Landscape and outdoor lighting across Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay's outdoor living season runs almost year-round, and the yards that get used after dark are the ones with lighting that was actually designed, not just a string of solar stakes from the hardware store. We install low-voltage LED landscape lighting for South Tampa courtyards, oak canopies, and waterfront docks from Apollo Beach to Tierra Verde, where salt air chews through cheap fixtures in a couple of seasons.
What's included in this service?
- Design lighting zones: uplighting for oaks and palms, path lighting, wash lighting
- Step down household power through a transformer to 12-volt low-voltage runs
- Run direct-burial cable below the soil line without full conduit
- Spec marine-grade brass or stainless fixtures near saltwater
- Design dedicated GFCI-protected circuits for dock and boat lift lighting
- Size the transformer with headroom for zones you add later
- Test every fixture at night before calling the job done
When do you need this service?
- You're planning a new pool or hardscape project that needs lighting from the start
- An older system has dead transformers or corroded connectors
- You want dock or boat lift lighting done to code instead of an extension cord setup
- You're building a new dock or renovating a backyard
- Cheap fixtures near the water are already flickering or failing
What do homeowners ask about Landscape Lighting?
How much does landscape lighting cost in Tampa?
Most residential landscape lighting projects in Tampa Bay run $2,500 to $8,000, depending on fixture count, transformer size, and trenching distance. A small courtyard or entry-path install can come in under $2,000. Dock and waterfront lighting typically adds $500 to $1,500 for marine-grade fixtures and connectors that hold up against salt air.
Will salt air ruin my landscape lighting fixtures?
Cheap aluminum or plastic fixtures usually fail within a year or two anywhere near Tampa Bay, the Gulf, or Intracoastal waterways. We install marine-grade brass or stainless steel fixtures with sealed connectors on any property within a few miles of saltwater, which is worth the extra upfront cost.
Can I add dock or boat lift lighting to my system?
Yes. Dock and boat lift lighting has to meet specific electrical code requirements for wet locations, and we design it as its own circuit with GFCI protection. Costs run $800 to $2,500 depending on dock length and whether we're adding lighting to an existing lift or a new dock structure.
Do I need a permit for landscape lighting in Tampa?
Low-voltage landscape lighting usually doesn't require a permit on its own, but any work that ties into your electrical panel, adds a new circuit, or touches a dock or seawall structure often does, depending on the municipality. We check the specific requirements for your city and pull permits when the job calls for it.
How long do landscape lighting fixtures and transformers last?
Quality LED fixtures typically run 15 to 20 years, and transformers with surge protection last 10 to 15 years even in Tampa's lightning-heavy climate. Cheap unprotected transformers can fail in a single storm season. We size transformers with extra capacity so you can add fixtures later without replacing the whole system.
Where do we offer Landscape Lighting in Tampa Bay?
We provide landscape lighting in every city and community in Tampa Bay County. Pick your city for local climate notes and service specifics.
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Need landscape lighting in Tampa Bay?
Call for a free quote. Most work scheduled within the week.