Outdoor and Security Lighting in Spokane, WA

When people call about this

• A dark driveway, side yard or entry that feels unsafe
• A motion light that stays on all night or never triggers
• Replacing old floodlights with LED fixtures
• Adding path or landscape lighting along walkways

What to ask before you book

Ask for fixtures rated for wet locations, how the lights will be controlled (motion sensor, photocell, timer or smart control), where power will come from, and how the aiming avoids glare into windows or a neighbor's yard.

Have the property address and a short description ready. Our planning guide has a checklist.

What changes the cost

Fixture count and wiring decide most of the cost. What moves the price:

• Number and quality of fixtures
• New wiring vs using existing boxes
• Controls: motion sensors, photocells, timers
• Trenching for path or landscape lighting
• Height and access for mounting

Outdoor fixtures take weather

Fixtures need a damp or wet location rating, and outdoor outlets need GFCI protection and in-use covers. New outdoor circuits are permit work in Washington, handled by the city or Washington State L&I depending on the address.

Walk the property at dusk before the visit and note the dark spots. It makes the plan faster.

Typical steps to discuss before booking

1. Walk the property and mark where light is needed.
2. Fixture locations, ratings and controls are chosen.
3. Written scope: fixtures, wiring routes, controls and any permit.
4. Fixtures are mounted, wired and aimed.
5. Controls are tested after dark and adjusted.

Keep reading

See indoor lighting installation, outlet and switch installation for outdoor outlets, the permits guide and the planning guide.