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Elegant Outdoor Lighting
4.8(
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Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

"Very difficult job but went smoothly.  Time consuming due to terrain.  Went above and beyond  with moving the existing lights to an unlit portion of driveway.  Used again with an Angie's special for small work on rear lights installed at new construction."
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See your  beautiful backyard gardens at night with a professional lighting portrait.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Lighting Geek
4.5(
19
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Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a plan developed by landscape architect that did not completely enhance my large yard. Mario was able to modify plan to create a balanced lighting plan. My yard now looks like a million bucks at night."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Babylon Builders - Home & Landscape Contractor
4.2(
421
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Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"Babylon Gardens has been a fantastic company for our large backyard project and we're very pleased with what they accomplished in the last couple months. Professional, responsive and high quality work. Definitely recommend them to others and I'll use them again in the future. The owner Ron is a pleasure to deal with and their field lead Juan is awesome."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Whittaker Electrical Repair & Installation
4.8(
24
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Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The challenge was to run new wiring for an overhead fan to a room with no existing wiring in the ceiling and no attic access. Whittaker Electrical Repair & Installation got the job done in the estimated time frame, with minimal disruption, at the proposed price. Work and electricians were professional and courteous and job site was clean after completion. I highly recommend them."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Zoe Landscaping
4.6(
23
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Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Horacio did an excellent job of landscaping our entire yard, back and front. His work was excellent and he charged far less than the original contractor bid. And, they improved on the original design. without additional charges. Horacio and his crew were friendly and responsive. They were always here when they said they'd be here. I recommend Zoe Landscaping highly. I will use them again."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
Inland Northwest Electric
4.7(
24
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Serving Fair Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"For a living I buy real estate...I'm a lanlord and I deal with many different types of contractors. Some are professional and others you wish you never met. Bill and his crew are very professional and curtious. They protect everything so that nothing is damaged and they are very fast which is nice.....some contractors take all day to do what he did in about 2 hours. Bill went above and beyond the job...he convinced me to get rid of an old can light and hang a chandelier over a round japanese soaking tub. The second he recommended it I realized it was a great idea. He installed the chandelier box for me for free. His rates are very fair."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Fair Oaks, CA

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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