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Outdoor Lighting Installation Guide

Outdoor Lighting Types

Garden/Landscape

  • Spotlights for feature trees
  • Path lights for walkways
  • Bollard lights for driveways
  • Underwater lights for pools

Security

  • Motion sensor lights
  • Floodlights
  • Smart connected lights

Power Options

  • Mains (240V): Requires electrician, bright, reliable
  • Low voltage (12V/24V): Safer, easier to install
  • Solar: No wiring, depends on sun

Installation Costs

  • Garden light: $150-300 each installed
  • Security light: $200-400 installed
  • Full garden lighting: $2,000-10,000

Legal Requirements

240V outdoor lighting must be installed by licensed electrician with weatherproof fittings.

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