Investing in professional outdoor lighting installation may seem appealing, but it can also be a bit daunting. Inviting any new professional onto your property can be a little distressing, but this is especially true for lighting installation. Many homeowners only work with one lighting professional over the course of the lights life, so they go into this process without experience.
They may not know what to expect from this process, which can lead to increased anxiety. Our team at Classic Outdoor Concepts wants to ensure anyone who is scheduling professional outdoor lighting installation in the Atlanta area goes into this process feeling as confident as possible, and to do that, we’re going to walk you through each step of the project.
If you’ve been considering scheduling professional outdoor lighting installation, keep reading to learn more about what this process looks like before reaching out to our team.
1. Consultation and Outdoor Lighting Design Process
The first step of every professional outdoor lighting installation project in Atlanta is an initial consultation and design process. Before our team does anything, we will reach out to you to schedule your initial consultation. During this process, our team will discuss your goals, whether you want security lighting, boosted curb appeal, or highlighted landscaping.
We will also evaluate your budget and preferences, and discuss the different lighting effects our team offers. Our goal during this first step of the professional outdoor lighting installation process is to ensure our team understands what you want your new lighting to achieve. With that in mind, the design process begins.
2. Property Assessment and Lighting Layout Planning
Once we’ve discussed your wants and needs, our team will perform a site assessment. During this process, we will assess the architectural features, landscaping, walkways, entryways, and outdoor living areas. We will also measure your chosen spaces, map lighting zones, and look for electrical access points to determine what work needs to be done.
We may also begin to identify potential problem areas across your Atlanta property. This can include accessing slopes, drainage, hardscape areas, and Georgia’s notorious red clay. By performing a thorough site assessment before beginning your professional outdoor lighting installation, we will ensure these problem areas are addressed before the installation begins.
3. Fixture Selection and Placement Strategy
An incredibly important step in the professional outdoor lighting installation process is choosing the proper lighting fixtures and placement strategy. You want to ensure you’re choosing a fixture that meets not only your property’s needs, but also that properly fits the area. Our team will help you find the ideal lighting fixtures to match your needs, home, and outdoor living areas.
We will also discuss some lighting techniques with you, including uplighting, architectural lighting, and roofline lighting options. Our experts can help you create layer lighting, which gives your home a more complex appearance and ensures you avoid the flat appearance that other lighting companies in Atlanta may provide.
4. Preparing the Landscape for Installation
Before we can begin any professional outdoor lighting installation project, our team will need to prepare your landscape for the project. The simplest part of this project is marking your fixture placement. Flags, stakes, or plastic pencils will be positioned across your property, signifying lighting placement once the installation begins.
For proper preparation, you may also need to ensure your yard is clear. This can include thoroughly raking, weeding, and trimming your trees, shrubs, and garden beds. Additionally, you may want to move any outdoor furniture away from your outdoor living areas if they may obstruct the lighting team during the installation process.
5. Trenching, Wire Installation, and Working Through Red Clay
As a part of this project, our team will bring low-voltage cables that will run from the transformer to each lighting zone. Small trenches are dug to bury the cables beneath the ground, protecting the lighting system and keeping your landscape free from distracting wires. However, this can be a challenge for inexperienced teams.
Georgia has dense clay soil, which can make digging more challenging. However, our team has ample experience installing lights across the Greater Atlanta area, so you don’t need to worry about us going into your upcoming project. Once we’re finished, you can trust that your lighting zones are properly connected, allowing for remote access once the lights are installed.
6. Installing and Positioning Landscape Lighting Fixtures
Once all of this has been completed, your professional outdoor lighting installation can begin. Our team will begin hanging and installing lights across your walkways, roofline, landscaping, and more. One incredibly important part of this process that can often go overlooked by others is ensuring the proper positioning of your lights.
Yours lights are only as good as their positioning, and improperly positioned lights may lead to improper lighting once this project is completed. Our team will continue to make minor adjustments to your lights throughout the project, and ensure their final position provides ample light while meeting the unique needs of your Atlanta home.
7. System Testing, Adjustments, and Final Optimization
The final step of every professional outdoor lighting installation project is testing, adjustments, and final optimization. Our team will ensure every light is functioning properly once installed, and make any essential repairs if they find that the light isn’t working. This process may also include some minor adjustments to the lighting.
What looks good on paper may not translate in real life, and we’ll make minor adjustments to ensure your lighting design functions properly while highlighting your Atlanta home. With one final optimization, you can trust that you will love every inch of your lighting display when our team pulls away from your property.
Ready for Professional Outdoor Lighting Installation? Turn to Us Today
If you want to ensure you’re working with the best lighting team in the Atlanta area, trust that our team at Classic Outdoor Concepts is here and ready to help. Whether you’re lighting up a pool deck, pathways, garden, dock, or entryway, we have the training, tools, and experience to bring your vision to life. With the support of our team, you can trust that your home will look beautiful, even after sundown.
If you are ready to schedule professional outdoor lighting installation for your Atlanta area home, don’t hesitate to contact us today.
