The right outdoor lighting transforms a property after dark. It makes paths and steps safer, deters intruders, and turns the features you spent good money on, the patio, the trees, the stonework, into something beautiful at night. Peace Love Landscaping designs and installs low-voltage landscape lighting across Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and the Greater Toronto Area.
Landscape lighting we install
- Pathway and walkway lighting for safe, welcoming routes
- Tree and feature uplighting that adds drama and depth
- Patio and deck lighting to extend your evenings outdoors
- Security and entrance lighting for safety and peace of mind
- Garden and bed lighting to highlight planting and stonework
- LED retrofits and upgrades for existing systems
Why low-voltage LED is the right choice
Modern landscape lighting runs on a low-voltage system fed by a transformer, which makes it safe to work around and gentle on your energy bill. Paired with LED fixtures, it sips power, lasts for years and throws a warm, even light that flatters a home rather than blasting it. Compared with old halogen systems, LED uses a fraction of the energy and almost never needs a bulb change.
Safer evenings, better curb appeal
There are two payoffs to good landscape lighting, and most clients want both. The first is safety and security: lit paths and steps prevent stumbles, and a well-lit home is far less appealing to anyone with bad intentions. The second is pure beauty: uplit trees, a glowing patio and softly lit garden beds give your home real presence after dark and stretch how long you can enjoy your outdoor space into the evening.
What landscape lighting costs
Cost comes down to the number of fixtures, the size of the transformer and the complexity of the layout and wiring. A focused front-entrance and pathway scheme is a smaller project than lighting an entire property. We design to your priorities and budget, and you can always start with the key areas and expand the system later, that is one of the advantages of a low-voltage setup.
Built to last, easy to live with
We install quality fixtures and weatherproof connections built for Ontario conditions, and we lay out the system so it is easy to maintain and simple to add to down the road. Once it is in, a landscape lighting system asks almost nothing of you beyond enjoying it.
Landscape lighting in Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton and Stoney Creek
We design, install and maintain landscape lighting from Oakville and Burlington to Waterdown, Ancaster, the Hamilton Mountain and Stoney Creek. We work with homeowners across Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and the surrounding Greater Toronto Area. It pairs perfectly with a new patio or landscape design.
Lighting techniques that make the difference
Beautiful landscape lighting is about technique, not just fixtures. We mix several approaches to create depth and avoid the flat, over-lit look of a poorly planned system:
- Uplighting a fixture at the base of a tree or wall, washing light upward for drama
- Downlighting fixtures set high to cast a soft, moonlight-like glow
- Path lighting low fixtures that light the ground, not your eyes
- Silhouetting backlighting a feature so its shape reads against a wall
- Grazing light skimmed across stone or textured surfaces to show off the detail
The art is in restraint and balance, lighting the right things and leaving the rest in shadow, so your home looks layered and inviting rather than washed out.
Types of landscape lighting fixtures
Most good systems use four or five fixture types, each with a specific job.
| Fixture | What it does | Where we use it |
|---|---|---|
| Path light | Low, shaded light pointed at the ground | Walkways, bed edges, driveway borders |
| Spotlight or uplight | Narrow or medium beam aimed upward | Trees, columns, the front facade |
| In-ground well light | Uplight set flush with the ground, nothing to trip on or mow around | Lawn areas, beside walkways, narrow beds |
| Wash or flood light | Wide, soft beam | Walls, hedges, large planting beds |
| Downlight | Mounted high in a tree or under an eave, pointing down | Patios and lawns, for a moonlight effect |
| Step and hardscape light | Small fixture built into a riser or wall cap | Stairs, seat walls, retaining walls |
| Deck and post cap light | Fixture in a post cap, rail or deck board | Deck stairs, railings, perimeters |
The right mix depends on the house and the garden, which is why we plan the layout before choosing fixtures. Our landscape lighting installation guide explains layout and voltage drop in more detail.
Colour temperature: 2700K or 3000K?
Colour temperature, measured in kelvin (K), decides whether the light looks warm or cold. It matters more than most people expect.
- 2700K, warm white. Matches most indoor lighting and flatters brick, wood, warm stone and entrances. Our default for the front of most homes.
- 3000K, soft white. Slightly crisper. Works well on grey stone, modern facades and green foliage.
- 2200K amber. Very warm, low glare and gentler on night wildlife. A good choice near ravines and naturalized areas.
- 4000K and above. Cool, blue-white light that looks commercial on a house. We avoid it for residential work.
