Have you ever driven by a house and thought, “Who allowed that to happen?” If you have, no worries—we aren’t judging you. We’ve been there. We just want to prove one point—whatever you do to your house, people will notice in time.
That statement goes for yard signs, exterior painting, and, yes, outdoor lighting.
Outdoor lighting isn’t just for the holidays—it’s a year-round strategy that provides a multitude of benefits when done right.
In this blog, we’ll explore just how well-planned outdoor lighting can improve your home’s value and ensure people aren’t thinking, “Who allowed that to happen?”
Making a Good First Impression
No one wants to be blinded by light when they drive or walk past your home—that’s why strategic placement is key, and more isn’t always good. Well-placed lighting will successfully accentuate your home’s best features and important landscaping elements and highlight pathways, creating an inviting, warm, and safe atmosphere. This is especially important if you plan on reselling your home; when people walk onto your property, you want them to be immediately impressed.
And if you’re not planning on selling your home…well, there’s no shame in wanting to make your neighbors jealous.
Boosting Property Value
Outdoor lighting can actually boost property value when done right. This is not a lie—the National Realtors Association found in their 2023 Impact Report that landscape lighting projects a) had a 59% return on investment (ROI) and b) were the second-most valued remodeling project for homeowners (just after in-ground pool additions).
According to the report, adding landscape lighting (specifically 20 LED lights with a standard 600W transformer) resulted in a 45% increase in beauty and aesthetics and a 59% value recovered from the project.
Making your home more enjoyable while improving its value sounds like a win-win to us.
Energy Efficiency & Sustainability
More and more homeowners are looking for ways to minimize their carbon footprint (while saving money). Incorporating energy-efficient lighting solutions, like LED and solar-powered lights, can be appealing to homebuyers because they reduce electricity consumption and lower energy costs. Even if you don’t plan on selling your home, you’ll undoubtedly enjoy the money-saving aspect.
Safety & Functionality
Proper outdoor lighting significantly enhances the safety and functionality of a property. Even if you live in a safe neighborhood, nobody is safe from the darkness—a poorly lit walkway or pathway will, in time, cause a slip and fall.
Illuminating walkways, steps, and driveways reduces the risk of accidents while making the property more accessible during the evening hours. This aspect of outdoor lighting is especially important for families with children.
And if you plan to sell your home, a safer home often means a more valuable one.
Request a Free Demo Today
Sometimes seeing is believing—if you want to see how outdoor lighting can transform your home, request a free night demo today. We can design and install lighting for walkways, patios, pools, gardens, and more.