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Landscape Lighting in Rowlett, TX
Landscape lighting for Rowlett homes on Lake Ray Hubbard and businesses downtown. Low-voltage LED for trees, patios, paths and signs, built for lakeside weather.
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Christmas Decor by Carruthers Decorative Lighting installs low-voltage LED landscape lighting in Rowlett, TX. We design lighting for trees, walks, patios, decks, facades and business signs, use sealed connections suited to lakeside ground and return for service. Call 972-620-9560, Monday through Friday, to schedule a visit.
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
Our Rowlett Outdoor Lighting Work
Our landscape lighting line, NTD (Nite Time Decor), covers each of these for homes and commercial sites.
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Patios and outdoor living
Deck, pergola and patio lighting makes the back yard usable after sunset. Downlights, step lights and hardscape fixtures keep the seating area comfortable, not glaring.
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Fountains and pools
Light on moving water reads beautifully after dark. We place sealed fixtures to catch the spray or ripple, keep cables out of sight and avoid glare on nearby seating.
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Tree uplighting
Fixtures at the base of oaks, elms and ornamental trees push light up through the canopy, so the trunk and branches become the focal point of the Rowlett yard after dark.
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Facade and architecture
Wash and grazing lights bring out stone, brick, columns and entry details. The goal is a balanced front elevation, with no hot spots and no dark gaps across the Rowlett house.
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Path and walkway lights
Low path fixtures mark the front walk, side gate and garden steps so guests in Rowlett can see where they are going, spaced to pool light rather than line up like a runway.
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Ongoing upkeep
A short service visit keeps the system looking the way it did on day one: fixtures straightened, lenses cleaned, wiring checked and schedules reset for the season.
Fixtures, Materials and Color
Fixture choice shapes how a system looks and how long it holds up. Brass and copper fixtures weather to a dark finish and shrug off sprinklers and lawn equipment; aluminum is lighter and lower in cost.
Color temperature matters as much as brightness. Warm white, around 2700K, flatters brick, stone and foliage and feels like a porch light. Cooler whites can look harsh on a Rowlett home, so we use them sparingly, mostly on blue-green plants or water.
Brass, copper or aluminum fixture bodies
Warm white near 2700K for most homes
Spot, wash, path, well and hardscape types
Beam spread matched to each target
How a Rowlett Project Runs
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Tell us the goal
Curb appeal, safety, a usable patio or all three. Your priorities decide where light goes first and what can wait.
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Site visit
We measure distances, photograph key trees and walls and check outlet locations so the plan reflects the real Rowlett lot.
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Plan the layout
You get a plan showing fixture types and locations, cable routes and transformer placement, with each cost factor explained.
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Installation day
Fixtures go in, cable is buried shallow and connections are sealed. Many home installs wrap up in a day or two.
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Service later
As plants grow we re-aim fixtures, clean lenses and swap failed parts on systems we installed, keeping the design as sharp as day one.
Rowlett on Lake Ray Hubbard
Rowlett wraps around Lake Ray Hubbard, and many homes have back yards facing the water or greenbelts. Outdoor living matters here, and so does weather: wind and storms come across the lake. We design for both, with sealed connections and fixtures placed to stay put.
Lakefront homes
Homes along Lake Ray Hubbard often have decks, patios and long views. Step lights, patio downlights and uplit shoreline trees light the space without shining across the water. Sealed connections and sturdy mounts help the system ride out wind and storms coming across the open water.
PGBT and I-30 corridors
Businesses near the President George Bush Turnpike and I-30 need clear sign and entry lighting on a schedule, so they read well to commuters after dark. Durable fixtures and sealed connections hold up to wind, heat and dust along these busy roads, with fewer service calls.
Downtown Rowlett
Shops and restaurants along Main Street in Downtown Rowlett benefit from lit signs, warm facade light and path lights that make an evening visit easy and comfortable. Fixtures tuck into planters and ledges so they disappear by day and keep attention on the storefronts.
Near Waterview Golf Club
Homes near Waterview and other green spaces have open back yards. Fence-line uplights and moonlighting add depth while keeping light off the course. Warm color temperatures and shielded fixtures keep the open view dark, so golfers and neighbors see a soft glow rather than bright points of light.