Two rules matter more than the exact number: keep every fixture in one view at the same colour temperature, and keep it at 3000K or below, which is what DarkSky International recommends for outdoor lighting. Mixing a 2700K path light with a 4000K replacement bulb is the most common reason a system suddenly looks wrong.
Lighting for security and safety
Good lighting is one of the simplest, most effective deterrents there is. A home with no dark corners to hide in is far less appealing to anyone with bad intentions, and well-lit entrances, paths and steps prevent the trips and falls that happen on dark Ontario evenings. We light for security without turning your yard into a floodlit parking lot, using warm, even light that covers the vulnerable spots while still looking elegant. The result keeps your family safer and your home more secure, every night, automatically.
Smart controls and timers
Modern low-voltage systems are easy to automate. A timer or photocell turns your lighting on at dusk and off late at night with no thought from you, and smart controllers let you adjust scenes or schedules from your phone. You can have the front of the house light up as you arrive home, dim the patio later in the evening, or set everything to handle itself while you are away. We set the controls up to match how you actually use your home.
Caring for your system
A quality low-voltage LED system is close to fuss-free. The occasional task is simple: keep fixtures clear of mulch and overgrown planting, wipe lenses if they cloud, and have the system checked every year or two so connections stay weather-tight and the layout still suits a garden that has grown in. Because the fixtures are LED, you are not chasing burnt-out bulbs every season. We are always available to adjust, expand or service the system as your landscape matures.
Landscape lighting maintenance
A low-voltage system needs little, but it does need a yearly visit, usually in spring. Plants grow, mulch builds up, fixtures get knocked by mowers and snow shovels, and the timer drifts after power outages and time changes. A maintenance visit covers:
- Re-aiming fixtures that have shifted and adjusting for plants that have grown
- Raising fixtures buried by mulch and trimming foliage blocking the light
- Cleaning lenses and checking seals
- Testing the voltage at the fixtures and tightening or replacing corroded connections
- Replacing failed lamps with matching colour temperature
- Resetting the timer, photocell or smart controller
A yearly maintenance visit on a standard residential system typically runs about $150 to $400 plus any parts. We also check and repair existing systems, including converting older halogen systems to LED, which costs about $18 to $45 per lamp. If only part of the system has gone dark, the usual causes are a cut cable, a corroded connector or a tripped outlet feeding the transformer.
Where to start: a lighting plan
The best lighting projects start with a plan, not a pile of fixtures. We walk your property at dusk in our mind and identify what deserves light and what should stay dark. Usually we begin with the essentials, the front entrance, the driveway and the main paths, because those deliver safety and curb appeal right away. From there we add the features that make a yard special: a specimen tree, a stone wall, the patio. Planning it as a whole means the finished effect is balanced and intentional, and it lets you stage the work over time if you prefer.
Lighting your patio and outdoor living space
Lighting is what lets you actually use your patio after the sun goes down, and our summers are too short to lose those evenings. Soft, layered light around a seating or dining area extends the day and creates atmosphere you simply cannot get from a single harsh floodlight. We light steps and edges for safety, wash a nearby wall or planting for ambience, and keep glare out of your eyes so the space feels like an outdoor room rather than a stage. Paired with a new interlocking patio, good lighting doubles the hours you get to enjoy it.
Fixtures built for Ontario weather
Outdoor fixtures live a hard life here, baking sun, driving rain, deep frost and road salt. Cheap fixtures corrode, crack and fail within a season or two. We install quality, weather-rated fixtures with proper materials and sealed, waterproof connections built to survive Ontario conditions year after year. Spending a little more on the hardware up front is the difference between a system that still looks great in a decade and one you are replacing in two years.
Energy use and running costs
People are often surprised how little a modern landscape lighting system costs to run. LED fixtures draw a tiny fraction of the power of the old halogen systems, so even a generous layout adds very little to your hydro bill, and with a timer or photocell the lights only run when they are actually needed. Combined with fixtures that last for years, the running cost of a well-designed LED system is genuinely minor, especially set against the safety, security and enjoyment it adds every night.
The transformation after dark
Most homeowners spend a great deal on their landscape and then never see it after about seven in the evening for half the year. Lighting changes that completely. The same patio, trees and stonework that look good by day take on real depth and drama at night, and a home that disappears into darkness suddenly has presence and warmth from the street. Clients are consistently surprised at how much difference a well-designed lighting scheme makes, it is often the finishing touch that makes the whole landscape feel complete, and it is the feature guests comment on first.
