Deck Lighting
Effectively illuminating your deck with custom-designed LED deck lighting means you can create a gorgeous and welcoming ambiance and make the most of your outdoor space, whatever time of day it may be. Whether you are hosting friends and family, dining al fresco, or simply relaxing and enjoying a warm summer evening, incorporating the right lighting can make all the difference to your deck. Decks and other outdoor living spaces are significant investments, so why not optimize your investment by enhancing the appearance, functionality, atmosphere, and safety of your deck?
At Moon Glow Lightscapes, our expert lighting designers and technicians create beautiful and modern lighting installations that are impactful and functional, taking your outdoor space from day to night seamlessly.
What are the Different Kinds of Deck Lights?
There are many different kinds of deck lights on the market today, but it can be difficult to know which ones are best suited for your needs and the size, shape, and function of your deck. At Moon Glow Lightscapes, our deck lighting installations typically include a combination of the following:
- Side Mount Lights: These types of lights cast a gentle, downward glow.
- Underrail Lights: Underrail lights effectively illuminate handrails by creating a continuous stream of light along the railings.
- Stair & Step Lights: Step lights illuminate your stairs to ensure the safety of your family members & guests.
- Overhead Lights: If your deck has overhead protection, overhead lights can be installed, such as ornamental lanterns or simple fixtures to softly illuminate the entire space.
- String Lights: Simple white string lights create a whimsical and serene glow, making every moment spent on your deck feel like a special occasion.
- Accent Lights: Accent lights can be used to highlight a particular design feature or natural element.
- Puck Lights: These small, round lights are compact and versatile, making them a great option for accent lighting or more general uses.
Where Should Deck Lights be Placed?
How and where deck lights are placed depends on the deck’s size and shape, how the space is used, the desired maintenance level, and how much light is required. Using a variety of lighting types and locations creates visual interest while effectively illuminating every part of the deck. Some of the most effective places to install deck lighting are:
- Pathways & Walkways
- Around Doors or Gates
- Near your Barbecue or Outdoor Dining Area
- Surrounding Sitting Areas
- In Trees or Bushes that are Nearby
- Any Corners or Darkened Areas of your Deck
- To Draw Attention to a Particular Feature
When you work with our team of outdoor lighting experts, our extensive consultation process ensures that your needs, wants, and lighting dreams are clearly communicated. This means we can create an outdoor lighting design that achieves your vision and fits your lifestyle and budget.
What are the Benefits of Professional Deck Lighting Installation Services?
While it might be tempting to throw up some old string lights and call it a day, working with professional outdoor lighting experts carries many important benefits, including:
Enhance Safety & Security: A properly illuminated deck is always safer than one that isn’t. Navigating steps, railings, and different deck levels in the dark can be difficult and sometimes dangerous. Adding appropriate lighting to the stairs, railings, and the exterior border of the deck can help prevent unfortunate accidents and ensure your deck is safe to use, even at night. In addition, a well-lit deck can deter potential intruders and enhance the overall security of your property by eliminating dark corners or effective hiding spots.
Increase Functionality: Professional deck lighting means that the ways that your deck can be used are increased. Proper lighting means you can barbecue, play a game, enjoy a book, or engage in conversation long after the sun has gone down. Enjoying a cool summer evening on your softly glowing deck is one of life’s greatest pleasures.
Accentuate Aesthetics: Professionally designed and installed deck lighting can emphasize visually appealing elements of your home and outdoor space. Whether you are looking to highlight particular architectural features, landscaping elements, or other design pieces, professional deck lighting can enhance the beauty of your space and impress your neighbours and guests alike.
Boost Curb Appeal & Property Value: Investing in professional deck lighting services creates a luxurious and sophisticated look and effectively increases the property value and curb appeal of your home.
Cost Efficient: While it is an investment upfront to have professional deck lighting installed, by working with a professional service provider you protect your investment and reduce costs over time. Professional landscape lighting installers use only the highest quality lighting and materials, ensuring optimal lifespan and energy efficiency. This means you save money on energy costs and avoid having to regularly replace the lights, bulbs, or related elements.
Customizable: Whether you want a soft glow, or something more dramatic, when you work with professional lighting designers, anything is possible. Professional services offer tailored solutions and creative freedom to create the ambiance and illumination that fits your style, preferences, and needs.
