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C T Smith Electrical Services, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I'm giving C T Smith 5 stars because even though there were some minor issues during the installation, they owned them 100% and made sure that I'm completely satisfied. Also, the price was very reasonable (there were competing quotes.) I will hire them again if I have other electrical needs."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ATD Landscaping LLC
4.5(
328
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our neighbor is using them to make a patio, soon our home filled with white dust and it coveted our lawn. The workers informed us they were not using any water or dust suppression methods as required by OSHA. We told them we were concerned about our exposure to silica, a cause of potentially fatal silicosis, and they said they “did not care.” We have been breathing it in for days and they have not been using water, air monitoring or any other steps to minimize hazards. The dust has spread across a dust loaded with children."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Atlantic Lighting & Irrigation, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Be aware of Atlantic Irrigation at (REMOVED ADDRESS), and their technicians regarding sexual harassment. Protect your family from overly-friendly technicians. We had an incident where one of their technicians was ?fresh? and ?hitting? on my wife, verbally, and also included unwanted touching her twice! This is an outrage and not an innocent act. You don?t "hit on" women or touch them in any way! No woman should be treated in this manner, married or unmarried. There should be no fear placed in any woman regarding men working on their property. We have filed a complaint with the Prince George?s County police, placed a restraining peace order against this person, named (NAME REMOVED), and also filed a complaint with the company. The company president, (NAME REMOVED), apologizes verbally and claims that they have not had such an incident. She said if this had happened to her, she would have called 911. There has been no follow-up to remedy this situation."
Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mr. Electric of Columbia, MD
5.0(
5
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Since 1994, our network of locally owned and operated Mr. Electric franchises have delivered electrical services according to our Customer and Safety-First Service Philosophy. This approach has made Mr. Electric one of the country's largest and fastest-growing electrical services companies. Each day, we serve the electrical needs of millions of residential and commercial customers to ensure their systems continue to operate safely and efficiently.

Response time1 day
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mcpherson Property Services
5.0(
2
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easy to communicate with, fair pricing, timely and excellent work. Lastly great customer service. They went and picked up mulch I needed and were friendly."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Columbia, MD

Permit requirements for outdoor lighting vary depending on your location and project scope. Simple fixture replacements don't require permits, but projects involving new electrical circuits, extensive trenching, or significant system expansions often do. Local building departments establish these requirements, and many professional electricians handle permit applications as part of their service package.

The timeline for outdoor lighting installation varies based on project complexity. Basic systems might require only one to two days for complete installation, while extensive lighting networks with numerous fixtures and complex wiring needs could extend to a week or longer. Weather conditions, property accessibility, and soil characteristics can all influence how quickly professionals can complete your installation.

Outdoor lighting offers both practical and aesthetic benefits that many homeowners find valuable. Beyond enhancing nighttime visibility and security, well-designed lighting can highlight architectural features and extend outdoor living hours. While installation represents a significant investment, quality lighting may potentially increase property appeal and could contribute to overall home value.

Some outdoor lighting projects are suitable for homeowner installation, particularly simple solar fixtures or low-voltage systems that plug into existing outlets. However, projects requiring new electrical connections, permanent wiring, or integration with home electrical systems demand professional expertise. Electrical work carries inherent safety risks, and improper installation could create fire hazards or code violations.

The operating cost for outdoor lighting depends primarily on your fixture types, bulb selection, and usage patterns. Energy-efficient LED fixtures consume significantly less electricity than traditional incandescent or halogen alternatives. Controlling your lighting with timers, photocells, or motion sensors can further reduce energy usage by ensuring lights operate only when needed or beneficial.

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