Lighting that grows with your home
A low-voltage system is built to evolve. You might start by lighting the entrance and main paths, then add the patio next season and a feature tree the year after. Because the system is modular and we plan the layout with room to grow, expanding it later is straightforward, no tearing up the yard to start over. As your landscape matures and your planting fills in, we can adjust and add fixtures to keep the lighting looking its best. It is an investment that keeps paying off, and one we are always happy to come back and build on.
How a lighting project works with us
A landscape lighting project is quick and low-disruption compared with most outdoor work. We begin with a free consultation to understand what you want to achieve, safety, security, beauty or all three, and identify the features worth lighting. We design a layout and provide a written quote. On install day we position the fixtures, run and bury the low-voltage cabling, set the transformer and timer or smart control, and fine-tune the aim of each light, ideally at dusk so we can see the real effect. We walk the finished system with you and show you how the controls work. Most installations are completed in a day or two, and the transformation that first evening is something clients never forget.
Lighting homes across the region
We design and install landscape lighting throughout Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and the surrounding Greater Toronto Area, for everything from a simple, welcoming front-entrance scheme to a full property lit for beauty and security. Wherever you are in the region, we can show your home at its best after dark.
Frequently asked questions
Is low-voltage landscape lighting worth it?
Yes. It improves safety and security, lifts your home's curb appeal and lets you enjoy your yard after dark, all while using very little energy with modern LED fixtures.
How much does outdoor lighting cost?
It depends on the number of fixtures, the transformer size and the layout. We provide a free quote and can design a system that starts with key areas and expands over time.
Is landscape lighting hard to maintain?
No. LED low-voltage systems are very low maintenance, with no frequent bulb changes. We design for easy access and durability.
LED or halogen, which should I choose?
LED, without question. It lasts far longer, uses a fraction of the energy and runs cooler than halogen. We can also retrofit an older halogen system to LED.
Can I add to the system later?
Yes. A low-voltage system is easy to expand. Many clients start with the entrance and main paths, then add feature and patio lighting later.
Will the wiring be visible?
No. We bury the low-voltage cabling and conceal connections so all you see is the light, not the hardware.
How long does an install take?
Most landscape lighting installations are completed in one to two days, depending on the size of the system. The transformation that first evening is immediate.
Can the lights turn on automatically?
Yes. A timer or photocell switches the system on at dusk and off later automatically, and smart controllers let you adjust scenes and schedules from your phone.
Can you add lighting to my existing patio or garden?
Yes. Landscape lighting can be added to an established yard with minimal disruption. We work around existing planting and hardscape and bury the cabling so the finished look is clean.
What should I light first if I am on a budget?
Start with the entrance and main paths. They deliver the biggest gains in safety and curb appeal, and the low-voltage system makes it easy to add patio and feature lighting later.
Which areas do you serve for landscape lighting?
We design and install landscape lighting across Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and the surrounding Greater Toronto Area, for everything from a simple entrance scheme to a full property.
How much does landscape lighting maintenance cost?
A yearly maintenance visit on a standard residential system typically costs about $150 to $400 plus parts. It covers re-aiming, trimming, cleaning lenses, checking connections and voltage, replacing failed lamps and resetting the timer.
What colour temperature is best for landscape lighting?
For most homes, 2700K or 3000K warm white. 2700K suits brick, wood and entrances, and 3000K suits grey stone and foliage. Keep all fixtures in one view at the same temperature and avoid 4000K and above.
What are the main types of landscape lighting?
Path lights, spotlights or uplights, in-ground well lights, wash lights, downlights, step and hardscape lights, and deck lights. Most systems combine four or five of them.
Do you repair landscape lighting you did not install?
Yes. We check and repair existing low-voltage systems, trace dead zones, replace failed fixtures and convert older halogen systems to LED.
Do you install landscape lighting in Oakville and Stoney Creek?
Yes. We design, install and maintain landscape lighting across Oakville, Burlington, Waterdown, Ancaster, Hamilton and Stoney Creek.
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The standards we install to
Low-voltage LED landscape lighting follows Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) requirements for outdoor low-voltage systems and is installed by qualified team members. We work with industry-standard fixtures from established North American manufacturers. Landscape Ontario standards apply to documentation and project protection.
Wondering what this costs? Read our 2026 landscape lighting cost guide with system pricing by fixture count, component costs and what it actually costs to run.