Landscape Lighting Design
San Francisco, CA
Custom outdoor lighting design and professional installation for homes and businesses throughout San Francisco and the Bay Area.
Licensed & Insured
CA Landscape Contractor
Free Consultation
No obligation estimate
LED Specialists
Energy-efficient systems
Bay Area Experts
All SF neighborhoods
San Francisco properties deserve outdoor lighting that works with the city's dramatic topography, foggy evenings, and architectural variety — not generic off-the-shelf kits. Our landscape lighting designers create custom LED systems tailored to your property's layout, whether that's uplighting century-old trees in Pacific Heights, illuminating winding steps in Russian Hill, or accenting a drought-tolerant garden in the Sunset District.
Well-designed landscape lighting extends the usability of your outdoor spaces into the evening, increases home security, and adds significant curb appeal. Every system we design is energy-efficient, weather-rated for coastal conditions, and wired for easy future expansion.
Custom pathway and accent lighting designed for San Francisco residential properties
Landscape Lighting Services in San Francisco
Design, installation, and maintenance — all handled in-house
Pathway & Step Lighting
Safe, attractive lighting for garden paths, stairs, and walkways. Essential in San Francisco's hilly terrain where steps and uneven grades are common. We size fixtures to provide clear visibility without glare.
Uplighting for Trees & Shrubs
Dramatic uplighting transforms specimen trees and large shrubs into nighttime focal points. Particularly striking with San Francisco's mature eucalyptus, redwoods, and ornamental flowering trees.
Architectural Accent Lighting
Highlight your home's architectural features — window frames, columns, stonework, and facades. Carefully angled to complement the Victorian and Edwardian styles common throughout SF neighborhoods.
Deck & Patio Lighting
Extend outdoor entertaining well into San Francisco evenings. We design layered lighting for decks and patios: overhead ambient, step lighting, and table-height accents that create the right atmosphere.
Security & Perimeter Lighting
Strategic placement of motion-activated and low-level perimeter lighting deters intruders while maintaining the aesthetic of your landscaping. Designed to be functional without creating a harsh, industrial appearance.
Low-Voltage LED Systems
Complete low-voltage LED landscape lighting systems: transformer sizing, wiring layout, fixture selection, and zone programming. LED uses up to 80% less energy and lasts 25x longer than halogen alternatives.
Landscape Lighting Pricing — San Francisco
Transparent pricing. Free on-site estimates. No surprise charges.
| Service | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lighting Design Consultation | Free | On-site visit, property assessment |
| Pathway Lighting (6-10 fixtures) | $1,500 – $3,000 | LED, fully wired |
| Uplighting Package (4-8 trees) | $2,000 – $4,500 | Adjustable LED spotlights |
| Full Front Yard Lighting System | $3,500 – $7,000 | Path, accent, security |
| Complete Property Lighting | $6,000 – $15,000+ | All zones, smart controls |
| Deck & Patio Lighting | $2,000 – $5,000 | Ambient + accent |
| Transformer & Smart Controller | $400 – $1,200 | Timer, dimmer, app control |
| Annual Maintenance Plan | $300 – $600/yr | Adjustment, bulb replacement |
Prices vary based on property size, number of fixtures, wiring complexity, and materials chosen. Call for your free on-site estimate.
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Neighborhoods We Serve in San Francisco
Landscape lighting design and installation across all of SF and the Bay Area
Not sure if we cover your address? Call us — we almost certainly do.
Outdoor lighting design, San Francisco, CA
How Our Landscape Lighting Process Works
From initial consultation to a fully operational lighting system
Free On-Site Consultation
We visit your San Francisco property at dusk when possible — to see exactly how existing light falls and identify key areas to illuminate. We assess your goals, property layout, and electrical access points.
Custom Lighting Plan
Our designers create a detailed lighting plan: fixture types, placement locations, wiring routes, transformer sizing, and zone assignments. You review and approve the design before any work begins.
Professional Installation
Our licensed team installs every fixture, runs all low-voltage wiring, programs the transformer and controls, and walks you through operating your new system. We test every zone before we leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does landscape lighting design cost in San Francisco?
Landscape lighting design and installation in San Francisco typically ranges from $2,500 to $8,000 for a standard residential property. Simple pathway lighting starts around $1,500, while full multi-zone systems for larger properties can reach $15,000 or more. We offer free on-site consultations with no obligation so you know the cost before committing.
What types of landscape lighting do you design and install?
We design and install pathway lights, uplighting for trees and architectural features, step lights, deck and patio lighting, security lighting, garden spotlights, and complete low-voltage LED systems. Every design is custom-planned for your specific property and San Francisco's coastal climate conditions.
Which San Francisco neighborhoods do you serve?
We serve all San Francisco neighborhoods — Pacific Heights, Nob Hill, Marina, Russian Hill, Richmond, Sunset, Castro, Mission, Noe Valley, Presidio Heights, Sea Cliff, and more. We also serve Daly City, South San Francisco, Oakland, and Berkeley.
How long does landscape lighting installation take?
Most residential landscape lighting projects are completed in 1-3 days. A simple front yard pathway system takes about 4-6 hours. A complete multi-zone property system typically takes 2-3 days. We work efficiently and leave your property clean at the end of each day.
Do you only use LED landscape lighting?
Yes — we exclusively design and install LED landscape lighting systems, which use up to 80% less electricity than halogen fixtures and last 25 times longer. LED performs better in San Francisco's foggy, humid coastal conditions and eliminates the heat buildup that can damage plants when fixtures are placed too close.
Start Your San Francisco Landscape Lighting Project
Free consultation. Custom design. Professional installation across all of San Francisco and the Bay Area.
Serving Pacific Heights, Nob Hill, Marina, Russian Hill, Richmond, Sunset, Castro, Mission, Noe Valley, and all of San Francisco