The right outdoor lighting makes your home safer, more secure, and a lot more enjoyable after dark. Whether you’re looking to light up a pathway, add security lighting around your property, or create an outdoor living space you can actually use in the evenings, Kelley Electric handles outdoor lighting installation for homeowners throughout Allentown and the Lehigh Valley area.
Types of Outdoor Lighting We Install
Every home and yard is different, and the right lighting setup depends on what you’re trying to accomplish. We install a wide range of exterior lighting options for Allentown and Lehigh Valley homeowners, including:
- Landscape and pathway lighting to highlight gardens, trees, and walkways
- Security lighting and floodlights for perimeter coverage
- Motion-activated lights for entryways, driveways, and dark corners
- Patio and deck lighting for outdoor entertaining spaces
- Porch and entryway lighting
- Driveway and garage lighting
- Architectural and accent lighting to highlight your home’s exterior features
- Pool and water feature lighting
Security and Safety Lighting
A well-lit exterior is one of the simplest and most effective deterrents for unwanted visitors. Motion-activated lights, floodlights, and perimeter lighting make it harder for anyone to approach your home undetected, and they make it easier for you and your family to navigate your property safely after dark.
For Allentown and Lehigh Valley homeowners, exterior lighting also makes a real difference during the winter months when it gets dark early and icy walkways are a genuine hazard. Good pathway and entryway lighting is practical safety, not just curb appeal.
Landscape and Accent Lighting
Landscape lighting can completely change how your property looks in the evening. Uplighting on trees, pathway lights along a walkway, and accent lights on architectural features all add dimension and visual interest to your home’s exterior. It’s one of those upgrades that tends to have an immediate impact on how a home presents from the street.
Patio and Outdoor Living Spaces
If you have a patio, deck, or backyard entertaining area, good lighting extends how long you can actually use it. We install overhead lighting, string light wiring, step lights, and other fixtures that make outdoor spaces functional and comfortable well into the evening.
Why Professional Installation Matters Outdoors
Outdoor electrical work has to hold up to weather, temperature swings, and moisture year-round. Using the right fixtures, the right wiring methods, and the right waterproofing for each application isn’t optional. Done incorrectly, outdoor lighting can create safety hazards and fail quickly. Our electricians make sure everything is installed to code and built to last through Pennsylvania winters and summers alike.
Kelley Electric has been serving Allentown and the surrounding Lehigh Valley communities since 2008. We’re locally operated, licensed, and insured, and we work exclusively on residential properties. Schedule service today or call us at (610) 395-2144.
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Outdoor Lighting Installation FAQS
Have questions about outdoor lighting installation in Allentown or the Lehigh Valley area? Here are answers to what we hear most often from local homeowners.
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We install a wide range of exterior lighting including landscape and pathway lighting, security and motion-activated lights, patio and deck lighting, porch and entryway fixtures, driveway and garage lighting, architectural accent lighting, and pool lighting. If you have something specific in mind, give us a call and we can talk through what's involved.
It depends on how much lighting you're adding and what's already on your exterior circuits. A few additional fixtures can often be added to an existing circuit. Larger installations, like a full landscape lighting system or multiple security floodlights, may need their own dedicated circuit. We'll assess your current setup and let you know what's required before any work starts.
Yes. Adding lighting to an area without existing wiring involves running a new circuit from your panel to the exterior of your home. For underground runs, that includes proper conduit or direct burial cable depending on the application. We handle the full installation from panel to fixture.
Motion-activated floodlights are one of the most effective options for security since they draw attention to movement and use less energy than lights that run all night. Combining motion lights at key entry points with consistent perimeter lighting gives you good overall coverage. We can help you figure out the right placement and fixture types for your specific property.
Yes. Outdoor fixtures are rated for exposure to moisture, temperature changes, and UV light. Using indoor fixtures outside causes them to fail quickly and can create electrical hazards. Every fixture we install outdoors is rated for its specific location, whether that's a damp location like a covered porch or a wet location like an exposed exterior wall.
Well-planned exterior lighting does tend to improve curb appeal, which can be a factor in how a home is perceived by buyers. Practical security and safety lighting is also something many buyers look for. It's not a guaranteed dollar-for-dollar return, but it's one of the more visible and impactful upgrades you can make to a home's exterior.
Most quality outdoor fixtures installed correctly don't require special winter maintenance beyond occasional cleaning. LED fixtures handle cold temperatures well and are a good choice for outdoor use in the Lehigh Valley area. If you notice a fixture acting up after a harsh winter, it's worth having it checked since moisture intrusion from freeze-thaw cycles can cause issues over time.