• What is the difference between low voltage lighting and the lighting I currently have in my home?

    The most commonly used light sources are powered by 120 volt current, or line voltage. Low voltage lighting operates on 12 volt current, which is the equivalent of a car battery.





  • What are the benefits of low voltage lighting?

    Low voltage lights consume less energy than traditional light sources. It’s safer, and it costs approximately one-third less to operate a low voltage light than a line voltage light. In addition, 12 volt lamps have a more compact design than 120 volt lamps, and therefore result in smaller fixtures, providing more options for landscape lighting systems.





  • Can I install a system on my own?

    According to Nightscaping™, a leading outdoor lighting system vendor since 1959,




  • What are the main benefits of a landscape lighting system?

    A well-designed outdoor lighting system adds ambience and beauty to any building and landscape. In addition, lighting systems provided added home security, and increases the safety of your home by lighting pathways, doorways, and lawns. A lighting system also adds value to your property.





  • Do low voltage lighting systems look different from line voltage systems?

    Yes, in several noticeable ways. The first is that low voltage lamps produce light that is of a better quality than line voltage lamps. The second is that the light from low voltage lamps can be aimed in beams, while light from line voltage systems tends to radiate in all directions. Third, the smaller lamps and fixtures allowed by low voltage can be placed so they are not visible during the day. Finally, due to the low energy requirements for 12 volt lamps, these lamps can be used to illuminate waterscapes, fountains and ponds.





  • Does a low voltage lighting system require the same amount of labor to install as a line voltage system?

    No, a low voltage system requires much less in the way of labor. For instance, wire for 120 volt systems must be buried at least 18 inches in the ground and covered by a protective conduit, while wire for 12 volt systems only needs to be hidden. Maintenance costs are also decreased, as 12 volt lamps last far longer than the standard 110 volt lamps.





  • What is the potential for electrical shock with a low voltage system?

    Unlike standard 120 volt systems, there is no risk of electrical shock if a cable is cut. Low voltage lighting systems can get wet without resulting in damage to the system, unlike traditional systems, which need to be waterproof to ensure safe, consistent function.