FAQs
What services do you offer?
Garden Aglow is a full-service landscape lighting design, installation, and maintenance company serving the North Shore and Greater Boston area. We specialize exclusively in low-voltage outdoor lighting for residential properties, creating lighting plans that enhance ambiance, safety, security, and curb appeal without glare or over-illumination.
Our services include:
- Custom Landscape Lighting Design Renderings
Thoughtful, site-specific lighting plans tailored to your home’s architecture, landscape, and how you use your outdoor spaces. Designs prioritize warm, gentle illumination and long-term performance. Nighttime renderings provide images that demonstrate exactly how the lighting will appear. - Professional Installation
Expert installation of high-quality, low-voltage lighting systems using premium fixtures and components. We handle all layout, wiring, transformers, and system setup with minimal disruption to your property. - Lighting Renovations & Retrofits
Upgrades to existing systems, including fixture replacement, re-aiming, bulb optimization, transformer assessment, and redesigns to improve aesthetics and efficiency. - Ongoing Maintenance & Service Plans
Seasonal checkups, bulb replacement, fixture cleaning, system adjustments, and proactive maintenance to keep your lighting looking beautiful year after year. - Safety & Functional Lighting
Subtle illumination for steps, walkways, driveways, slopes, and entry points to improve visibility and reduce trip hazards—without sacrificing elegance. - Low-voltage Commercial, Architectural & Landscape Accent Lighting
Uplighting, downlighting, moonlighting, and grazing techniques to highlight trees, gardens, stonework, and architectural features.
We work closely with businesses, homeowners, landscape architects, designers, and contractors and are known for our collaborative approach, attention to detail, and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
Garden Aglow is a woman-owned, award-winning company, led by a certified outdoor lighting designer, with a philosophy centered on “glow, not glare.”
What makes Garden Aglow different?
Garden Aglow is not a volume lighting installer—we are a design-led landscape lighting studio focused on creating refined, long-lasting outdoor lighting that feels intentional, elegant, and timeless.
What sets us apart:
- Design First, Always
Every project begins with a custom lighting design—not a template. We consider your home’s architecture, landscape maturity, sightlines, neighboring properties, and how you actually use your outdoor spaces at night. - “Glow, Not Glare” Philosophy
Our lighting is subtle and layered. We intentionally use fewer fixtures, lower wattage, and warm color temperatures to create atmosphere without harsh brightness or light pollution. - Certified Expertise
Garden Aglow is led by a certified outdoor lighting designer and installer, trained through Rutgers University. Lighting is our sole focus—not an add-on to landscaping or electrical work. - Premium Materials & Craftsmanship
We specify high-quality, professional-grade fixtures and components designed for durability, performance, and serviceability in New England’s climate. - Thoughtful Installation
Our installations are clean, discreet, and respectful of your property. Wiring is carefully concealed, fixtures are precisely aimed, and systems are balanced to age beautifully as landscapes grow. - Long-Term Relationship Approach
We don’t disappear after installation. Through ongoing maintenance and system care, we ensure your lighting continues to perform and evolve with your property. - Integrity & Transparency
We are known for honest recommendations, clear communication, and designs that serve both the homeowner and the surrounding environment.
Garden Aglow is a woman-owned, award-winning company trusted by homeowners, designers, and contractors who value craftsmanship, restraint, and enduring beauty.
What areas do you serve?
Garden Aglow provides professional landscape lighting design, installation, and maintenance throughout the North Shore and Greater Boston area of Massachusetts, the New Hampshire Seacoast and Rhode Island.
We regularly work in communities including, but not limited to:
- Melrose
- Winchester
- Lexington
- Arlington
- Medford
- Stoneham
- Wakefield
- Reading
- Andover
- North Reading
- Lynnfield
- Swampscott
- Marblehead
- Beverly
- Salem
If your town is not listed, we still encourage you to reach out. Projects are evaluated based on scope, design fit, and scheduling, not just zip code.
Our focus is on residential properties and select design-driven projects where thoughtful lighting design, quality installation, and long-term system care are valued.
How much does landscape lighting cost?
Landscape lighting is a custom investment, and pricing varies based on the size of your property, the complexity of the design, and the number of fixtures required to achieve a balanced, elegant result.
For most residential projects in the North Shore and Greater Boston area, professionally designed and installed landscape lighting typically ranges from:
- $4,500–$8,000 for smaller or more focused areas (front entry, walkways, select trees)
- $8,000–$25,000+ for comprehensive lighting plans that include multiple zones such as front and back yards, patios, gardens, and architectural features
Pricing generally includes:
- Custom lighting design
- Professional installation
- Premium low-voltage fixtures and components
- Transformers, wiring, and system setup
Factors that influence cost include:
- Number and type of fixtures
- Fixture material and finish
- Wattage and beam spread requirements
- Access, terrain, and planting density
- Condition of any existing lighting system (for renovations)
- Size of property
- Number of transformers
- Length of Wire Runs
- Masonry needs
At Garden Aglow, we intentionally design with restraint—often using fewer fixtures at lower wattage and wider beam spread—to create warm, layered illumination rather than overly bright results. This approach improves aesthetics while controlling long-term energy use and maintenance.
