Path, patio, tree and facade lighting
Landscape Lighting in Northbrook, IL
Outdoor landscape lighting for homes in Northbrook, IL and across the North Shore. We design and install low-voltage LED lighting for paths, steps, patios, trees and the front of the house.
Designed and installed by one team
Northbrook, IL
Outdoor Landscape Lighting Design and Installation
North Shore Landscape Design & Build designs and installs landscape lighting from our office at 900 Skokie Blvd #219 in Northbrook, for homes in Northbrook, Glenview, Deerfield, Highland Park, Winnetka and Wilmette.
Good landscape lighting does three things: it lights the way to the door, it lets you use the patio after dark, and it shows off the house and the trees. The design decides where light goes and, just as important, where it does not.
What we build
Outdoor Lighting We Design and Install
Most systems combine several types of light, each on its own zone.
Path and Step Lighting
Low path lights and step lights that make walks, stairs and the driveway safe after dark.
Patio and Outdoor Living Lighting
Lights under wall caps, in steps and over the kitchen and dining area so the patio works at night.
Tree and Garden Uplighting
Uplights and downlights that show off mature trees, specimen plants and garden beds.
Facade Lighting
Soft light on the front of the house, columns and entry that makes the home stand out on the street.
Planning
How a Lighting Plan Is Drawn
A lighting plan sets:
- Which paths, steps and doors need light for safety
- The trees, walls and features worth lighting
- Fixture type, beam spread and color temperature
- Transformer location, wire runs and zones
- Timers or smart controls for each zone
Built for North Shore winters
Low-Voltage LED Systems
Most residential landscape lighting today runs on low-voltage LED fixtures powered by a transformer plugged into an outdoor outlet.
Lower energy use
LED fixtures use a fraction of the power of older halogen lamps.
Zones and timers
The front yard, back yard and patio can switch on separately, on a timer or from your phone.
Built for the weather
Brass, copper or aluminum fixtures and direct-burial wire handle snow and freeze-thaw.
How it works
Our Landscape Lighting Process
- 1
1. Site visit and goals
We walk the property with you and mark what you want to light.
- 2
2. Design and estimate
You get a plan with the fixtures, zones and transformer and a written estimate.
- 3
3. Install
We set the fixtures, bury the wire and connect the transformer and controls.
- 4
4. Aim and walkthrough
After dark we aim each light and walk the finished system with you.
Why us
Why Hire North Shore Landscape for Landscape Lighting
One team designs and installs
Lighting planned with the patio, walls and planting.
Based in Northbrook
Our office is on Skokie Blvd, and we work across the North Shore.
Aimed after dark
Every fixture is adjusted at night, not just installed.
A written estimate first
You know the fixtures and price before work starts.
Pricing
How Much Does Landscape Lighting Cost in Northbrook?
Price depends on the number and type of fixtures, the transformer, the length of the wire runs and the controls. As a national reference, Lawn Love puts professionally installed landscape lighting at about $3,500 on average, with most systems between $2,100 and $4,900, or about $100 to $250 per fixture (market ranges, not a quote).
For a price on lighting for your home in Northbrook, send the form and we will set up a site visit and a written estimate.
Source: Lawn Love, How Much Does Landscape Lighting Cost? 2026
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Service areas
Landscape Lighting Near You on the North Shore
We design and install landscape lighting in Northbrook and these nearby towns:
Questions
Landscape Lighting FAQ
What is outdoor landscape lighting?
Outdoor landscape lighting is a system of fixtures in the yard that lights paths, steps, patios, trees and the front of the house. On most Northbrook homes it is a low-voltage LED system on timers or smart controls.
Is low-voltage lighting safe around the yard?
Yes. A low-voltage system runs at 12 volts from the transformer, so the wires in the beds do not carry household voltage.
How many lights does my yard need?
It depends on what you want to light, not on the size of the yard. The plan counts fixtures path by path and tree by tree, and the estimate lists each one.
Can I add lights to an existing system?
Often, yes, if the transformer has capacity left. If not, a larger transformer or a second one can be added.
Does landscape lighting work in winter?
Yes. LED fixtures and direct-burial wire keep working through snow and cold, and timers adjust to the earlier sunsets on the North Shore.
How much does landscape lighting cost?
It depends on the number of fixtures and the controls. National ranges from Lawn Love put most systems at about $2,100 to $4,900. For your home in Northbrook, send the form for a written estimate.
Free estimate
Get a Free Landscape Lighting Estimate in Northbrook
Tell us what you want to light around your home. We will get back to you to set up a site visit and an estimate.