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Nichols Electric
4.6(
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jeremy and Joe from Nichols Electric were amazing. They came out the same day, designed and installed lighting and outlets for my garage and exterior. They even came back and moved some outlets for me in my new house. They were extremely pleasant to work with and helped me understand every step of the process. I'm definitely going to use them again on my next project."
Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Elegant Outdoor Lighting
4.8(
60
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

"Checked my outdoor lighting and replacing a few bulbs. The deal just included the inspection, so there were extra charges for the bulbs, but I was informed of this ahead of time. They were a bit late, but other than that it went great! (They were not late by much!)"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Service from planning through Execution and installation to final fine tuning. The folks communicated well and explained every detail of the step. Got permit and inspection done. It was seamless. Thanks. R."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Lighting Geek
4.5(
19
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Serving Folsom, 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 Folsom, 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 Folsom, 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 Folsom, 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 Folsom, 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
Foothill Landscapes
4.7(
8
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Serving Folsom, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"He was extremely quick getting the project underway and he and his crew did an excellent job! I will be calling him back for other more extensive landscaping projects... I was VERY impressed with his attitude, flexibility and project completion. Gregg Novotny and the entire Foothills Landscape team did a great job landscaping our backyard! Gregg worked within our schedule and phased in the landscape plan according to our wishes and coordinated with our concrete contractor. He promptly returned our phone calls and emails, and he listened to us when we had changes and concerns. For example, when we made a mistake about the types of trees we wanted, Gregg listened to our concerns and went out of his way to make sure we got what we wanted. His team is very professional and Gregg is wonderful. We couldn't have asked for more from a landscape company! We definitely would work with him again."
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Folsom, 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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