Question 1

Can you install outdoor wall lights that are battery operated with a remote control, or do you only work with hardwired fixtures?

Accepted Answer

Lights Over Atlanta specializes in professionally hard-wired, low-voltage LED systems—not standalone battery sconces. Our fixtures tie into a weather-proof transformer so they shine every night and can be controlled by remote or timer.

At Lights Over Atlanta, every project is built around a permanent, low-voltage LED infrastructure. Because battery-operated wall lights simply can’t deliver that level of brightness, reliability, or integration, we do not install them. Instead, we give you the easy control you’re looking for in smarter ways:

Hand-held RF remotes let you dim, change colors, or switch zones on demand.
Timers can turn your landscape lighting on and off automatically.

This approach keeps wiring invisible while giving you fingertip control—no climbing ladders to replace dead batteries and no dark corners when the power fades.

If you already have aging fixtures, our LED outdoor lighting conversion team can upgrade them to the same hard-wired, remote-ready standard. The result is a worry-free system backed with our outdoor lighting maintenance plans. Partner with the top outdoor lighting company in Atlanta and enjoy remote convenience without sacrificing performance or curb-appeal brilliance.

Question 2

Do you offer smart controls or app-based systems so we can adjust schedules, dimming levels, and colors for our outdoor lighting from our phones?

Accepted Answer

We don’t use phone-connected control systems for our outdoor lighting, but we do provide smart-style convenience with programmable timers and easy-to-use remote controls for scheduling, dimming, and color changes.

We don’t tie your outdoor lighting into a phone-based or connected control system. Instead, we focus on giving you the same kind of flexibility and convenience through reliable, purpose-built controls: programmable timers and dedicated remotes. This approach keeps things simple, consistent, and easy for every member of the household or team to use.

Our timers let you automate your lighting schedule so the system turns on and off exactly when you want. You can set evening and overnight schedules, match your lights to typical usage patterns, and avoid the hassle of manually switching things on every night. Once it’s set, your lighting quietly runs in the background, keeping your property beautifully illuminated and energy-conscious.

For systems that support dimming or color-changing, we add intuitive remote controls. With the push of a button, you can brighten or soften the lighting, switch between warm and cool looks, or select different colors and scenes for holidays and special occasions. There’s no need for passwords, software updates, or worrying about who has access—just a straightforward, dedicated control that always works the same way.

If you’d like flexible control with timers and remotes tailored to your property, we’d be happy to design a custom outdoor lighting solution for you. Schedule a complimentary quote today or explore our color-changing light solutions to see how effortless outdoor brilliance can be.

Question 3

How do I use my remote for color changing lights?

Accepted Answer

Your color changing lights come with a handheld remote that lets you select colors, adjust brightness, and switch between static and dynamic lighting modes. Most settings take effect instantly with the press of a button. For a full walkthrough with step-by-step visuals, visit our color remote guide linked below.

The remote included with your color changing light system gives you full control over how your lights look on any given night. You can choose from a range of solid colors, cycle through preset color patterns, adjust brightness levels, and set your lights to fade or transition between colors automatically.

A few tips to get the most out of your remote. Make sure you have a clear line of sight to the receiver when pressing buttons, as obstructions can reduce signal range. If your lights are not responding, check that the batteries in the remote are fresh. For systems with multiple zones, each zone may respond to its own channel, so confirm you are on the correct one before adjusting.

For a complete guide with visuals and a walkthrough video, visit our color remote instruction page. If you are still having trouble after reviewing the guide, our customer care team is happy to help.

Question 4

How do professional outdoor lighting designers determine fixture placement?

Accepted Answer

Our designers decide where to place landscape lighting by walking your property and studying the views from the street, your windows and where you sit outside. Then we map the focal points and paths worth lighting and layer safety, accent and ambient light. Each fixture gets a suitable beam spread and is aimed to keep glare out of people's eyes.

We usually schedule an on-site visit after a brief phone call. On that walk-through, you and our designer talk about what you’d like to see after dark and how you use each space. We note the sight-lines from the street, the house and your outdoor seating, since a light that looks right from the driveway could still glare into a bedroom window.

