Service call fees can add up quick (approximately $125 for the first 30 minutes and $75 per hour after, with varying costs depending on location). However, when you decide to go with a one-time purchase (every 12 months) of a NiteLites preventative outdoor lighting maintenance plan, your system can stay in optimal condition throughout the […]
Outdoor Lighting Mistakes to Avoid
Here at NiteLites, our professionals know the most common outdoor lighting mistakes that people make when it comes to design and installation. We know because we fix them all the time, even when done by a local landscaping company. Without further ado, below are the 6 major “don’ts” and why it is so necessary to […]
Downsides of DIY Outdoor Lights
DIY outdoor lights are not the bang for your buck that you’re hoping for. Home improvement retail stores and local landscapers sell fixtures that are made of aluminum or aluminum alloy—this is a red flag. The professionals know that aluminum does a poor job of withstanding different weather conditions. Aluminum fixtures also do not cooperate […]
Advantages of Commercial and Residential Outdoor Lights
There are numerous advantages of outdoor lights for both commercial and residential properties. Let’s dive into our list of 5 major benefits and explain how exterior illumination from a professional outdoor lighting contractor can achieve these results. 1. Visibility Perhaps the most obvious benefit is that of visibility. Outdoor lights help you, as well as […]
Spruce Up Your Property with String Lights
String lights are a simple way to elevate your outdoor area(s). They add just the right amount of ambiance, whether they are placed in your own backyard for dining alfresco or at your entertainment venue that hosts weddings, birthday parties, and or business events. You can guarantee these lights will transform your space into a […]
Outdoor Lighting Techniques 101
Here at NiteLites, we use a variety of outdoor lighting techniques based on what is appropriate to tastefully showcase your property. Certain styles are meant for specific purposes and in this article, we will detail some of our top methods that we use for our projects so you can start developing ideas to discuss with […]
Maximize Your Pool Area with Outdoor Lighting
It’s that time of year again–pool days, outdoor dinner parties, landscaping, tending to the garden, laying out, having a picnic… the possibilities are endless. Many of us are craving warmth and fresh air after another winter season of being mostly indoors and dealing with less than ideal weather. One of the best ways to soak […]
Health Benefits of Outdoor Living
How often is your beautiful outdoor living space being utilized? We know that for a lot of people, the weather is just now becoming suitable for outdoor activities–which means now is the time to take advantage of all that nature has to offer for the next several months. Research has shown that there are numerous […]
Functional Outdoor Workspace Tips
Remote work has become a part of our new normal ever since the pandemic hit. With that being said, unique trends like having an outdoor workspace are undoubtedly on the rise. Especially as the warmer months approach us, more and more people are going to be taking meetings outside from the comfort of their homes. […]
How Outdoor Lighting Boosts Curb Appeal
First impressions are important–especially when it comes to the curb appeal of your property and if you’re potentially looking to sell in the future. “You want them to want to come inside the house,” says Sidney Torres, from CNBC’s “The Deed.” Imagine this: you are driving past a house you’re interested in (at night) and […]