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Brothers Landscape
4.7(
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and his crew are awesome! He installed beautiful interlocking walla for our neighbor, and we were so impressed with their work that we hired them to prune some Torrey Pines. The trees look great! And the crew did a marvelous job cleaning up the debris! Not a single one needle left on the driveway! Love these guys!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mister Sparky Electric
5.0(
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I have the highest marks for this company and especially my electrician, Jeremiah From call for an appointment to finish of the job was about 3 1/2 hours. The estimate of $250 was cut to $115 if I joined their Mr Sparky club which gave me valuable discounts and a free yearly inspection $135. My initial call to another company gave me a $347 appointment fee. I am very pleased and once again super high marks to Jeremiah."
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Michael J Dove
4.7(
265
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Serving Poway, 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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+16

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Poway, 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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Mr. Electric
5.0(
40
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He called me before I had to call him, which was nice. He came by right away, the same day, and quickly and easily fixed our electrical timer switch for the outside lights, and also had some extra replacement parts on hand that we needed. He was polite, informative, happy to help and explain, and his rates were very reasonable."
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+6

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Down Under Services
4.4(
303
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The best landscape crew we have had in 30 years of owning this home! They pay great attention to detail, and are quick to respond if a problem arises. They work hard, have a great attitude, and are very professional. Our yard always looks so great, and we receive many compliments from the neighbors.  "
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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California Smartscape
4.4(
221
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are so pleased with our new backyard! We have so much more usable space, and less grass to water. Andrew was awesome to work with for the design aspect. Saul and his crew did an amazing job - hardest working guys I have ever seen. They demolished an existed cement patio, installed pavers, moved 2 big pygmy date palms, installed gas lines, put in new drip system, installed new sod. We had a few plants not make it and they were quick to get them replaced. We highly recommend California Smartscape and will use them again when we do our front yard."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Poway, 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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