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ARGYLE, TEXAS
Landscape Lighting in Argyle, TX
Argyle lots are big, dark and full of trees. That is a lighting designer's dream and a planning challenge. We build low-voltage LED systems sized for acreage, long drives and estate homes.
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Landscape lighting in Argyle means planning for distance. We light the approach, the facade and the trees you see from the house, then add patio and security light. Cable runs and transformers are sized so far fixtures stay bright. You get a site visit, a written layout, a clean install and service calls afterward.
Since 1978
Dallas family business
5+ years
Commercial and large residential lighting
Fully insured
Liability and workers’ comp
4.5★ Google
Rated by DFW clients
What Argyle Properties Usually Need
Distance and darkness change the design on country lots.
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Canopy and Moonlighting
Soft downlights mounted high in mature trees let light filter through the leaves onto lawn and walks below. It reads like moonlight and keeps big yards from going black at night.
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Patios and Outdoor Living
Downlights in pergolas, step lights on decks and soft accents around seating let you use the patio, pool deck or outdoor kitchen long after sunset through the warm months.
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Long Driveway Lighting
A winding drive through trees can be pitch black. Low path fixtures or tree uplights spaced along the route mark the edges and lead visitors to the house without lighting the whole pasture.
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Gates, Fences and Barns
Entry gates, stone columns, fence lines and outbuildings are part of the scene on larger properties. Lighting them adds security and lets the property read as a whole from the road.
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Architectural Accent Light
We pick out the features that make a building worth a second look: a turret, arched windows, a stone chimney or a long brick wall, using narrow and wide beams in warm white.
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Lighting for Peace of Mind
Fixtures aimed at fence lines, side gates, back doors and parking areas leave fewer dark pockets around the property. Timers keep it all on schedule whether you are home or away.
Planning Light for Big Lots
On a half-acre or several acres, the far end of a wire run can be hundreds of feet from the transformer. Without planning, those fixtures look dim and yellow.
We break the property into circuits, size the transformer, or use more than one, and group fixtures so each run stays balanced. The result is even brightness from the gate to the back patio, with dark sky left where you want to see the stars.
Balanced circuits for long cable runs
Second transformer for distant areas
Shielded fixtures to protect night skies
Zones for drive, house and backyard
Our Five-Step Install
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Start With a Call
Tell us about the property, the trees and the spaces you use at night. We book a visit that fits your schedule in Argyle.
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Walk the Grounds
We look at trees, beds, walls, walks and the house itself, and note where you sit, park and enter after dark.
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Proposal and Plan
You receive a layout and proposal built from fixture count, wire runs and controls, with every cost factor explained in plain words.
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Clean Install
The crew tucks wire under turf and mulch, protects roots and sprinklers, and leaves beds looking the way they did that morning.
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Walkthrough and Service
We review the scene with you, set the schedule and stay a phone call away for adjustments and service calls.
Argyle and the Country Around It
Argyle sits between Denton and the fast-growing towns to the south, and it keeps a rural feel. Lighting here should respect that: warm, low and pointed at the things that matter.
Acreage and Horse Properties
Large lots with pastures, fencing and outbuildings call for targeted light: the drive, the gate, the house and a few signature trees. Leaving open land dark keeps the country character people move to Argyle for. We also keep light away from pastures and barns where animals rest, unless you ask for it there.
FM 407 Area
Newer neighborhoods along FM 407 mix large homes with younger landscapes. Facade and path lighting carry the design now, and the transformer can be sized to add tree lighting as plantings mature. Path light and a lit entry give new homes a finished look while the landscape is still filling in.
US 377 Corridor
Homes and businesses along US 377 are seen from a busy road. Lit entries, signs and front-yard trees help them stand out at night while keeping light aimed down and away from passing drivers. Businesses can set schedules to run past closing for security or shut off at a set hour.
Lantana and Canyon Falls Area
Master-planned neighborhoods near Argyle often have HOA standards and mature greenbelts. Shielded warm white fixtures, tasteful entry lighting and backyard accents are usually a clean fit. Greenbelt-facing backyards get soft patio and tree accents that respect the open space behind them. We can provide fixture details for HOA review if your association asks for it.
Estate Homes Deserve Restraint
Big homes tempt people to light everything. The better approach is to light the facade in layers, pick out the entry and a few architectural details, and frame the house with the trees around it.
