A Helpful Guide + Turnkey Professional Installation Options
Installing low voltage garden lighting is one of the most effective ways to enhance your outdoor space while keeping energy usage and electricity bills low. While it’s often marketed as a “DIY-friendly” project, the process can be more time-consuming and complex than expected, especially for homeowners who want clean, permanent results.
Is Low Voltage Garden Lighting Easy to Install?
Technically, yes—but practically, not always. While low voltage lighting systems are safer and more flexible than high-voltage setups, installation can become tricky for a few reasons:
Wiring Challenges – You’ll need to safely route cables underground or through landscaping without damaging plants, irrigation lines, or structures.
Transformer Sizing & Placement – Choosing the right transformer and placing it in a weather-protected, accessible area is critical.
Voltage Drop & Light Balance – Incorrect wiring lengths or light spacing can cause dim lighting or uneven brightness.
Timer & Control Setup – Adding timers, motion sensors, or smart app integrations requires technical know-how.
Fixture Positioning – Getting angles, spacing, and beam spread just right for a balanced nighttime look takes planning.
Code Compliance – Electrical code compliance, even with low voltage, is important for safety and resale value.
So, while DIY is possible, many homeowners find it’s more work than they bargained for—especially if they want a clean, long-lasting result.
Prefer to Skip the Hassle? We’ve Got You Covered.
At LA Pro Electrical, we offer professional low voltage garden lighting installation starting at just $499—and sometimes even less for smaller projects.
Our turnkey packages include everything you need:
💡 LED lighting fixtures
⚡ Low-voltage wiring and transformer
📱 Timer or smart controls
🧰 Full installation by licensed, insured electricians
✅ Code-compliant, weatherproof installation
🧼 Clean finish with zero mess left behind
We design your lighting layout based on your needs, then handle every step—from digging trenches to mounting fixtures and setting up controls.
Custom Outdoor Lighting Plans – Free With Every Project
Want something unique? We also offer custom garden lighting designs, including:
Tree uplighting
Fence and wall lighting
Pathway and step lighting
Patio and pergola ambiance
Smart lighting integrations
We offer free planning assistance, and you can even upload your garden layout, plans, or photos to get a fast, accurate quote.
Everything Can Be Done Online
With LA Pro Electrical, there’s no need for long phone calls or site visits just to get started. You can:
✅ Upload your outdoor layout
✅ Receive a custom quote within 24 hours
✅ Book your installation date online
✅ Start your garden lighting project fast
Whether you’re starting small or planning to scale your lighting in phases, our flexible packages make it easy.
Final Thoughts
While installing low voltage garden lights yourself is possible, it can quickly become a complicated, time-consuming task. If you value your time, want a clean, professional result, or just need help designing the perfect layout—LA Pro Electrical is here to help.
Los Angeles CA areas we serve:
Book your low voltage lighting installation online We proudly serve all neighborhoods in Los Angeles County. Common areas we service include:
- Agoura Hills
- Alhambra
- Arcadia
- Artesia
- Avalon
- Azusa
- Baldwin Park
- Bell
- Bell Gardens
- Bellflower
- Beverly Hills
- Bradbury
- Burbank
- Calabasas
- Carson
- Cerritos
- Claremont
- Commerce
- Compton
- Covina
- Cudahy
- Culver City
- Diamond Bar
- Downey
- Duarte
- El Monte
- El Segundo
- Gardena
- Glendale
- Glendora
- Hawaiian Gardens
- Hawthorne
- Hermosa Beach
- Hidden Hills
- Huntington Park
- Industry
- Inglewood
- Irwindale
- La Cañada Flintridge
- La Habra Heights
- La Mirada
- La Puente
- La Verne
- Lakewood
- Lancaster
- Lawndale
- Lomita
- Long Beach
- Los Angeles
- Lynwood
- Malibu
- Manhattan Beach
- Maywood
- Monrovia
- Montebello
- Monterey Park
- Norwalk
- Palmdale
- Palos Verdes Estates
- Paramount
- Pasadena
- Pico Rivera
- Pomona
- Rancho Palos Verdes
- Redondo Beach
- Rolling Hills
- Rolling Hills Estates
- Rosemead
- San Dimas
- San Fernando
- San Gabriel
- San Marino
- Santa Clarita
- Santa Fe Springs
- Santa Monica
- Sierra Madre
- Signal Hill
- South El Monte
- South Gate
- South Pasadena
- Temple City
- Torrance
- Vernon
- Walnut
- West Carson
- West Covina
- West Hollywood
- Westlake Village
- Whittier
