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Landscape Lighting in Des Moines, IA

Des Moines homeowners face extreme temperature range: -20°f winter wind chills to 100°f+ summer days that accelerates wear on exterior surfaces. Our local pros understand your area's specific challenges and deliver quality work on every job.

Serving Ankeny, Waukee, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Clive, and surrounding Des Moines communities.

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Why Des Moines Homes Need Landscape Lighting

Extreme temperature range: -20°F winter wind chills to 100°F+ summer days
Tornado and severe hail risk in spring and early summer
Annual snowfall of 34 inches with periodic heavy events
Des Moines and Raccoon River flooding risk (1993 and 2008 were catastrophic)
Hot, humid summers from Iowa prairie moisture
Common Home Types We Service
Brick ranch and Cape Cod homes throughout Polk CountyVictorian and Craftsman homes in Sherman Hill and Ingersoll ParkNew construction in Ankeny, Waukee, and AltoonaColonial homes in Windsor Heights and UrbandaleSplit-level homes in West Des Moines and Clive

What You Get

Dramatically improves evening curb appeal and home value
Increases outdoor security and deters intruders
Highlights architectural features and landscaping
Extends outdoor living into evening hours
Energy-efficient LED fixtures with 10+ year lifespan
Professional design customized to your property

Our Landscape Lighting Process

01

Evening Design Consultation

We walk your property at dusk to understand how light interacts with your home, landscaping, and outdoor spaces — then create a custom lighting plan.

02

Fixture Selection

We select professional-grade LED fixtures appropriate for your climate, soil type, and aesthetic goals — from path lights to uplights and well lights.

03

Professional Installation

Our team installs the low-voltage wiring system, fixtures, and smart timer controls. All work is done cleanly with minimal disruption to your landscaping.

04

Programming and Walkthrough

We program your timer or smart controller and walk you through the system at dusk so you can see the full effect and make any adjustments.

Seasonal Considerations for Des Moines

1
Post-hail storm roof and siding inspection (May–July)
2
Spring river flooding monitoring near Des Moines River
3
Ice dam prevention on Midwest ranch roof profiles
4
Fall gutter cleaning before winter freeze
5
Summer exterior painting and cleaning during brief warm window

Areas We Serve in Des Moines

Our landscape lighting pros are available throughout the Des Moines metro area, including:

AnkenyWaukeeWest Des MoinesUrbandaleCliveJohnstonAltoonaNorwalkGrimesWindsor Heights

Landscape Lighting FAQ for Des Moines Homeowners

How often should Des Moines homeowners get landscape lighting?
Given Des Moines's extreme temperature range: -20°f winter wind chills to 100°f+ summer days, most homeowners benefit from landscape lighting at least once a year. Post-hail storm roof and siding inspection (May–July) often makes spring or fall the optimal time to schedule service.
What home types in Des Moines most need landscape lighting?
Brick ranch and Cape Cod homes throughout Polk County and Victorian and Craftsman homes in Sherman Hill and Ingersoll Park are the most common home types in Des Moines and typically see the most wear. Our local pros are familiar with the exterior materials found across the metro.
Is landscape lighting expensive to run?
Modern LED landscape lighting uses very little electricity — a typical 10-fixture system costs approximately $3–8 per month to operate, depending on your local rates and hours of operation.
How long do landscape lights last?
Professional-grade LED landscape fixtures typically last 10–15 years. The low-voltage transformers and wiring are designed to last even longer with minimal maintenance.
Can landscape lighting be expanded later?
Yes. All our systems are designed to be expandable. We size the transformer to handle additional zones, so adding fixtures in the future is straightforward.
What's the difference between landscape lighting and security lighting?
Landscape lighting focuses on aesthetics — highlighting plants, architecture, and pathways. Security lighting prioritizes bright, motion-triggered illumination. We can incorporate both into an integrated system.

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