Next, we map focal points such as a gable, a water feature or the front walk, and layer light around them. Uplights accent the architecture, path lighting guides footsteps, and downlights high in a tree cast moonlit shadow patterns across the lawn. Our lighting design approach ties those layers into one scene, with enough contrast to give the yard depth. We also hide the hardware and aim each fixture to limit glare.

The size of your yard changes the plan. Our designers usually keep a small courtyard to a few low, soft fixtures, while a larger property takes more fixtures and more varied beams and angles. On any yard, we match the beam to the subject: a wide-angle wash for a long facade and a narrow beam for a column or slender trunk. On a long walkway, we plan the path-light spacing to lead guests to the door.

We design and install each of these layers, from architectural and path lighting to garden, tree and water-feature lighting, as part of our residential and commercial outdoor lighting solutions. Our guide on how to design outdoor lighting covers the wider planning choices. When you’re ready, contact us to talk about your project and get your free quote.

Question 5

How do you decide how many light fixtures we need?

Accepted Answer

Lights Over Atlanta decides fixture count through an on-site design consultation. Our certified designers walk your property, note architecture, plantings, paths, and dark spots, then apply Gestalt design principles and LED lumen output to layer light where it matters. The result: only the fixtures needed for beauty, safety, and budget.

We never guess at fixture counts. During your free consultation, a certified designer studies how you use the space and considers key features.

We map entryways, trees, pathways, and gathering zones, then measure beam spreads and lumen needs for each area. Next we apply our Gestalt-inspired design principles—proximity, symmetry, and continuity—to decide ideal spacing.

For example, path lights are set 8–10 feet apart so pools of light overlap, while accent uplights are positioned at different angles to sculpt the façade. Because we use lifetime-warrantied LED brass fixtures that throw more usable light, we often achieve complete coverage with fewer units than older halogen systems.

Your budget also matters. After modeling the layout, we price packages that show how many fixtures each option includes and what effect you’ll see.

Question 6

How does outdoor security lighting help protect my property?

Accepted Answer

Professionally designed outdoor security lighting floods dark corners, startles intruders, and guides family and guests safely to doors. Layered, energy-efficient LEDs from Atlanta’s leading outdoor lighting company make your home easy to monitor on camera, lower liability risks, and boost curb appeal—all without you lifting a finger.

Darkness invites trouble. A strategic outdoor security lighting plan flips the script.

Deterrence: Bright, even light wipes out shadows thieves hide in.

Surveillance: Cameras love light. Properly aimed soffit or wall packs give lenses the contrast they need for crisp nighttime video, helping police and insurance adjusters.

Safety: Illuminated paths, stairs, and pool decks cut trip-and-fall claims and let kids play longer. Hardscape step lights (400-700 lumens) reveal every tread without glare.

Comfort: Returning late feels safer when entrances glow with warm LEDs. Guests find the keyhole fast, and late-shift employees walk to cars with confidence.

Efficiency: Modern LED fixtures use up to 80% less power than old halogen lamps while lasting years longer. Pair them with timers to keep bills low.

Curb appeal: Uplights on architecture and landscape lighting Atlanta GA properties showcase façades and specimen trees, proving security can still be beautiful.

Invest in well-planned light today and enjoy peace of mind, lower liability, and a property that shines every night.

Question 7

How long do professional-grade outdoor LED bulbs actually last?

Accepted Answer

Professional-grade outdoor LED bulbs typically last 50,000 to 100,000 hours, which translates to 15 to 25 years or more of nightly use in a residential lighting system. That kind of longevity is one of the biggest reasons LEDs have replaced halogen and incandescent fixtures for serious outdoor lighting.

LED lifespan is one of the biggest jumps in lighting technology in the last two decades, and it is a major reason Atlanta property owners are converting away from halogen and incandescent systems.

Professional-grade outdoor LED bulbs are rated for 50,000 to 100,000 hours of use. To put that in context, if your landscape lighting runs from dusk to dawn every night across the entire year, you are looking at roughly 4,000 hours of use per year. That math puts most LED bulbs at a realistic lifespan of 15 to 25 years before they need replacement, sometimes longer.

