Who installs landscape lighting on a commercial property — the electrician or the landscaper?
Low-voltage landscape lighting typically belongs to the landscape contractor, not the electrical sub — the electrician provides the 120V feed, and the landscape contractor runs the low-voltage system from the transformer out. Earthscapes installs LED uplighting, path lighting, and accent systems as part of the landscape scope, coordinating wire runs with irrigation trenching so finished beds are only disturbed once.
Problems We Solve
- 01A commercial property loses its visual identity at sunset — leaving the landscape investment invisible to evening traffic and creating a safety perception problem.
- 02Existing halogen or older systems are running up utility costs and requiring constant lamp replacements — upgrading to LED delivers meaningful operating savings.
- 03The lighting plan is on the landscape drawings but there's no clear answer on who installs it — it falls between the electrical sub and the landscape contractor.
- 04Hospitality or retail properties need ambient and accent lighting that matches the design intent, not a generic one-size-fits-all fixture layout.
Capabilities
LED Uplighting
In-ground and above-grade uplights that illuminate specimen trees, building facades, and architectural features.
Path & Area Lighting
Low bollards and path fixtures that guide pedestrians, define circulation, and provide safety lighting at grade level.
Downlighting & Moonlighting
Fixtures mounted in tree canopy or on structures to cast soft, natural-looking light across planting beds and lawn areas.
Wall Wash & Accent Fixtures
Wall-mounted and ground fixtures that highlight texture, plant material, and signage along building perimeters.
Transformer Sizing & Wiring
Low-voltage transformers sized for the system load with properly gauged cable runs to maintain output at fixture locations.
Timer & Photocell Control
Astronomical timers and dusk-to-dawn photocells for reliable, automatic operation without manual management.
Zone Layout & Control
Systems zoned by area or feature type so individual sections can be adjusted, scheduled, or shut off independently.
Coordination with Irrigation
Wire runs installed in the same trenches as irrigation lateral lines where possible, reducing disruption to finished landscape.
How It Works
Plan Review & Layout
We review the lighting plan from the landscape architect — or develop a zone layout from the site plan if no lighting design exists — and confirm fixture locations and transformer placement.
Trenching & Wire Runs
Low-voltage wire is run in conduit or direct-buried to each fixture location, with junction points protected and wire gauge matched to run length and load.
Fixture Installation
Fixtures are set, aimed, and secured at each location. In-ground fixtures are sealed against Florida's rain and irrigation overspray.
Transformer & Controls Setup
Transformers mounted, circuits connected, and timer/photocell programmed to the project's operating schedule.
Night Walkthrough & Adjustment
We walk the property after dark, adjust fixture aiming and brightness, and confirm the system is operating as designed before turnover.
Industries We Serve
Frequently Asked Questions
Is low-voltage landscape lighting the same as line-voltage electrical?+
How much energy does LED landscape lighting save over older systems?+
Can the system be expanded later as the property grows?+
What happens to landscape lighting during irrigation?+
Do you maintain landscape lighting systems after installation?+
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Share your site plan or landscape drawings and we'll develop a lighting layout and proposal for your property.
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