Landscape Lighting Installation in Buffalo & Western NY: Erie & Niagara County
Why Professional Landscape Lighting Installion Matters in Erie and Niagara County
Elevate Your Evenings With Landscape Lighting for Western NY Weather
Around here, the ground freezes with frigid temperatures and thaws in hot temperatures, which creates a lot of shifting. That is why outdoor lighting has to be designed, not just installed. We create lighting that looks beautiful on day one and stays consistent through Western NY’s toughest stretches.
As your local landscape lighting company, we map your architecture and plantings, choose the right beam spreads, and protect every connection. We balance voltage, use GFCI‑safe power, and seal copper‑to‑copper splices with adhesive‑lined heat‑shrink—so your system holds aim, resists corrosion, and avoids nuisance trips. You get safer steps, calmer paths, and architecture that pops—no ladders, no guesswork, no headaches.
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Our Landscape Lighting Installation Across Erie County & Niagara County
We design, install, and maintain custom 12V low‑voltage landscape lighting for homes and businesses—built for Buffalo winters and your exact layout.
What's Included
- Custom design mockups so you can preview your outdoor lighting plan
- On‑site cut‑to‑fit placement and aiming for architecture and plantings
- Weather‑rated fixtures, wire, transformer, neat hidden cabling, timers/photocells
- Professional installation with an optional seasonal maintenance plan

Popular Add-ons
- Trees, Ridges & Peaks
- Color Patterns and RGB Effects
- Storefront Framing and Commercial Outlines
- Path and Step Lighting
- Wall Washes/Grazers
- Spotlight Accents

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This installation is 1 transformer, 6 brass lights with a 30-degree angle, and set dusk to dawn. See our gallery for the other side of the front house lit up!
Fixtures & Optics
- Commercial‑grade brass, bronze, or aluminum fixtures
- Replaceable LED lamps matched to your architecture and plantings
- Correct beam angles for uplighting, grazing, silhouette, and cross‑lighting
- Moonlighting, wall washing, path/bollard, and step/railing illumination
- Underwater/pond accents and deck/patio/bistro treatments

Power, Wiring & Controls
- 12V clamp‑connect multi‑tap transformer (12V/15V; 150W baseline, scalable)
- Direct‑burial cable with copper‑to‑copper twists and adhesive‑lined heat‑shrink
- Watertight splices for corrosion resistance in wet, freeze‑thaw conditions
- Timers + photocells for dusk‑to‑dawn convenience
- Optional smart controls for scenes, schedules, and zoning

