When your outdoor lighting stops working, it can be frustrating trying to figure out what the problem is. If you’re not an experienced electrician, it’s best to leave outdoor lighting repair to the professionals. They will be able to quickly diagnose the problem and get your outdoor lights working again in no time. Why Are …
Landscape lights are the perfect way to take a yard to the next level. They illuminate your path, preventing people from tripping or stepping into the lawn. Though landscape lights look great, you may run into a problem: tilting. Ready to learn how to keep landscape lights from tilting? To keep your landscape lights from …
We have been receiving numerous inquiries regarding installation of the Light Fixer accessory with previously installed low voltage landscape light fixtures. The question most asked is “does the fixture need to be disconnected or unwired to install the Light Fixer accessory?”. The simple answer is, YES! The fixture does need to be disconnected to install …
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In construction, a solid, stable building requires a proper foundation. Similarly, a durable and appealing landscape lighting installation begins with the right ground stake. Nearly all pro-grade landscape light manufacturers now include a ground stake with the purchase of a light fixture. Unfortunately, most of these ground stakes are woefully inadequate. The small, cheap stakes …
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When installing path light fixtures along a walk or pathway, pick only one side in which to install the fixtures. You want to avoid the dreaded “airport runway look”. Limit the number of path light fixtures so as to create “pockets of light” along the walk or path. This will create a more desirable …
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To insure reliable landscape lighting operation, yearly transformer maintenance is a must. Follow these steps: Pull the transformer plug. Check that the GFCI receptacle “trips” and “resets” correctly. Check to make sure the weatherproof cover is NOT damaged and is correctly installed. Clean out debris and insects from inside the transformer. Tip: place an ant …
When you’ve had landscape lighting fixtures installed, enhancing your patio and planting beds, it is especially beautiful in the evenings with illumination of your walk ways and trees. Of course, you want to keep it looking fantastic. The following tips can keep your landscape lighting looking beautiful or help make older lighting “pop” again: Clean …
With spring and its warmer temperatures, now is the time to think about doing a bit of maintenance on your landscape lighting. Winter, with its ice and snow, can wreak havoc on your lighting fixtures. Five things to do to assure that your lighting is ready to enjoy in the upcoming summer months: Check for …