Should You Turn Off Landscape Lighting When You’re Away?
September 25, 2026
Should you turn off landscape lighting when you’re away? No — see why keeping it on its normal schedule is actually the smarter move.
Should you turn off landscape lighting when you’re away? No — see why keeping it on its normal schedule is actually the smarter move.
Do you need a timer for landscape lighting? See how photocells, timers, and smart controls compare, and the best setup for most systems.
Do you need a permit for landscape lighting? Most low-voltage systems don’t, but new circuits or line-voltage work often do. Here’s how to know.
Landscape lighting adds very little to your electric bill. See real cost breakdowns for LED low-voltage systems and how to keep costs low.
Does landscape lighting increase home value? See what NAR’s resale data actually shows, and what separates real ROI from lighting that doesn’t.
Planning outdoor lighting for a large or rural property? Learn how zoning, transformer sizing, and wiring change once the yard gets bigger.
Not sure why your landscape lighting stopped working? Learn the real causes — from water intrusion to transformer failure — and when to call a pro.
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Learn how professionals install landscape lighting — from transformer sizing and wire routing to voltage testing and fixture placement.
A landscape lighting transformer steps down household power to a safe voltage for your outdoor fixtures. Here’s what it does and how to size one correctly