Its hot. No, that’s not quite right. Hot is an understatement. It’s downright oppressively humid and the landscape is having a tough time even attempting to stay hydrated. When I was a new homeowner looking to transform my languishing yard into a postcard of curb appeal, I learned an incredibly valuable lesson: plants accompanied by […]
Uplighting and driveway lighting combine to illuminate the entry to property. We’ll start by saying that this was an incredibly fun project to design and install. At it’s core, the purpose of this landscape lighting installation was to provide light to the entry of the property to make it easier to navigate. The driveway is […]
It happens to even the savviest buyer: The Google search returns too many results leaving you more confused than when you started, or the packaging of those store bought lights said they would last longer but they didn’t. If you’re looking to highlight your home or business’s exterior, you’re likely considering landscape lighting. Wondering what […]
Is it any surprise that we’re less than 30 days into Spring and already it feels like the Sahara desert outside? If you’re a Central Florida resident, you know this is par for the course. You also probably know that your irrigation sprinkler system is about to flex some serious muscle moving into hotter weather. […]
A common misconception about low-voltage landscape lighting is that it is used only on landscaping. We’re here to tell you that a well-rounded design goes far beyond statement trees and hedgelines. In fact, forgetting to highlight the face of your home or business leaves much to be desired. Here are our tips for executing a […]
Older properties with existing low voltage landscape lighting systems typically suffer from one major flaw: they’re powered by high cost halogen bulbs. We envy home- and property owners with fixtures that have lasted decades. These are usually high-grade units made of heavy metal, like brass. Though the finishes may have patinaed beautifully, the power bill […]
Dreaming of lazy sunny days lounging by your own blue paradise? If you’re in the market for a backyard oasis in the form of a pool, you’ll need to consider a few things regarding your existing irrigation system. With just a couple of preparations your pool installation can flow as smooth as, well, water! Talk […]
Everyone loves decorating for the holidays, so grab your strands of string lights and get ready with a ladder, we’re going to share our best lighting ideas. You’ve probably already started on the inside of your home so here we’ll discuss bringing that warmth and cheer to your outdoor areas as well. Creating a stunning […]
We believe that the often overlooked down light deserves some love. When designing your low-voltage landscape lighting package there is almost always an opportunity to take advantage of down lighting which provides the most natural looking light. Here are a few places to consider using these versatile LED fixtures: Pavilions and Outdoor Kitchens Any building […]
Put simply, an irrigation system backflow prevents contamination of your water source. More specifically, it is a device placed between the water source (your meter) and the rest of your irrigation system to make sure that any water pumped into the irrigation lines doesn’t get pushed backward and end up mixing with clean water, like […]