Compare that to halogen, which often burns out in one or two seasons, or incandescent, which fares even worse outdoors. The longer service life of LED is one of the reasons total cost of ownership is so much lower over time, even though the upfront bulb cost is higher. You replace bulbs less often, climb fewer ladders, and pay less for energy along the way.

A few real-world factors can shorten that lifespan, including poor-quality bulbs, undersized transformers, exposure to standing water, or fixtures that trap heat. That is why we install only commercial-grade LED bulbs and weather-rated fixtures and transformers.

If you want to see the difference in person, give us a call at (470) 870-0606 or request a free consultation and we will walk you through the fixtures and bulbs we install.

Question 8

How much does outdoor lighting repair cost in Atlanta?

Accepted Answer

Outdoor lighting repair costs in Atlanta depend on the problem, system condition, parts, labor, and access. Lights Over Atlanta diagnoses and repairs residential and commercial lighting systems, including those installed by other companies. An assessment helps identify the work needed and prepare a system-specific estimate.

Repair costs start with understanding what is causing the problem. A dark fixture or a section of lights that will not turn on may involve fixtures, connections, wiring, a transformer, or timer and control settings. The age and condition of the components, replacement-part availability, access, and how much of the system is affected all influence the work required. Jobs requiring high-voltage expertise may have different pricing.

For a residential landscape lighting system, repair may be practical when the issue is isolated, and the remaining components are serviceable. Work may involve addressing a damaged fixture, a wiring or connection problem, a failing transformer, or a timer or control issue. Our team can assess the system and prepare a quote based on the proposed work.

Lights Over Atlanta also offers one-off diagnostic and repair services for lighting systems installed by other companies. Having a third-party system does not automatically mean you need a complete replacement. Repair or replacement recommendations depend on the system’s condition, the problems found, and the availability of suitable components. Replacement may be worth considering when failures recur, components are difficult to replace, or extensive work is needed.

Request an Outdoor Lighting Repair Estimate. Tell us which lights are affected, what symptoms you are seeing, and what you know about the existing system so we can discuss the next steps.

Question 9

How much energy savings can we expect if we convert an older halogen or incandescent system to LED exterior lighting?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Lights Over Atlanta now designs every new residential, commercial and holiday project with high-efficiency LED fixtures. Converting a legacy halogen or incandescent setup to our LED exterior lighting typically trims energy use by 50–80%.

Every system we install today is powered by professional-grade LEDs—no more hot, short-lived halogen or energy-hungry incandescent lights. We use LEDs because they cut power consumption by 50–80% and stay bright for 25,000+ hours.

Beyond efficiency, LEDs open design freedom: tunable color-changing uplights, low-glare path lights and slim accents that were impossible with big halogen lamps. Because LEDs run cool, lenses stay clear and ants aren’t attracted to the heat, so maintenance calls plummet.

Plus our fixtures are can be covered under our optional maintenance program for total peace of mind.

Ready to lighten your load? Schedule a free assessment today.

Question 10

How often should we schedule outdoor lighting maintenance like fixture cleaning, angle adjustments, and lens cleaning to keep everything looking its best?

Accepted Answer

Most homes need outdoor lighting maintenance once a year, and some need it twice. Commercial properties need it once or twice a year. Our maintenance plans include a yearly cleaning and aiming visit.

How often to maintain outdoor lighting systems depends mostly on the property. Homes with fast-growing plantings, mature trees or well lights that catch falling leaves often need a second yearly visit, and we can add one when yours does. For a commercial property, we’ll talk through whether one visit a year or two fits the property best.

During a maintenance visit, we:

Clean fixtures and lenses, clearing the pollen, dirt and hard-water spots that dim the light.
Re-aim fixtures as plants grow, so the light still lands where it was designed to.
Check seals and connections. A dried-out seal lets water into a fixture, and connections can loosen as they heat and cool.
Replace failed lamps so no part of the design sits dark.

Between visits, let us know if a light goes out, a lens fogs with moisture or a storm knocks a fixture loose, and we’ll set up a visit to fix it.