We provide clear, detailed estimates after a site visit or design review, and we are always happy to phase projects over time if desired.
Do you offer landscape lighting maintenance plans?
Yes. Garden Aglow offers ongoing landscape lighting maintenance and service plans designed to protect your investment and keep your lighting system performing beautifully year after year.
Landscape lighting systems require regular care as plants grow, seasons change, and outdoor conditions shift. Our maintenance services include:
- Fixture cleaning and debris removal
- Re-aiming and adjusting lights as landscapes mature
- Bulb replacement and color temperature consistency
- System performance checks
- Transformer and timer inspection
- Wire and connection assessment
- Troubleshooting and on-site repairs
Maintenance can be scheduled:
- Seasonally
- Annually
- Or as part of a custom service plan
Clients enrolled in a maintenance plan benefit from priority scheduling, proactive system care, and consistent lighting quality throughout the year.
We also service and maintain existing systems not originally installed by Garden Aglow, following an initial system assessment.
Our goal is to ensure your outdoor lighting continues to deliver warm, gentle illumination, safety, and curb appeal—without unexpected issues or decline in performance.
What is your landscape lighting design and installation process?
Garden Aglow follows a thoughtful, design-led process to ensure every landscape lighting system is intentional, balanced, and built to last.
Our process typically includes:
- Initial Consultation
We begin with a site visit or design review to understand your goals, how you use your outdoor spaces, and the architectural and landscape features you’d like to highlight. We also assess existing lighting or electrical infrastructure if applicable. - Custom Lighting Design
A tailored lighting plan is created specifically for your property. This includes fixture placement, lighting techniques, and overall system strategy—designed to create warm, layered illumination with minimal glare. Nighttime renderings are provided with an upfront design fee. - Proposal & Review
You receive a clear, detailed estimate outlining the scope of work, materials, and installation approach. We’re happy to review options, make refinements, or phase the project if desired. - Professional Installation
Our team installs your system with precision and care. Wiring is discreetly concealed, fixtures are carefully aimed, and transformers and controls are set up for optimal performance. - Final Adjustments & Walkthrough
Once installed, we fine-tune the system at night to ensure balance, consistency, and proper light levels. We walk you through the system and answer any questions. - Ongoing Care & Maintenance
We offer maintenance plans to keep your lighting performing beautifully as your landscape evolves.
This process allows us to deliver lighting that feels effortless, elegant, and enduring, rather than overly bright or temporary.
How long does landscape lighting installation take?
Most landscape lighting installations are completed in 1–4 days, depending on the size of the property, the number of fixtures, site conditions, and whether the project is new construction or a renovation of an existing system.
Smaller projects—such as front entry lighting, walkways, or a limited number of accent lights—may be completed in one day. Larger, multi-zone properties that include front and back yards, patios, gardens, and architectural features typically require several days.
We schedule installations thoughtfully to ensure:
- Proper fixture placement and aiming
- Clean, discreet wiring
- Minimal disruption to your landscape
- Time for evening adjustments and fine-tuning
Our goal is never speed for its own sake, but a well-balanced lighting system that will perform beautifully for years to come.
Do you work with existing landscape lighting systems?
Yes. Garden Aglow regularly works with existing landscape lighting systems, including those not originally installed by us.
Our services for existing systems include:
- System assessments and troubleshooting
- Fixture replacement or upgrades
- Re-aiming and light level optimization
- Bulb and color temperature corrections
- Transformer evaluation and adjustments
- Design refinements to improve aesthetics and function
In many cases, existing wiring and infrastructure can be reused, reducing waste and cost while significantly improving the final result. We approach renovations with the same design-first philosophy as new installations, focusing on elegance, restraint, and longevity.
Do you work with landscapers or contractors?
Yes. Garden Aglow collaborates with landscapers, landscape architects, builders, electricians, and designers throughout the North Shore and Greater Boston area.
We offer flexible partnership options, including:
- Subcontracted lighting installation
- Design-only lighting plans
- White-label lighting services
- Collaborative design-build projects
Our role is to enhance the overall project while protecting the contractor’s client relationships and reputation. We are known for being professional, communicative, and easy to work with—adding value without complicating the process.
What type of fixtures do you use?
We specify professional-grade, low-voltage landscape lighting fixtures designed for durability, performance, and long-term serviceability—particularly suited for New England’s climate.
Our fixtures are selected based on:
- Application and lighting technique
- Beam spread and light distribution
- Warm color temperature consistency
- Material quality and finish longevity
- Ability to be maintained and adjusted over time
Rather than focusing on quantity or brightness, we focus on precision and balance, often using fewer fixtures at lower wattage to achieve a refined, natural-looking result.
