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Avatar for The Illuminators Outdoor Lighting
The Illuminators Outdoor Lighting
4.9(
116
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From start to finish, Joe and his team were excellent to deal with! After calling and discussing our lighting needs, Joe’s crew came out and within hours, our landscaping lights were installed. We couldn’t wait until nightfall so that we could see how it looked. We couldn’t be more thrilled on how the new lights just illuminated our house. It wasn’t a dark house anymore! Our neighbors keep complimenting us on how bright and cozy our house looks as they turn the corner and see our house glowing! We love coming home at night and seeing how our house glows. We also have the added comfort of knowing that our house feels safer because of all the lights! They even added lights to our three big trees and and our flagpole. We would highly recommend The Illuminators for all of your landscaping lighting needs."
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+76

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Brighten Up Electric
4.8(
106
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The recessed lighting installed in our family room looks great! The lighting was a bit bright for one of our family members after it was installed and they offered us a practical economical solution. With our dimmer switch we have the perfect lighting for everyone. Our electrician was Sammy and he did a great job."
Kitchen recessed lighting
Hallway upgrade
Palos Park condo electric upgrade
Palos Park condo
Palos Park condo electric upgrade

+97

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Brick Logik, LLC
4.8(
37
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brick logik was thorough in their measuring and material estimations. A heads up call as installation days shifted would have been helpful - the crew would have been able to drop the gravel load closer to the work site- but having said that-all my questions were addressed and ideas were thoroughly listened to, and their thoughtful, forward looking suggestions were right on target and utilized. Now I wish I had some more spaces for patios!! I love how my job turned out!"
Aero Estates - Naperville
Aero Estates
Aero Estates
Moss Project - Lisle, IL
Moss Project - Lisle, IL

+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Golden Willow Landscaping
4.8(
10
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Indy at Golden Willow listened to what we needed and worked promptly to share plans and reasonable estimate. The work was done within a week, and I was surprised to come home to see all done within a day, cleaned up, and exactly as we discussed."
Richcliff Dawn Mist
Richcliff Dawn Mist
Richcliff Dawn Mist Top & Copthorne Mixed Sold
Sidewalk Before Installation
After Installation

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fern's Landscaping & Design
4.7(
30
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brian and his crew did great work installing our new sod and repairing our pavers. The work was done professionally and on time. I would recommend them and would use them again."
Aurora's project
Batavia's project
front yard renovation
front yard renovation
Plant design

+36

Response time1 day
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Smart Electric
4.9(
31
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Carlo was great! His workmanship is professional and he was very patient and attentive to our wants. He installed pot lights in our living room that had no attic access. We had issues with vents and plumbing in the ceiling but we didn t want our drywall destroyed with channel holes so after thinking through all our limited options we came up with a perfect solution that Carlo was able to implement without having to cut open our ceiling. He was great!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Parker Electric Company
4.7(
102
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent job in wiring and fixtures for finishing basement. Installation was approved by city inspector. Certain problems were fixed immediately. Highly recommend."
Response time8 hrs
183 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for APS Pools and Spas
APS Pools and Spas
4.9(
23
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All Property Services did a great job installing our pool quickly and making sure everything was of the highest quality. Would recommend if you are looking to install a pool."
Front View
Side View
Before Walkway
Before Patio
Holland Stone Patio

+74

Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Landscape Illumination, Inc.
4.0(
21
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Serving Plainfield, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Landscape Illumination installed landscape lighting for our home and at the same time installed year around holiday LED lights around our roofline. Customer service is great - we had a strand of LED lights act up right after installation and they were right out to replace the strand. Our landscape lighting works and looks great every night but I waited an entire year to write a review to make sure our holiday lighting worked fine this year when I turned them back on - I'm happy to say that every LED light is still working great and I changed them to ORANGE for Halloween. thanks again to the team at Landscape Illumination - landscape lighting and permanent holiday lighting was worth every penny!"
Landscape Lighting
Architectural lighting
Hardscape Lighting
Path lighting
Deck lighting

+6

31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Plainfield, IL

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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