When you’re ready to schedule outdoor lighting maintenance, tell us about your home or commercial property. We’ll quote a maintenance plan built around a yearly cleaning and aiming visit, with a schedule that fits your property.

Question 11

If a spot doesn’t currently have power, how do you install a light fixture without existing wiring, and is that something you handle from start to finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If the spot you want to light has no power, we bring power to it. We run buried low-voltage cable to it from a transformer connected to your home's power. From design through outdoor lighting installation and ongoing maintenance, one team handles the whole job.

The spots that look best lit at night are often far from an outlet, like a garden bed at the back of the yard or a tree beside the driveway. Installing an outdoor light without existing wiring in one of those spots comes down to getting power there, and our lighting designers plan for it as part of your lighting design.

For path, garden and tree lights, the usual route is low-voltage landscape lighting. A transformer steps your home’s 120-volt current down to about 12 volts. We run direct-burial cable or hidden wires from it to each fixture, so a light can sit wherever it looks best, even far from the house.

Before we trench, we call 811 so underground utility lines are marked. We bury the cable at least six inches deep in lawns. On the house, our team can often tuck wiring along trim, gutters and other architectural features so it stays out of sight.

Once your lights are in, we’re still the team you call to diagnose, repair and maintain them, and our maintenance plans include a yearly cleaning and aiming visit.

Tell us where you’d like light, and we’ll find the best way to power it. Contact us today for a free quote.

Question 12

If another company installed our outdoor lights, can Lights Over Atlanta take over maintenance and make repairs?

Accepted Answer

We offer diagnostic and repair services for residential and commercial lighting systems, including systems installed by other companies. Before recommending repair or replacement, we visit your property to assess the system’s condition, the availability of suitable parts, and the work needed.

What the Diagnostic Covers

Our technician evaluates your full lighting system for functionality and safety, even if you’ve noticed a problem in only one area. We assess whether the system is salvageable and identify what repairs are necessary to restore it to working order.

Minor Repairs and the Repair-or-Replacement Decision

Where possible, our technician may perform minor repairs during the diagnostic if time permits. Minor work completed during the diagnostic may address only part of the system’s repair needs. The assessment considers the full scope of the work needed before we recommend a way forward.

Our recommendation also depends on the condition of the system and the availability of suitable parts. Repair may be an option when the existing system is salvageable and the necessary work can be carried out safely. Replacement may be the better approach if the damage is severe or if the system is unsafe.

On a system another company installed, our diagnostic checks:

Wiring: cable damage and loose or corroded connections, common reasons lights flicker, dim or stop working.
Circuit loading: whether a transformer or circuit carries more fixtures than it was sized for, which can dim lights or shut them off.
Fixtures: the condition of each fixture and lamp, and whether they suit the system’s voltage.
Installation methods: how the cable was run and whether connections are protected from moisture.
Lighting design: whether fixture placement and aim still suit the property.

See our landscape lighting repair page for more information.

Discuss Your Existing Lighting With Us

Contact us to discuss your outdoor lighting and the problems you’ve noticed. You can describe whether the issue affects one area or the whole system, when you first noticed it, and anything you know about the installation or previous repairs. Call us today at (470) 870-0606.

Question 13

Is low voltage lighting safe for children and pets?

Accepted Answer

Low-voltage landscape lighting is a safe choice for yards where children and pets play, especially when it's professionally installed. The fixtures run on 12 volts instead of the high-voltage 120 volts in your home's outlets. That dramatically lowers shock, burn, and trip hazards, so children, pets, and landscaping can explore the yard worry-free.

Low-voltage landscape lighting uses a transformer to step your home’s 120-volt current down to about 12 volts before it reaches the fixtures. At that level, a toddler who grabs a path light or a dog that noses a spotlight is much less likely to get a harmful shock. Lower voltage reduces the risk without removing it, so installation matters too.

Here’s how we install with that in mind:

We call 811 before trenching, so the utilities can mark their buried lines and we can dig around them.
We bury direct-burial cable at least six inches deep in lawns. That keeps it away from mower blades and edgers, and makes it harder for curious pets to reach.
Our transformers connect to GFCI-protected household power. If current leaks from that 120-volt circuit, the GFCI shuts it off in a fraction of a second.
We usually keep fixtures low and along the edges of beds and walkways, leaving the open lawn clear for play with less to trip over.

