Question 1

How do I choose between path lighting, uplighting, and moonlighting?

Accepted Answer

Path lighting handles safety and guides people along walkways—functional first. Uplighting creates drama by washing tree trunks, architectural features, or specimen shrubs with light from below. Moonlighting places warm fixtures high in tree canopies to cast a soft dappled glow down onto patios and lawns, mimicking natural moonlight. A good design layers all three so the yard has depth at night instead of flat hot spots.

Question 2

What does landscape lighting cost in Vancouver?

Accepted Answer

Small starter packages (6–10 fixtures covering a front walk or one tree) typically run $2,500–$4,500 installed. Mid-sized residential designs with 15–25 fixtures covering the whole front yard range from $5,000 to $10,000. Full-property lighting (front, back, trees, paths, deck, uplighting the house) for larger estates runs $12,000–$30,000+. Transformers, controllers, and wiring are included—no surprise line items.

Question 3

How long does a lighting install take?

Accepted Answer

Most residential installs are done in 1–3 days on site. We trench low-voltage wire along bed edges, install fixtures, tune aim at night (critical and often skipped), and program the smart controller. For larger properties or when paired with a full landscape build, lighting is usually the final step so nothing gets damaged during hardscape or planting.

Question 4

Do LED systems actually hold up in Vancouver's wet weather?

Accepted Answer

When specified properly, yes—this is what low-voltage LED landscape systems are built for. We use marine-grade brass and copper fixtures (not cheap aluminum that pits in our rain), sealed connections with silicone-filled connectors, and IP65+ rated fixtures. A proper install here lasts 20+ years with only occasional bulb changes. The biggest failures come from big-box DIY kits with plastic housings and twist-cap connectors—those won't survive two winters.

Question 5

Do you design, install, and service the lighting yourselves?

Accepted Answer

Yes—Landscapify has an in-house lighting designer and dedicated low-voltage electricians. We use professional brands (FX Luminaire, Kichler, Unique Lighting) with lifetime fixture warranties and partner with AMP-certified designers for custom projects. Our work carries a 5-year workmanship warranty, and annual service visits (bulb changes, re-aiming after growth, trimmer damage repairs) are offered on an hourly basis or as part of maintenance packages.

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