Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ page is designed to answer the most common questions homeowners, event planners, and property managers search for when considering professional outdoor lighting and event lighting services. If you don’t see your question answered here, feel free to contact AVL Outdoor Lighting & Design for personalized guidance.
Outdoor Lighting FAQs
Low-voltage outdoor lighting uses a transformer to reduce standard line voltage electricity (120V) down to a safer, more energy-efficient level—typically 12V-24V. It’s the most common choice for professional landscape lighting because it’s safe, durable, customizable, and ideal for illuminating outdoor living spaces, gardens, pathways, and architectural features.
Yes. Professionally installed low-voltage lighting systems outperform DIY solar lights in brightness, reliability, lifespan, and design flexibility. Solar lights depend on sunlight exposure and often fail after a short period, while professional systems provide consistent illumination, higher-quality fixtures, and long-term value. Compare DIY solar lights to professional outdoor lighting.
Outdoor lighting costs vary based on property size, fixture quantity and style, design complexity, and installation requirements. Most professional systems range from a few thousand dollars for smaller projects to larger investments for expansive properties. These smaller installations can be completed in one to two days, depending on the scope of the project. Larger properties or complex designs require additional time.
While every project is tailored to your specific goals and budget, AVL Outdoor Lighting strives for transparency so we have provided the following table of approximate cost and installation time according to different system sizes. After your consultation, we will provide you with a detailed design proposal and clear estimate outlining exactly what your project will entail.
| System Size | Approximate # of Fixtures | Days for Installation | Project Scope & System Characteristics | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 5 - 10 | 1 - 2 |
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$2,500 - $5,000 |
| Medium | 11 - 20 | 3 - 5 |
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$5,001 - $10,000 |
| Large | 21 - 50 | 1 week or more |
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$10,001 - $25,000 |
| Extra Large | 51+ | Several Weeks |
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$25,001+ |
Standard light fixtures* include basic landscape lighting fixtures such as pathway lights and directional lighting installed in soil. Standard fixtures come in common, traditional styles and customization options are limited.
Speciality light fixtures** include architectural and hardscape lighting fixtures that are mounted to a construction material such as wood, concrete/cement, stone, brick, siding, etc. Speciality fixtures are also used for highly ornamental installations such as decorative shadowing or illuminating water features and art installations. Due to their functionality, these fixtures have advanced capabilities and customization options.
Yes. Professionally designed landscape lighting improves curb appeal, enhances safety, and extends usable outdoor living space—factors that can positively influence property value and buyer perception. Read the"Remodeling Impact Report: Outdoor Features” by the National Association of Realtorsto learn more.
Modern LED outdoor lighting is extremely energy efficient. LED fixtures use significantly less electricity than traditional bulbs and can last 25,000–50,000 hours or more, reducing maintenance and operating costs.
Absolutely. Outdoor lighting systems can include timers, photocells, smart controls, and appbased automation. Our systems can also be easily tied into pre-existing home automation systems such as Lutron.These features allow lights to turn on at dusk, off at dawn, or be controlled remotely for convenience and energy efficiency.
Yes. When professionally installed, low-voltage lighting is safe for landscaping, trees, and root systems. AVL Outdoor Lighting carefully plans wire routing and fixture placement to protect plants and ensure long-term performance. We take extra steps to ensure little to no impact to existing landscapes.
Common outdoor lighting zones include:
- Walkways and driveways
- Patios and decks
- Gardens and landscape beds
- Trees and architectural features
- Outdoor kitchens and seating areas
- Steps, slopes, and entrances
A professional lighting design ensures balanced illumination without glare or over-lighting.
Minimal maintenance is required. LED fixtures are long-lasting, but occasional adjustments, cleaning, or transformer checks may be recommended. AVL Outdoor Lighting offers maintenance and system check services to keep your lighting performing at its best.
Event Lighting FAQs
AVL Outdoor Lighting provides professional indoor and outdoor event lighting for weddings, corporate events, private parties, galas, holiday events, festivals, and celebrations of all sizes. Read more about event lighting options.
Event lighting services typically include design consultation, fixture selection, non-invasive installation, on-site adjustments, and post-event removal without leaving a trace. Lighting may include string lights, uplighting, pathway lighting, color wash wall lighting, dance floor lighting, tent lighting, accent lighting and select lighting installations such as archways, trellises, and photo walls. Our event lights feature custom color selection, music-sync, and remote-controlled operation.
We recommend booking event lighting as early as possible—especially for weddings and peak seasons. Ideally, lighting should be planned alongside your event layout to ensure optimal results.
Yes. Event lighting can be fully customized using color, intensity, placement, and fixture style to match your event theme, brand identity, or desired atmosphere.
Yes. Professional event lighting fixtures are designed for outdoor use and can safely operate in various weather conditions. AVL Outdoor Lighting ensures proper installation and safety precautions for every event.
Yes. While AVL Outdoor Lighting specializes in outdoor and architectural lighting, we also provide indoor event lighting solutions for celebrations of all sizes.
General Lighting Questions
AVL Outdoor Lighting focuses on professional design, high-quality fixtures, expert installation, and long-term performance. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions—every lighting system is customized to enhance the space and achieve your specific goals.
We are known for exceptional customer service treating every project as a long-term partnership with the property owner. Clients can expect transparent communication and respect for their vision. Read from our customer why we have earned a 5-star Google rating.
Yes. Every project begins with a free lighting design consultation to understand your property, event needs, aesthetic preferences, and functional requirements. We follow-up each consultation with detailed design proposals and transparent estimates that outline exactly how many and what kind of fixtures will be needed, where fixtures will be installed, what materials will be necessary for installation, and how much labor will be required.
Yes. Our systems are designed to allow additional fixtures or zones to be added later as your needs evolve.
Yes. AVL Outdoor Lighting works with homeowners, businesses, event planners, venues, HOAs, and property managers. We also collaborate with landscapers, hardscapers, construction companies, and other contractors to design and install low voltage lighting systems for new builds.
Getting started is easy. Contact AVL Outdoor Lighting to schedule a free consultation, and we’ll guide you through design, installation, and ongoing support to bring your vision to life
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