Then there’s heat. Halogen bulbs, common in older systems, can get hot to the touch, while LED fixtures run much cooler. If your outdoor lighting still uses halogen, converting it to LED keeps fixtures cooler around little hands and paws and gives you up to 3-5x longer fixture life.

Our maintenance plans include a yearly cleaning and aiming visit that keeps fixtures pointed where they belong.

We’d be glad to design a system around how your family uses the yard. Contact us today to discuss your lighting needs and get a free quote.

Question 14

I’m used to 100-watt incandescent bulbs—how many lumens will your LED landscape lights provide so I can picture how bright my yard will be?

Accepted Answer

A 100-watt incandescent throws about 1,600 lumens. Our LED landscape fixtures achieve that brightness with only 15–20 watts—or we layer several 400-800-lumen accent lights aimed at trees, walls and paths. You’ll see the same or better illumination across your yard while using roughly 80 % less energy.

Lights Over Atlanta designs every system around lumens, not watts, so you know exactly how bright each area will feel. A traditional incadecent 100-watt bulb gives off about 1,600 lumens; our LED accent fixtures reach the same brightness with only 15-20 watts, saving roughly 80 % on electricity. Depending on the effect you want, we blend several fixture types:

Path and garden lights: 100-300 lumens for a gentle glow that guides guests without glare.
Architectural uplights: 400-800 lumens each, positioned to highlight stone façades or majestic oaks.
Security lights: 900-1,300 lumens to wash wide driveways, play areas, or pool decks.

Because LEDs are directional, a 500-lumen spotlight aimed at a column can look brighter than an unfocused 1,600-lumen bulb, so you gain punchy illumination without light pollution.

Already have outdated halogen fixtures? Our LED outdoor lighting conversion service swaps them for LED fixtures that match or exceed your current brightness while cutting heat and maintenance. The end result is a landscape lighting system that turns on automatically every night, showcases your home’s architecture, and keeps pathways safe—all while costing just a few dollars a year to run.

Question 15

Should I repair or replace my existing outdoor lighting system?

Accepted Answer

We recommend a repair, an LED retrofit, or a complete system replacement based on what our diagnostic finds. A repair is the best option when one part has failed and the rest of the system is in good condition. An LED retrofit is a good choice when an old system is still running inefficient halogen lamps. Replacement makes more sense when fixtures and wiring are failing across the property or problems return after each repair.

Whether to repair or replace your outdoor lighting system comes down to how much of it is still in good working order and what your lighting goals are. Here’s what usually points us toward each option.

Repair: Dim spots, flicker or a section that stopped working often trace back to loose connections, a cut wire, a blown lamp or a timer setting. When the rest of the system is in good condition, we can usually repair the problem and keep what already works.

LED retrofit: If your older lights run halogen or other incandescent lamps, we can convert them to an LED system that uses up to 80% less electricity than incandescent bulbs.

Replacement: Widespread corroded connections, worn or broken fixtures across the property and repairs that no longer hold are signs it’s time to replace. We then design and install a new system around how you use the property.

During the diagnostic, our technician evaluates your full lighting system for functionality and safety, identifies repair needs and assesses whether the system is salvageable. We also perform minor repairs within the allotted time where possible. Larger repair needs depend on the results of the diagnostic evaluation.

For residential properties, that could mean repairing or restoring a landscape lighting system or converting outdated halogen fixtures to LED.

For commercial properties, it could mean repairing parking lot lighting, converting old warehouse, hallway, or garage fixtures to LED or addressing lighting problems across the property.

If you’re unsure whether your current system is worth saving, tell us what you’re seeing, and we’ll help you work out the next step. Contact us today and tell us about your lighting needs.

Question 16

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 lights still aren’t working, contact us for diagnostics and repairs. We’ll assess the problem and discuss suitable options based on the system’s condition, parts availability, and the work needed.

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.

IIf your lights still aren’t working after these checks, contact us about your system and the symptoms you’re seeing. We offer diagnostic and repair services for residential and commercial lighting, including systems installed by other companies.

