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C Perez Sprinkler & Landscape
4.5(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cipriano is FANTASTIC. He's punctual, responsive, knowledgeable, and takes tremendous PRIDE in his work - so it SHOWS. His work is TOP NOTCH. He replaced some really crappy turf that another installer had talked me into, and he installed beautiful, thick, high-end turf that looks real and feels amazing. And he did it all in LESS time than he said it would take, despite having to do it in between rain storms! He rearranged all the sprinklers, organized the system, moved an incredibly heavy piece of stone to another part of the yard, and just did an overall BEAUTIFUL job on our back yard! I cannot possibly recommend him HIGHLY ENOUGH!! I've had turf installed by three other companies in the past, and C.Perez is by FAR the absolute BEST. Quality, price, and professionalism! I will definitely ONLY call them in the future!"
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+59

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Electrical Bzzz
5.0(
51
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Robert and Electrical Bzzz did a great job installing a lighting system in our backyard, and diagnosed/fixed a few other issues at our house. Courteous, efficient work - would definitely recommend!!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AM Electrical, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sean and his team are so impressive. He has a special eye for his designs and heâ s very knowledgeable. They did a fantastic job on my backyard lighting. I completely recommend him for any of your lighting needs. Thank you Sean!"
Beverly Hills
Calabasas
Beverly Hills
Westlake Village
Santa Monica

+29

Response time8 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Project Automate
4.6(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found Josh on this site after finding out my original installer didn't do it correctly. This was a TIME URGENT project. I contacted him by email Friday night at 7pm, by 8:30pm we were scheduled for an emergency visit the next morning, Saturday, at 8:30a and 10am everything was fixed! He does amazing work, shows up with EVERYTHING and is now my official "go to guy" for anything electronic!"
Lutron Sivoia QS Motorized Shading
Control4 Smart Home Sprinkler Control with SkyDrop
Dual custom rack enclosures
Malibu Bluffs
Infinity Edge Swimming Pool and Spa and waterfall

+25

Response time12 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
101 Electric
5.0(
3
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They are very professional, very clean and organized. They are also very reasonable with their prices. They will follow up with the project and always got things done on schedule. Overall they have great customer support. I am very pleased with all the electrical work they have done, I have been referring them to a lot of friends and family."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jaimes Landscapes
5.0(
5
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jamie’s team did a great job adding a drainage pipe to our side yard. Showed up on time and completed a two day job in one day."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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JGA Electric
3.8(
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Two electricians came out promptly and troubleshot my problem (a dead outlet), but after a couple of hours they could not find the cause of the problem. They told me they had to go to another call, but that the boss would contact me and come out himself. That was a week and a half ago and there has been no attempt to contact me from this company. JGA Electric did not charge me for their time, since they couldnt fix the problem. However, I think I will call someone else. update: The owner of the company came out with one of his assistants. Took quite a long time, but did fix the difficult to find problem. The problem was in an outside light fixture. The fact they even thought to check there was remarkable and solved the problem."
Bob Hope Airport Project
Paneling
Solar Panels
Panels for Hudson of Hollywood
Working hard or hardly working?

+12

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Michael J Dove
4.7(
265
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Serving Malibu, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

"Had old fluorescent lights.  This company specializes in replacing those old lights with new LED lighting highlighted by a new, finished, more up to date look along with a crown moulding trim.
These guys KNEW what they were doing.  The job went perfectly and came out great. They had TWO rooms to do (kitchen and pantry) and finished in one day.  Left the house cleaner than it was when they started.  Couldn't be happier with the service and the finished product.  All in all, a wonderful experience.
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Malibu, 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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