How to Find a Reputable Outdoor Lighting Service
There are a few things you should keep an eye out for when considering your local options for deck lighting design and installation, including:
Experienced Experts: Look for a service provider that has been in operation for at least a few years. The longer they have been in business, the more likely it is that they deliver quality products and services. With over 10 years of operations, Moon Glow Lightscapes is a trusted name in South Western Ontario.
Pricing Transparency: A reputable outdoor lighting service provider should provide clear and transparent pricing for their services. Moon Glow Lightscapes has a comprehensive consultation process and provides a detailed quote that includes pricing for materials, labour, and any additional costs to all of our potential clients.
Knowledge & Compliance with Local Permitting & Other Regulations: A trustworthy service provider will strictly comply with all local requirements and regulations, to ensure that your outdoor lighting installation meets all necessary conditions.
Customer Experience: Above all, a high-quality outdoor lighting service should provide excellent customer service and guaranteed client satisfaction. At Moon Glow Lightscapes, our team is always respectful, friendly, and professional. We aim to be efficient and courteous to minimize the impact of the installation on our clients and their families.
Proudly serving South Western Ontario for over a decade, the experts at Moon Glow Lightscapes provide high-quality, beautiful, and unique lighting designs and installations, helping you make the most of your deck well into the future.
FAQs
What types of deck lighting do you offer?
We offer post lights, step lights, and in-grade marker lights. All of our lighting options are energy-efficient LED lights that are fully programmable.
How long does the installation process take?
The amount of time required for the installation process varies depending on the size of the space, the type of lights being installed, the location of the lighting, and the complexity of the design. On average, the lighting installation process takes between one and three days.
Do you provide a warranty for your lighting systems?
Yes, we do. All of our lighting installations are guaranteed for two years. Our warranty includes coverage for failed products and damage caused by wildlife. We also honour all of our manufacturer warranties on materials and products used in the installation. Labour charges for material replacements apply beyond the 2-year mark.
Can I customize the lighting design?
Every lighting design we create and install is completely customized to meet the needs and preferences of each client. When it comes to deck lighting, there is no one-size-fits-all. This is why we have a comprehensive consultation process and provide detailed quotes for each project.
Are your lights energy-efficient?
Yes, all the LED lights we install are between 1 and 7 watts, translating to 10 to 50 watts in traditional incandescent bulbs. In addition, the LED lights we use are rated for 25,000 and 40,000 hours of use. With regular use, this translates to an approximately 10-15 year LED lifespan.
Do you offer maintenance services?
Yes, we provide full-service maintenance services for all of our clients. Our outdoor lighting maintenance services include lubrication of gaskets, cleaning of lenses, application of an anti-corrosion compound to the bulb pins, repositioning for the direction of light & winter shifting, adjusting of tree-mount fasteners as required, and automation and programming review.
How much does deck lighting installation cost?
The cost of deck lighting installation varies depending on the type and quality of products and materials used, the size of the deck, the complexity of the installation, and the number of lights required. Following our thorough consultation process, we will provide you with a detailed quote of the cost of materials and labour for your outdoor lighting installation.
Can I control the lighting with my smartphone?
Yes. We use fully programmable lighting systems that can be controlled via smartphone. We can also integrate your outdoor deck lighting with an existing home automation system.
Do you provide free consultations?
Yes. We provide a full consultation service and deliver a detailed quote following the consultation. We encourage all interested customers to educate themselves as much as possible about the cost and important information relating to outdoor lighting installations before reaching out to ensure a smooth and efficient consultation process.
Are your lighting fixtures weather-resistant?
Yes, we use weather-resistant light fixtures for all of our outdoor lighting installations. These fixtures are designed and created to sustain regular wear and tear due to weather and use over time. Brass is our preferred fixture material as it is durable and maintains its appearance year after year. Regular outdoor lighting maintenance services help extend the lifespan of all deck light fixtures.
What locations do you service?
We provide outdoor lighting services across South Western Ontario, proudly serving London, St. Thomas, Woodstock, Ayr, Paris, Brantford, Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph, Ancaster, Burlington and Oakville.