During a diagnostic, our technician inspects your full lighting system for functionality and safety. They identify any issues that need repair and determine whether the system is salvageable. Where possible, they may also perform minor repairs during the inspection.

Repair options depend on the system’s condition, availability of suitable parts, and the work required. We’ll explain the proposed work and discuss whether a targeted repair, an upgrade, or replacement is appropriate.

We also offer ongoing maintenance plans for systems we design and install. Contact us today if you need help.

Question 17

What does the typical project timeline look like from initial consultation to installation?

Accepted Answer

Our landscape lighting installation process starts with a phone call. If you want to move forward, we usually schedule an on-site visit during that call. After the visit, we prepare a proposal. Once you approve it, we schedule the work, install and aim your lighting, and hand the finished system over to you.

1. Phone Call and On-Site Visit. Your project begins with a phone call about your home and what you’d like to light, and we usually book the on-site visit before we hang up. Seeing the property in person lets us design around its architecture, landscaping and the way you use it after dark.

2. Proposal. We turn what we saw and heard at the visit into a proposal for the lighting we recommend.

3. Scheduling and Prep. Once you approve the proposal and pay the deposit, we add your installation to our schedule. Most installations start within two weeks of signing. Before we dig, we call 811 to have underground utilities located, and our master electricians pull the required permits.

4. Installation Day. Our crew sets the fixtures, lays any direct-burial cable at least six inches deep, and puts your system on a timer. Larger or more complex projects usually take longer, and you’ll find typical timeframes in how long landscape lighting installation takes. Before our crew leaves, we check every angle, beam spread, and dark corner.

5. Hand-Off and Maintenance. We send you instructions for your system, so you can adjust the timer anytime. Plants grow and fixtures get bumped, so our maintenance plans include a yearly cleaning and aiming visit to bring your lights back in line with the design.

Contact us today to start that first conversation and get your free quote.

Question 18

What is an LED lighting conversion and why should I consider it?

Accepted Answer

An LED lighting conversion replaces your outdated halogen or incandescent landscape fixtures with modern, low-voltage LEDs. The upgrade slashes energy use by up to 80 percent, lengthens bulb life to decades, cuts maintenance calls, and delivers brighter, cleaner light—saving you money while making your Atlanta property look spectacular every night.

Upgrading to LEDs is more than a bulb swap; Lights Over Atlanta—the Atlanta outdoor lighting company trusted for luxury homes and businesses—reviews your transformer, wiring, and fixtures, then retrofits or replaces each with high-output LED luminaires rated for 50,000+ hours.

LEDs use less electricity, often cutting a 300-watt halogen system down to about 60 watts, so you enjoy dramatic landscape lighting neighbors admire without a spike in the power bill. Cool-running diodes and sealed housings mean no more burnt bulbs, ants, or surprise dark spots—just years of dependable glow and lower maintenance costs.

An LED outdoor lighting conversion also lifts curb appeal. LEDs give clean, consistent color—or vibrant color-changing scenes—so paths, trees, and architectural details look as good at night as they do by day.

For our color-changing bulbs, we also include a remote to dim for dinner or switch to holiday colors in seconds.

The savings are real. Up to 80 percent less energy, bulbs that can last two decades, and Lights Over Atlanta’s lifetime fixture warranty create a fast ROI. Add our annual lighting maintenance program and you’ll never climb a ladder again. Flexible financing lets you convert now and let the savings pay the note. Safer, greener, easier—LED makes your property shine.

Question 19

What is permanent outdoor lighting and how is it different from seasonal lighting?

Accepted Answer

Permanent outdoor lighting is a hard-wired, weather-proof LED system that is installed once along your roofline and stays in place year-round to highlight your property’s architecture, landscape, and safety zones. Seasonal lighting is Christmas lighting that goes up for the holidays and comes down afterward. We install both for homes and businesses, and our seasonal service includes takedown and storage.

At Lights Over Atlanta, permanent outdoor lighting means permanent roofline lighting, the kind many people call permanent Christmas lights. We install roofline, strip and pixel lighting, and the roofline and strip lights run from an app. Because the lights stay up, they’re ready for Christmas or an ordinary weeknight, and annual ladder work is behind you.

