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The Illuminators Outdoor Lighting
4.9(
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Illuminators is a great company for your outdoor lighting needs. They installed lights for me several years ago. They performed routine maintenance to keep the lights in good working order and troubleshot another issue for me. Always very professional and responsive."
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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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American National Sprinkler & Lighting
4.8(
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second home that we have had American National install our sprinkler system and we have been extremely happy. They are a top notch company and handled our job with professionalism from the time they quoted through installation, taking time to understand the yard and what will provide the best results for each area. They offer great support to help owners get comfortable with using the system as well. We highly recommend their work and maintenance!"
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+34

Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
D&D Landscape and Sprinkler Services, Inc.
4.9(
511
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dane did an amazing job. He was extremely friendly, talked through options with us for exterior lighting, gave a fair price that didn’t require haggling and came out to install the lights a couple days later. I highly recommend."
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+18

Response time8 hrs
229 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Brightseal
5.0(
15
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony came out to give us an estimate. He was much more knowledgeable than the other two companies we had out, even talked me out of extra lighting I thought I wanted, saving us money. We had him design and install our front yard landscape lighting and around our pool and patio. It looks amazing at night and we couldn’t be happier."
Patio
Driveway
Sidewalk
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unique Landscaping Service
4.7(
124
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fabian has been very good about staying in touch. Everyone knows the weather has been so difficult for landscaping this year. We had our first meeting in March . I had a specific target date and it appears all will be finished but one item out if stock until July and perhaps the sealing of the brick work based on the weather. Neither item can be blamed on the company . The teams that were here were efficient and courteous . They were very good about tidying up before leaving each day. We ended up making several changes to the plan as the landscape developed . Fabian had some creative ideas that turned out to be very attractive. I added a number of tasks as we went along and was accommodated on all of them. I ended up spending more than I intended but I added a lot after the first contract. I would hire Unique again."
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+452

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greenlight Design Group
5.0(
5
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We began a project for exterior landscape lighting, but as we got to know Randy, Mike, and Green Light Design Group, we were so impressed with their capabilities, we substantially expanded our project from exterior lighting, into landscape design, adding gorgeous new plantings, install hardscape replacement, and other substantial improvements. This project was beyond successful. Added true value to our home. Top-notch customer-oriented people! A 5-Star rating is not enough!!!"
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Outdoor Illumination
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting

+38

Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lightning Ray Electric
4.9(
11
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ray. Is without a doubt the most friendly, understanding, intelligent electrician l ever met. He made me feel so confident. I hire him on the spot for my electrical project. Not only he installed a 9 panel heated driveway. But also a Generac, stair lighting, indoor outdoor cam lighting, light poles, chandeliers, disposals, under cabinet lighting, outlets, switches, led mirrors, garage heater, lighting, sensors, photo eyes and a 9 camera system. Most professional work l ever seen. Ray is my only electrician for everything."
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Electrical service upgrade 200 amp
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Electrical service upgrade 200 amp

+36

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.
4.8(
60
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose from Greentrail was very responsive to our request. The prices were very competitive and fair! Also, the team showed great pride in their work. Highly recommend using them for all your landscaping needs! Most importantly, he kept us informed on scheduling communication was excellent!"
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fern's Landscaping & Design
4.7(
30
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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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."
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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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Midwest Landscaping Design & Tree Service Inc
4.3(
35
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Serving Schaumburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Midwest landscaping crew was very friendly and knowledgeable, they worked fast and cleaned up after the work was done. I have a beautiful yard that I am happy to sit in and would definitely hire them again for my future landscaping needs"
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Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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FAQs for outdoor lighting plan and installation projects in Schaumburg, 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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