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Artistic Illumination
5.0(
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had landscape lighting in my backyard where the wires were cut accidentally. Carlos came out from Artistic Illumination and quickly fixed the problem, but he went over to each light, inspected the connections and replaced the ones that were initially installed cheaply. He was very thorough. I was impressed with the service."
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brothers Landscape
4.7(
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

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Emergency services offered

"Brother Landscape is an excellent Landscape service. They are always prompt when they arrive and they always do an excellent job cleaning up. I have recommended them to my friends and neighbors because they are so good. I get a lot of compliments on yard. They have repaired my watering system. They have repaired my lighting system. They have put in cement and a walkway after I fell this last spring. I’m very pleased with all the work that Luis does."
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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 Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

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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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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, 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(
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Serving Rancho Santa Fe, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Electric was very professional and courteous. Their quote was much less than their competitors. They installed recessed lighting and moved some track lighting for me. Another electrician tried to make this job sound very complicated. I guess to justify the high quote they gave me. Mr Electric said it was a simple job and would only take a couple of hours. They came out a few days later. And to my delight they were telling the truth. They were in and out in a couple of hours. I'm very satisfied with the job they did and with the money they saved me compared to other quotes. I am having them come back next week to do some more work for me."
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+6

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

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very pleased and even amazed at the transformation of my back yard. First, I must compliment Jesse, the landscape architect who designed my project. I had very specific "wants and needs" which he incorporated perfectly. The renderings and plans were excellent. The job supervisor, Leo, was very impressive. Even though he was overseeing quite a few other jobs, he never forgot any details or tweeks I wanted in my project. He was always very responsive. It took approximately 3 months to complete my project. I'm sure it would have taken other companies much longer as I saw happening when my neighbors had landscape work done at their homes. Many days there were 5-7 men on my job; they showed up promptly at 7 AM and worked very hard all day. They would also clean up the site at the end of each day. They were very experienced, as evidenced by the great work they did. I am a very particular person, so I closely watched the work being done. Santiago was often on-site and always checked the plans to be sure the job was being built as specified, He also expertly did much of the work himself. My backyard went from having very little useable or functional space to a place where I can easily entertain 50 or more people. When the job was done they did the final TLC, as Leo calls it, and they even washed my lower story windows and patio doors that were bordering the construction site. Final compliments to Jessica the office admin person and Richard the owner of the company. Unfortunately the photos were taken on a cloudy day and don't do the project justice."
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Rancho Santa Fe, 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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