For seasonal lighting, we design and install a custom Christmas display. Earliest installation begins in October, and our calendar fills from there, so signing up in September or earlier gets you an earlier install date. We maintain your display through the season, then take it down in January and store it for you at no extra fee.

When you’re choosing between permanent and seasonal lighting, the main question is how much of the year you want your roofline lit. Permanent lights suit you if you want the house lit in either warm white light or a variety of colors for events well beyond December. Seasonal lights suit you if you want them only for the holidays and like a clear, unlit roofline the rest of the year.

Our guide to permanent vs. seasonal Christmas lights goes deeper on cost over time, ladder safety and everyday use. When you’re ready, get your free quote, and we’ll help you find the best fit for your property.

Question 20

What should I do if I have a problem and how long do repairs take?

Accepted Answer

Give Lights Over Atlanta a call at {{phone}} if you have a problem with your outdoor lighting system. We offer diagnostics and repairs for residential and commercial lighting, including systems installed by other companies. We assess the work needed and discuss suitable options and current service availability. Repairs can often be done in two to ten business days.

Contact us as soon as you notice an issue with your lighting system, whether it is a dim bulb, a misaligned fixture, or a timer that is not behaving.

Common requests include a single bulb that has dimmed or gone out, a fixture that has shifted out of alignment after a storm or lawn work, a photocell that is not triggering correctly, or a section of the system that has stopped responding.

Most maintenance requests are completed within two to ten business days, though that window can stretch during peak seasons or after major weather events when call volume is high. We will give you a realistic timeline when we open the ticket so you are not left wondering.

If another company installed your current system, we are happy to evaluate it for both functionality and safety. Our staff can often repair minor issues. If the problem is severe, we can assess whether the system is still salvageable or propose a redesign or replacement.

To start a service request, call (470) 870-0606 today.

Question 21

Why does my outdoor lighting system need regular maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Your outdoor lighting sits in the weather all year. Dirt and pollen film over lenses and dim the light, storms and growing roots push fixtures out of aim, and lawn equipment can damage wiring. Regular maintenance lets us catch that wear early and keep your system bright and working.

In and around Metro Atlanta, outdoor lighting maintenance is important because the weather and the yard work are hard on fixtures. Rain splashes red clay onto low fixtures, and oak pollen coats lenses every spring. Summer downpours soak the ground and loosen fixture stakes, and lawn crews bump path lights as they mow and trim. That wear builds slowly, so a yard can look dim and uneven long before a light goes out.

A yearly checkup takes care of that wear. We clean each lens so the light comes through clearly and re-aim anything that has shifted until the beam lands where the design intended. We also check the transformer, timer and connections. Most homes need maintenance once a year and some need it twice. Commercial properties need it once or twice a year.

A checkup also turns up small problems before they spread. A trimmer can nick cable where it surfaces near a light fixture, and a fixture seal can dry out and let water in. Once moisture reaches bare copper, corrosion can creep along the wire under the insulation and dim the lights farther down that run. Caught before moisture gets that far, a nicked wire or failing seal is usually a small repair.

Our maintenance plans include a yearly cleaning and aiming visit. Tell us what you’re noticing, and we’ll help you work out how often your property needs us.

Question 22

Why should I hire a dedicated lighting specialist instead of a general electrician or handyman?

Accepted Answer

A lighting specialist adds design, low-voltage system know-how, and ongoing maintenance. Electricians handle higher line-voltage wiring and code work well, and a handyman can install a fixture. When you're comparing a landscape lighting specialist vs electrician or handyman, the choice often comes down to how much planning and long-term care you want. Our team designs, installs and maintains landscape lighting.

Electricians and handymen both do good work within their focus. You’d call an electrician for new circuits, outlets, or a panel upgrade, and a handyman can take on a smaller fixture job. A lighting specialist adds the planning before installation and the care after it.

Lighting design starts with fixture placement: which trees, stone walls, architectural features, and paths to light, and from what angle. Careful aiming keeps glare away from windows, seating areas, and guests while they walk. Layering ties uplights, path lights and softer fill together so the yard reads as one scene.

