Frequently Asked Questions
Typical Project Invoicing
Upon Acceptance, 50% of the project is due as a down payment. The remainder of the project payment is due after completion.
Can I Have Colored Light In My Display?
Yes! The cost to add color capable lights to any display is larger than regular white lights, but it can be done. We've completed several color displays for clients that want to change their lights for many holidays throughout the year. As a part of this package, we'd set up several pre-determined themes. Each theme can be used by changing the system with your smartphone.
How Do The Lights Turn On?
All our landscape lighting systems are set up to turn on automatically via a timer or photocell. Clients will not need to worry about turning the displays on every night.
How Will Landscape Lighting Effect My Energy Bill?
With LED technology, the monthly cost added on to your energy bill is minimal. Looking at a national average for energy cost, we expect the average display to add $3 - $6 per month.
How Do The Lights Hold Up Against Weather?
At Traditions, we always recommend using the highest grade landscape lights for your display. With many brands to choose from, we've found a couple that stand out above the rest. Faced against weather, these fixtures can last for many many years. With the highest grade fixtures, the LED bulbs are even 100% sealed into the fixture itself, not allowing any moisture to get in.
Can I Add More Lights In The Future?
Yes! Once a lighting system is in place, it's typically simple to add on more lights. We often work with clients to get a starting display to fit a budget, while also designing a larger display to add in future years.
What Are The Benefits To Having Landscape Lighting?
Here at Traditions, we focus on three benefits for all our clients:
1. Safety - keep everyone safe when walking around at night
2. Security - help prevent unwanted intruders, even when you are away from home
3. Beauty - shed some light on the most unique features at your property
With a wide range of fixtures and the technological advancements of lighting systems, we can set up displays that really fit our clients' needs and capture each benefit above.
1. Safety - keep everyone safe when walking around at night
2. Security - help prevent unwanted intruders, even when you are away from home
3. Beauty - shed some light on the most unique features at your property
With a wide range of fixtures and the technological advancements of lighting systems, we can set up displays that really fit our clients' needs and capture each benefit above.
What Does Landscape Lighting Cost?
With each landscape being unique on its own, so is each landscape lighting system. Cost for the entire system varies greatly depending on the application. A typical starting point for many residential clients is around $2,000 - $4,000. From there, costs go up based on landscape requirements and client requests. We've completed both smaller projects and much larger projects. Don't hesitate to reach out and see what we can do for your property!
How Does the Process Work?
Start by contacting your Traditions representative to set up a free consultation at your property. From there, we'll provide you with multiple proposal options, pictures of example products, and a landscape drawing of your property - all emailed for your convenience. After a project is finalized, we'll bring in the necessary lights and schedule an install date. After install is complete, if your project requires it, we'll do a quick walk through on your system at a later date. Lastly, we offer a yearly maintenance package that if agreed to, will begin the following season.
Are You Insured?
Yes! We carry a $1,000,000 liability for each occurrence.