Light That Makes a Property Feel Safer
Good landscape lighting is quiet security. Instead of one harsh floodlight, we spread softer light across entries, side yards, gates, drives and the back fence line so there are fewer dark spots to hide in.
Steady, even light also helps doorbell and security cameras capture faces and plates. It keeps steps and walks safe for family and guests coming home late. For Rowlett homes and businesses alike, it does all that while still looking intentional from the street.
Fewer dark corners and hiding spots
Better images for security cameras
Safe footing on steps and walks
Softer than a single floodlight
What Shapes the Cost
Your proposal is built from these factors, explained line by line.
Front only or the whole lot
Many owners light the front first and add the back yard later. Phasing keeps the first project focused, spreads the investment over time and uses the same transformer and cable plan.
Power and cable runs
The distance from your outlet to each fixture group matters. Far fence lines, gazebos and detached features need longer cable runs or a second transformer.
Site conditions
Rock, thick roots, dense beds and finished hardscape all affect install time. We note them on the site visit so the proposal reflects the real work.
Smart control options
App control and multiple zones cost more than a basic timer. They are worth it when you want trees off at midnight but path lights on until dawn.
Brass vs aluminum
Material changes both price and lifespan. We show you both options for the fixtures that take the most abuse, like path lights near the lawn edge.
What DFW clients say
4.5-star average on Google from clients across Dallas-Fort Worth.
★★★★★
“These guys were amazing. Highly recommend them for all your decorative lighting needs.”
Alex Shaw
★★★★★
“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!”
Courtney Carrier
★★★★★
“Fast and courteous office staff and installers. Abraham my installer was excellent!”
robert simmons
Questions About Landscape Lighting in Rowlett
Have a question we didn’t cover? Call 972-620-9560 or request a free quote online.
What does landscape lighting cost in Rowlett?
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It depends on the number of fixtures, fixture material, transformer size, how far cable has to run and whether we cross hardscape. A front-yard plan and a full-property design are very different projects. We walk the property, then give you a written proposal that explains each factor so you can decide what to include now and what to add later.
Will lake winds damage fixtures in my Rowlett yard?
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Fixtures set on sturdy stakes or mounts and placed with a little shelter from beds and walls hold up well. We also leave cable slack and seal every connection. After a severe storm, a quick service visit can straighten or re-aim anything that shifted.
What happens to the lights after a big storm?
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Most systems ride out storms without trouble because connections are sealed and fixtures are staked firmly. Hail or high wind can knock a fixture out of aim or bury it in debris. Call the office and we will schedule a service visit to straighten, re-aim or replace anything damaged.
Will installation tear up my lawn and beds?
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No. Low-voltage cable only needs a shallow slit in turf or a run under mulch, not a wide trench. The crew works around irrigation heads and roots, closes the slits as it goes and leaves beds the way it found them. Within a few days the cable lines are hard to spot.
Why do you install LED instead of halogen?
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LED lamps draw much less power, last far longer and keep their color well over time. That means lower running costs and fewer service calls. Warm white LEDs near 2700K give the same cozy look halogen was known for without the heat and constant bulb changes.
Can you light a dock path or shoreline trees?
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Yes. We light the route from the house to the water with low path and step fixtures and uplight shoreline trees for depth. Fixtures are aimed back toward the property, so the lake stays dark and boaters are not dazzled. Sealed connections hold up to damp shoreline ground.
Is landscape lighting better than a floodlight for security?
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In many cases, yes. A single floodlight creates harsh glare and deep shadows next to it. Several softer fixtures spread across entries, side yards and fence lines leave fewer dark spots, help cameras see faces and keep the property looking welcoming.
Can I control the lights from my phone?
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Yes, with app-based control. You can set schedules, change zones and turn lights on for a party or off for travel from your phone. Simpler systems use a photocell that turns lights on at dusk and a timer that turns them off at an hour you choose.
Can I see how it will look before you install?
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Yes. We walk through the plan with you and show where each fixture goes and what it lights. Because placement is everything in landscape lighting, we also adjust aim and brightness after dark on install day, so the final look is tuned in person rather than left to chance.