Question 1

What’s the difference between UFO (round) high bays and linear high bays for warehouse lighting?

Accepted Answer

UFO high-bay fixtures are compact, round LEDs that pour a tight beam straight down from very high ceilings. Linear high bays are long, strip-style luminaires that throw a wider, rectangular pattern along aisles and shelving. Pick UFOs for open floors; choose linears for even coverage between racks.

UFO high bays are small, circular discs that hang from a single hook. Their lens produces a tight, symmetrical pattern (about 60-120°) that pushes light straight down from ceilings 20-60 feet high. They are perfect for open floor space, bulk storage, or any zone where you want the fewest fixtures, and their sealed housing resists dust and moisture.

Linear high bays look like the fluorescent strips they replace. Long 2- to 8-foot bodies hold rows of LEDs that spread light both downward and along the aisle. That rectangular beam fills the faces of racking, reduces shadows, and cuts glare for forklift drivers. Mounting heights of 15-40 feet and sensor-ready channels make them a favorite above pick lines and workstations.

Choosing the right style depends on ceiling height, aisle direction, and foot-candle targets. UFO units cost less per fixture and need fewer mounting points, while linears offer better uniformity and vertical illumination. Both LED options slash energy use up to 70% compared with metal-halide and qualify for common rebate programs.

Need help? Our commercial outdoor lighting Atlanta specialists handle LED outdoor lighting conversion Atlanta projects inside and out. We design photometric layouts, secure available utility rebates, install, and maintain every fixture—giving you bright, code-compliant warehouse lighting without the hassle.

Question 2

What can I do if my lights aren&#8217;t working?

Accepted Answer

Start with a few simple checks. Make sure your timer is set correctly and that no breakers have tripped. Look for any fixtures that may have been knocked out of position by landscaping, weather, or foot traffic. If the issue persists after those basic steps, give us a call and we will schedule a maintenance visit to diagnose and fix the problem.

Before calling for service, there are a few things you can check on your own:

Confirm your timer is plugged in, powered on, and set to the correct schedule.
If your area recently had a storm or power outage, the timer clock may need to be reset.
Check your breaker panel to make sure nothing has tripped, and take a quick look at the fixtures themselves to see if any have been shifted by yard work, mulching, or heavy rain.

If everything looks normal and your lights still are not performing the way they should, contact our team at (470) 870-0606 to submit a maintenance request. Most residential service calls are completed within two to seven business days, and often sooner. For commercial properties with parking lot, garage, or security lighting concerns, we can prioritize based on safety needs.

Lights Over Atlanta provides ongoing maintenance plans for systems we design and install, so your lighting stays consistent and any issues are resolved quickly.

Question 3

Is the wiring for my outdoor lighting hidden?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For every permanent accent and landscape lighting system installed by Lights Over Atlanta, wiring is concealed beneath mulch, sod, gravel, mortar joints, gutters, or hardscape so your finished system looks like it has always been part of the property. Christmas lighting cords are managed cleanly during install, but because the display is temporary, those runs are part of the system rather than buried.

Clean installation is a primary part of how we work. When our crews install a low-voltage landscape lighting system, we trench, bury, and weather-seal every run of cable so there are no visible wires running across your beds, lawn, or hardscape. On stone, brick, or masonry surfaces, we route wiring through inconspicuous conduit or hide it in mortar joints, and we patch behind every fixture so nothing distracts from the architecture.

For Christmas lighting, the cords are part of the system because the display is temporary, but our installers carefully manage every run with proper clips, hidden tucks behind gutters and trim, and clean transitions to power so the finished display looks polished rather than tangled.

The end result for either system is lighting that feels intentional from a distance and holds up to close inspection.

If you have ever seen a property where extension cords snake across the lawn or wires hang from a façade, that is exactly what our process is built to avoid. If you have questions about how we would route wiring on a specific area of your property, give us a call at (470) 870-0606 and our designers can walk you through it during your consultation.

Question 4

Can you design a full exterior lighting plan for a commercial property?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Lights Over Atlanta’s certified designers create turnkey commercial exterior lighting plans—covering a detailed site walk, custom LED layout, code-compliant installation, and proactive maintenance—to enhance safety, brand visibility, and energy savings for office parks, restaurants, retail storefronts, and more across metro Atlanta.

Commercial outdoor lighting Atlanta businesses trust begins with a thoughtful plan. During your free consultation one of our certified designers walks the site at dusk, listens to your security and branding goals, and notes every façade, sign, parking bay, and walkway. Next we draft a layered lighting layout that balances function and wow: low-glare LED wall packs secure entrances, color-changing RGB soffit lights align with marketing campaigns, and permanent string lights Atlanta diners love soften patios and courtyards.

You receive a clear proposal, photometrics, and a budget-minded phasing option if you’d prefer to roll the project out over time. Once approved, our licensed, insured crew handles outdoor lighting installation that Atlanta code requires—running low-voltage wiring in schedule-40 conduit, mounting solid-brass fixtures, and aiming beams so trees, monuments, and signage pop without light trespass.

Every system includes surge protection, smart timers, and an LED outdoor lighting conversion that property managers appreciate for up to 80% energy savings.

Your relationship doesn’t end at the switch-on. We offer outdoor lighting maintenance plans with annual check-ups, on-call repairs, and lifetime fixture warranties, so burnt-out lamps and dark corners never hurt curb appeal. From a single boutique to a multi-building campus, Lights Over Atlanta delivers a seamless, white-glove path to a safer, brighter, revenue-boosting exterior.

Question 5

I paid my 50% deposit, when can I expect my install?

Accepted Answer

After your 50% deposit is paid, lights are typically installed within 2 weeks, but it may take longer during times of high demand. Contact us to discuss timing for your install.

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