Because our counties see wind corridors and heavy, wet snow, we manage aim angles, add glare shields, use dark‑sky‑minded aiming, and place fixtures for durability and plant health.
Policy notes: we’re fully insured, we don’t install client‑supplied lights, and we stand behind our workmanship.
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What to Expect From Our Landscape Lighting Installation in Erie County & Niagara County Areas
We keep our process simple and streamlined to the end!
Consult & Design
We walk your property, discuss goals, and note architecture, terrain, and plantings. You’ll see multiple design tiers—from a few strategic fixtures to a full estate plan—plus a mockup so you know exactly what you’ll get. We’ll also discuss material options and maintenance.
On‑Site Seamless Installation
We fine‑tune fixture locations and beam spreads for your facades, trees, paths, and entries. We account for county weather realities: wind exposure influencing stake depth and aiming, freeze‑thaw around hardscape cuts, and GFCI‑safe power access.
Pro Install with Safety Checks
Our trained, insured crews install direct‑burial cable with neat runs, twist copper‑to‑copper splices sealed with adhesive‑lined heat‑shrink, and a multi‑tap transformer balanced to minimize voltage drop. We set timers/photocells for dusk‑to‑dawn and verify voltages and GFCI protection under load.
In‑Season Maintenance Response
After dark, we refine beam angles, reduce glare, and check uniformity. When heavy wet snow hits, we offer rechecks to ensure fixtures haven’t shifted. We avoid installs during active icing and protect penetrations and connections from standing water.
Takedown & Storage
Seasonal tune‑ups include lens cleaning, re‑aiming for plant growth, fixture leveling, and fast repair response during the lighting season. Typical LED lifespans for our projects range from 25,000–50,000 hours, depending on environment and usage.
Typical timelines: Consults can happen quickly; installs are scheduled in batches as the season ramps up. Early booking is recommended to ensure we can get you scheduled!.
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Experts you can rely on:
- Installed lighting on 100+ residential and commercial properties across the Buffalo region
- Built specifically for local conditions: lake‑effect bands, open‑corridor winds, and freeze‑thaw
- Fully insured crews trained in safe installation practices
- Neat cable management and GFCI‑protected circuits for reliability
- Stable fixture mounting, sealed splices, and ladder safety on every job
Materials matter. We specify commercial‑grade fixtures and direct‑burial wiring with proper load calculations, plus multi‑tap transformers to balance output and reduce voltage drop.
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Schedule Your Landscape Lighting Installation Today in Erie County & Niagara County
If you want a brilliant, balanced display without the ladders and the guesswork, we’re ready to help across Erie County, Niagara County, and the greater Buffalo region. We’re fully insured, we use pro‑grade materials, and we handle everything—design to storage—so you can simply enjoy the season.
Your satisfaction is our guarantee—we’ll make it right.
Reach out by filling out the form below, or give us a call! Hearth and Halo is your local, professional holiday lighting installer near you!
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F&Q: Landscape Lighting Installation
How early should I book landscape lighting in Erie County or Niagara County?
Booking a few weeks ahead helps us plan around weather and plant growth, especially before freeze‑thaw or leaf‑out seasons. We work year‑round, but we avoid installs during active icing and heavy storms. Spring, summer, and early fall are ideal for dialing in wire routing and fixture placement, while summer allows for rapid aiming with full foliage. If you need a specific event date, contact us early so we can advise realistic windows for design, permitting (if required), and installation.
What does your landscape lighting service include for homes in Erie and Niagara counties?
Our service covers custom design mockups, on‑site cut‑to‑fit placement, commercial‑grade fixtures and direct‑burial wiring, multi‑tap 12V transformers, sealed heat‑shrink splices, timers/photocells, professional installation, night aiming, and optional seasonal maintenance. We tailor beam spreads and outputs for architecture, trees, paths, and steps with glare control and dark‑sky‑friendly aiming. You’ll receive a clean, balanced look built for Western NY weather.
Can you install landscape lights that we purchased?
We don’t install client‑supplied lights. To ensure performance and safety through lake‑effect snow, wind, and freeze‑thaw, we specify compatible commercial‑grade fixtures, wiring, transformers, and connectors. That allows us to manage voltage, seal every splice correctly, and stand behind the workmanship and components. If you have a prior system, we can evaluate a retrofit and reuse suitable infrastructure where appropriate.
What kind of LEDs and materials do you use?
We use commercial‑grade brass, bronze, or aluminum fixtures with replaceable LED lamps selected for color temperature and beam spread. Systems are 12V low‑voltage with clamp‑connect multi‑tap transformers to balance runs. We install direct‑burial cable and twist copper‑to‑copper conductors sealed with adhesive‑lined heat‑shrink for watertight connections. Controls use timers and photocells for dusk‑to‑dawn; smart options are available if you want app‑based scenes and zoning.
How fast do you handle maintenance if something goes wrong?
If a fixture shifts or a lamp fails, we aim to respond quickly, with typical in‑season targets within 24–48 hours when schedules and weather allow. We check connections, clean lenses, re‑aim beams, and verify transformer taps and GFCI function. A seasonal maintenance plan keeps everything dialed as plants grow and the weather moves fixtures. Start a ticket through our Contact page.
What places do you provide services to in Erie County or Niagara County?
All of them! We cover both counties from our West Seneca hub and the surrounding suburbs and cities. For the easiest path, choose your suburb from our Service Areas Hub, or reach out if you don’t see your town listed—we’ll confirm coverage and next steps for consultation and design.
Are you insured for installations across the Buffalo area?
Yes—we’re fully insured, and our crews are trained for safe installation: proper ladder practices, neat cable management, sealed connections, GFCI‑protected circuits, and careful placement around landscaping and hardscape. We document transformer settings and verify voltages under load so your system performs reliably through wet, cold, and windy conditions typical in Erie and Niagara counties.
Do you offer smart controls or color‑changing landscape lighting?
Absolutely. While timers and photocells suit most projects, we can package smart controls for app‑based scenes, schedules, and dimming zones. For accents, we offer RGB/RGBW effects and color patterns—great for seasonal looks or brand colors on commercial sites. We still prioritize dark‑sky‑friendly aiming and neighbor‑aware cutoff so the display looks refined, not harsh.
Can you retrofit an older halogen system to LED?
No. We don’t retrofit or work on existing client‑supplied systems. We install our own complete, professionally specified low‑voltage lighting systems to ensure safety, compatibility, and long‑term reliability.
Why we don’t retrofit:
- Unknown wiring condition and splice quality
- Mismatched transformers and voltage drop issues
- Fixture corrosion, water ingress, and code/safety concerns
- Inconsistent performance through freeze‑thaw, wind, and wet conditions
What we do instead:
- Design a new, end‑to‑end system with commercial‑grade fixtures
- Specify multi‑tap transformers, direct‑burial cable, and sealed heat‑shrink splices
- Calibrate beam spreads and aim for the architecture and plantings
- Provide night aiming and optional maintenance for lasting results
What’s your satisfaction guarantee?
Your satisfaction is our guarantee—we’ll make it right within the scope of our service. That includes addressing workmanship issues, re‑aiming for comfort and glare control, and verifying connections and settings. If something feels off after installation, contact us, and we’ll schedule a check so your lighting looks and performs the way it should.