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Avatar for OC Night Lights, Inc.
OC Night Lights, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Couldn't be more pleased! Matt was creative, pleasant, accommodating, and helpful. Price was fair and competitive. We particularly liked his ideas for "architectural lighting" as opposed to simple path lighting. His crew was hard working, efficient, and thorough. We highly recommend."
Newport Beach
Water Feature Lighting #2
LED Landscape Lighting
LED Landscape Lighting
Architectural Up LIghting

+44

Response time10 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Tim Hensons Unique Lighting
4.4(
391
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Tim's company to replace some outdoor lights and a bath fan I knew was gonna be a booger. The guys were professional, quick, tidy, friendly, timely, and super reasonably priced. I now have a whisper quiet bath fan and outdoor lights that actually work! So I had them back to install two ceiling fandeliers, which I knew would be a battle because the wall switches were never wired. They were super quick, again, super tidy and really sweet. Tim's estimates were spot on both times, no hidden crap, and hundreds of dollars less than a previous estimate by another electrician. They made it look easy and restored my faith in trades coming into my house (have had some bad experiences; haven't we all?). Tim's communication via phone and text was quick and personable. Super happy. Am looking for more thing I can have them do!"
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+53

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Illuminated Concepts Inc
4.8(
22
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional, showed up on time, did excellent work, reviewed completed work with us and left instructions. Very professional and we are very happy with our new lighting."
Architectural lighting
Architectural lighting
Architectural lighting
Architectural lighting
Architectural lighting

+52

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rainbow Landscaping
4.5(
79
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Absolutely fantastic job, I have a massive outdoor space that needed a lot of cleanup. Rainbow landscaping came in and took care of everything efficiently and for a great price! I would recommend them to anyone in the SoCal area."
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+180

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Michael J Dove
4.7(
265
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, 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(
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Patios By B&B Inc
4.6(
315
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were always on time and professional. At the end of every day they never left any type of a mess. The installers were always willing to answer any questions I had. We also need Lights and they suggested a fantastic place to look= Light Bulbs Etc"
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Open Lattice Patio Cover

+41

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Best Builders Group Inc
5.0(
167
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Zohar was suggested to us by a colleague for our kitchen and 2 bathrooms remodeling project and we are very thankful for that recommendation. Zohar was really easy to work with and extremely easy-going with us. We really valued how experienced Zohar is when it comes to all the tasks that were involved in the remodeling including where to shop for things such as tiles, vanities, faucets, light fixtures and how all the workers were willing to give their feedback in order to help us make the best decision for our house and budget. During our remodeling, Zohar gave us daily updates in regards to the progress and he even visited our house daily and even helped us with a non-related plumbing problem (a broken pipe that leaked into the wall of our laundry area). Zohar and his crew demolished our kitchen and bathrooms completely and turned it into our favorite spaces in the house. We highly recommend working with Zohar (Best Builders Group) for any type of remodeling project."
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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