In a low-voltage landscape lighting system, a transformer steps standard 120-volt power down to about 12 volts. Voltage drops along each cable run, so fixtures far from the transformer can glow dimmer than the rest. That’s why planning wire gauge, run length, and layout keeps the light evenly bright throughout your property.

Landscapes keep changing after installation. Plants grow into beams and debris settles on lenses, so fixtures need cleaning and re-aiming to hold the original design. Our maintenance plans include a yearly cleaning and aiming visit for exactly that.

Lighting is our dedicated field. We design, install, diagnose, repair and maintain outdoor accent and landscape lighting, including architectural, path, tree and garden lighting. Our team is licensed and insured. We have more than 10 years of service behind us, and we offer an industry-leading warranty.

Tell us about your property and how you’d like to use it after dark, and our team will help you plan the next step. Contact us today for a free quote.

Question 23

Will LED lighting be brighter or harsher than my current lights?

Accepted Answer

Not at all—we use LED fixtures that can be dialed to the same or softer glow than your current bulbs. Our designers match color temperature, wattage and beam spread so you enjoy crisp, comfortable light without the harsh glare.

When LED outdoor lights feel too bright or harsh, the color, output or aim is usually wrong for the space. Our lighting designers set all three for each part of your property, so new LEDs can match your current lights or go softer, with more light only where you want it.

1. Color temperature – Most residential jobs use warm 2,700–3,000 K lamps that mimic incandescent glow. Cooler 4,000 K options are reserved for driveways or security lighting. See our warm-vs-cool LED guide to learn more.

2. Lumen output – With LED landscape lights, wattage won’t tell you whether a fixture will look too bright, so we choose the precise lumens for each tree, façade or path. Our color-changing fixtures come with a handheld remote that lets you raise the light for parties or soften it for quiet evenings.

3. Optics and shielding – Precision beam angles, glare guards and shrouds aim light onto focal points, not into eyes or windows, eliminating the stadium effect common with bare floods.

Because LEDs emit almost no infrared heat, they feel gentler than halogen bulbs even when they equal or exceed your current light levels. You also enjoy up to 80 % energy savings and an industry-leading warranty on every fixture.

Need an upgrade? Our hassle-free LED outdoor lighting conversion or a brand-new outdoor lighting installation will give you brighter, welcoming nights minus the harsh glare and high bills.

Question 24

Will LED lighting reduce maintenance in a high-ceiling warehouse compared to traditional lighting?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As an Atlanta outdoor lighting company that retrofits commercial sites with LED, we see maintenance in high-ceiling warehouses drop by up to 75%. Solid-state LEDs run 50,000-100,000 hours, resist vibration, and keep output consistent, so you climb lifts far less often than with metal-halide or fluorescent fixtures.

LED outdoor lighting conversion Atlanta experts at Lights Over Atlanta apply the same long-life, low-maintenance technology when we upgrade interior high-bay fixtures for warehouses. Traditional metal-halide or T5 fluorescent lamps last about 12,000–20,000 hours; our industrial-grade LEDs are rated 50,000–100,000 hours. At a typical 12-hour workday that means one ladder-or-lift change every 11–22 years instead of every 3.

Fewer lamp changes slash labor, lift rentals, and production downtime—often cutting maintenance budgets by 70-80%. Because LEDs run on solid-state drivers, you also eliminate separate ballast replacements, another common failure point in legacy fixtures. Light levels stay steady, so you avoid dark-spot service calls that happen when metal-halide bulbs drop to 50 percent output before they finally burn out.

As an Atlanta outdoor lighting company and licensed electrical contractor, Lights Over Atlanta can design, supply, and install high-bay LED retrofits, then back them with our comprehensive commercial maintenance program. Most clients move from quarterly bulb service to a quick annual cleaning and warranty check, freeing staff for more critical tasks. Add 50–70%t energy savings and available utility rebates, and the payback for switching to LED is usually under three years—even faster in tall, hard-to-reach spaces.

Let us help you light the ceiling once and forget about it for the next decade.

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