends on the transformer, controls and fixtures, so it is best planned at design time. Zones let you dim the front, driveway and backyard separately.
How far can you run low voltage landscape lighting cable?
Quite far, but brightness drops along a long run if the cable is too light or too many fixtures share it. A good layout splits the yard into several runs to keep the last light as bright as the first.
Can I splice or extend landscape lighting wire myself?
You can, but the splice is the most common place for a system to fail. A connector not made for wet ground corrodes, and the lights beyond it go dim or dark.
Do I need a permit for landscape lighting?
Low voltage fixtures often do not, but the power feeding the transformer can. A new outlet or circuit usually does, and we pull those permits ourselves.
Will installing landscape lighting tear up my lawn?
No. Low voltage cable is buried in a narrow, shallow slit or run through beds, so the lawn closes back up quickly. We work around plants and irrigation lines and keep the mess small.
Will my landscape lights work in heavy rain?
Yes. Low voltage systems are built for wet ground and rain. AMP brass fixtures and sealed connections are made for it, and the transformer goes on a protected outdoor outlet.
Can I add more landscape lights later?
Yes. Fixtures can be added or moved later, and we size the transformer with room for growth so a new tree, bed or patio can join the system.
Does landscape lighting help with home security?
It helps. Lighting the walk, the entries and the dark sides of the house removes hiding spots. Many homeowners add motion security lights near doors and the driveway too.
From first call to finished job.
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