We use warm white, shielded fixtures so the home glows rather than glares from the road. Our landscape lighting line, NTD, or Nite Time Decor, is designed around that idea of light where it counts and darkness everywhere else.
Layered facade washes and grazing
Focused light at the front entry
Trees framing the house
Dark areas kept dark on purpose
Pricing Comes Down to These
Cost is set by scope, and these are the pieces that make up the scope.
How much you light
Lighting only the street-facing view keeps a project tight. Adding the backyard, patio, side gates and every specimen tree grows the fixture list, the wire and the crew time together.
Distance across the lot
Large lots and acreage need longer cable runs and careful planning so the last fixture on a line is as bright as the first. Distance is a real factor on big properties.
Big trees, bigger fixtures
A forty-foot canopy needs stronger fixtures, wider beams or several lights to read well at night. Tall, wide trees are some of the most striking features, and they shape the scope.
Hardscape and surfaces
Running cable under a driveway, through a stone patio or along a retaining wall takes more work than tucking it under mulch. Built-in step and wall lights also add install time.
Timers and smart control
A simple photocell or timer keeps costs low. App control, multiple zones and scene scheduling add hardware and setup, and they are worth it for larger homes and commercial sites.
What DFW clients say
4.5-star average on Google from clients across Dallas-Fort Worth.
★★★★★
“This is the first year I have used this company, & I can say I am absolutely pleased! The designer and I agreed on the overall design, and the team executed it properly. Any issues that have arisen since install, they have been very prompt in their…”
Ellen Sterin
★★★★★
“These guys were amazing. Highly recommend them for all your decorative lighting needs.”
Alex Shaw
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“First season with them and hands down best service I’ve had. Very impressed with their service and communication. David was very professional and made the entire experience easy and worry free. Will definitely be keeping my business with them!”
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Argyle Landscape Lighting FAQ
Have a question we didn’t cover? Call 972-620-9560 or request a free quote online.
Can you light a long driveway in Argyle?
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Yes. We usually mark the edges with low path fixtures or uplight trees beside the drive, spaced so the route reads clearly without flooding the yard. On long drives we plan the wire runs and transformer size carefully so the far fixtures stay as bright as the near ones.
Will landscape lighting ruin the dark skies out here?
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It should not. We aim fixtures at specific features, use shields and glare guards, and keep light low and warm. Open land and pasture stay dark. Done right, the house and trees glow softly and you can still see the stars from the patio.
Do you light barns, gates and outbuildings?
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Yes. Gate columns, entry signs, fence lines and barns are common features on Argyle properties. Lighting them adds security and ties the whole property together at night. We plan these runs as their own circuit when they sit far from the house.
What does landscape lighting cost in Argyle?
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It depends on the property, so we do not quote a flat number. Fixture count, fixture material, transformer size, wire distance, hardscape crossings and the control system set the cost. After a site visit you get a written proposal with each of those factors spelled out, so you can trim or add scope with clear numbers in front of you.
Is low-voltage lighting safe around kids, pets and sprinklers?
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Yes, that is a main reason it is the standard for landscapes. A transformer steps household power down to a low voltage, usually around 12 volts, before it reaches the yard. The cable sits just under turf or mulch, and the fixtures are built for wet outdoor conditions, so sprinklers and curious pets are not a concern.
Are brass or copper fixtures worth the extra cost?
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In many spots, yes. Solid brass and copper hold up to heat, sprinklers and the odd bump from a mower, and they age into a natural patina instead of peeling. Aluminum fixtures cost less and work well in protected areas. We mix materials where it makes sense and explain the tradeoff.
What happens to the system in a big storm?
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Low-voltage fixtures are built to sit outside year-round. Heavy hail or a falling limb can still knock a fixture loose or crack a lens. When that happens, a service call gets it re-aimed or replaced. Good mounting and placement up front keeps storm repairs rare.
Can you fix or add to a system someone else installed?
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Often, yes. We look at the existing transformer, wire and fixtures, test what works and point out what needs to change. Sometimes a few new fixtures and better aiming are enough. Other times an aging system is worth redesigning. Either way, you get a straight answer after we see it.
Can you send a certificate of insurance?
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Yes. We carry liability insurance and workers' compensation, and we can send a certificate of insurance to an owner, HOA board or property manager before any work starts. It is a common request for commercial and association projects, and we keep current certificates ready to send.