Outdoor lighting changes how a home is used after dark — walkways become safe, plantings get depth, and entries feel welcoming instead of dark. The electrical side has to handle weather, water, and ground burial, which is why outdoor work follows a different set of code rules than interior wiring.
Apex Power Solutions installs low-voltage landscape systems on weather-rated 12V transformers and line-voltage exterior circuits on WR/TR receptacles with in-use covers. Every exterior receptacle is GFCI-protected per NEC 210.8(A)(3), and every direct-burial run is in the right cable type and at the right depth for the AHJ.
What's Included
- On-site walk to mark fixture locations and aiming before installation
- Dedicated exterior GFCI circuit from the panel where needed
- Low-voltage transformer mounted on an exterior wall with weatherproof feed
- Fixtures secured with stakes or surface mounts and aimed for final scene
- Direct-burial cable run at proper depth per NEC 300.5
- Photocell or astronomic timer for automatic dusk-to-dawn operation
Materials, Equipment & Code
- FX Luminaire, Kichler, or VOLT brass / cast aluminum path and accent fixtures
- Multi-tap 150W–300W transformers with photocell and timer
- 12-2 direct-burial low-voltage cable; UF-B cable for any line-voltage runs
- In-use weatherproof receptacle covers per NEC 406.9(B)
Safety & Compliance
- All exterior receptacles GFCI-protected per NEC 210.8(A)(3)
- Cable buried at depth required by NEC 300.5 for the cable type and circuit voltage
- Penetrations through siding sealed with exterior-rated sealant to prevent water entry
Our 4-Step Process
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Call or Submit the Form
Call Apex Power Solutions LLC at +1 (555) 847-3291 or use the form on this page to describe what you need.
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Free On-Site Assessment & Written Estimate
A licensed electrician visits, assesses the work, and delivers a detailed written estimate with no hidden charges.
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Permitted, Code-Compliant Installation
Once approved, our crew completes the work to current NEC and Georgia code, pulling permits where the job requires inspection.
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Final Walkthrough & Cleanup
The lead electrician walks you through every completed item, demonstrates new equipment, and leaves the work area cleaner than we found it.
Questions about Outdoor Lighting
Q: Low voltage or line voltage — which is right for landscape lighting?
A: Most residential landscape systems are low voltage. The fixtures are safer near children and pets, the wiring is easier to extend or move, and the lower output suits planting accents and pathways. Line-voltage fixtures are used for security flood lights, sconces near doors, and any application that needs higher output.
Q: Can the system come on automatically at sunset?
A: Yes. Every system we install includes a photocell, an astronomic timer, or both, so the lights come on at dusk and turn off at a time you choose. Smart-controlled systems are also available with phone control and scene presets.
Q: Will the cable run be visible across the yard?
A: No. We trench or fish low-voltage cable to a depth that keeps it well below mower blades and aerator tines. Beds and turf are restored after burial so the only visible part of the system is the fixture itself.
Related Services
- Lighting InstallationRecessed, under-cabinet, pendant, and smart lighting — planned with you, installed cleanly, and controlled the way you want.
- Outlets & SwitchesNew, additional, or replacement receptacles and switches — GFCI, AFCI, USB, dedicated, and tamper-resistant per current code.
- Safety InspectionsDocumented whole-home inspection covering panel, branch circuits, grounding, GFCI/AFCI protection, and code-required smoke and CO devices.