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Outdoor Illumination

Landscaping - Lighting, Lighting, Electrical,

About us

Based in metro DC since 1998, we serve MD, VA, DC. We have 30 dedicated employees (not subcontractors); we are fully licensed for all aspects of our business including Masters Electrical Licensed; plus fully insured and bonded. Over the past 4 years, we have also offered full irrigation services. We are active members of the American Society of Landscape Architects, Professional Grounds Management Society, and Landscape Contractor's Association of DC/MD/VA. Check out our Houzz page! http://www.houzz.com/pro/outdoorillumination

Business highlights

26 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Architectural, Deck, Security, Flood, Pathscape & Outdoor Lighting, Installation, Electrical, Walkway, Moonlighting, Design, Replacing Lamps, Replacing Bulbs & Re-Lamping, Irrigation Design, Irrigation Construction, Irrigation Maintenance.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.979 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
89%
4
9%
3
3%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.4
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 79 reviews

Kevin B.
07/2020
5.0
electrician, outdoor lighting
  + 0 more
We wanted to add landscape lighting to our front and back yard. Bill came out and looked at what we had (an old system in the front yard with old halogen lights but a working transformer in the front yard and nothing in the back. He was extremely professional, and at my request worked to update and incorporate what I already had with new LED lighting. He was super easy to work with, knows his stuff and focused on doing a great job for the customer. I told him I didn't want to spend a fortune and he came up with a plan. Once we got everything up I wanted to make some tweaks and additions. He was super accommodating and responsive. He genuinely wanted to make sure I was happy with the finished product. Great experience. I got a few quotes from top Angie's list (and one other contractor) and Outdoor Illumination wasn't the cheapest or the most expensive but they are probably the best!
Description of Work: Evaluate existing halogen landscape lighting system and update/replace/add new lights

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

Eileen W.
03/2019
5.0
electrician, lighting
  + 0 more
Outdoor Illumination was recommended to me by a friend/neighbor And I would certainly recommend the company to anyone needing their type of service. From my first call to the company, service was prompt, professional and courteous. Work was started and completed as promised. The crew was a pleasure to have at my house. After installation there were a couple of adjustments that were needed. Again my email/calls were returned immediately and minor changes were made within 24 hours.
Description of Work: Outdoor lighting under the eaves of the roof.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Bill M.
03/2018
5.0
lighting, outdoor lighting
  + 0 more
Mark (owner) and his Forman came out to provide an assessment and responded with an estimate. We made a few tweaks to the job and we book the installation. It went very well. We installed noon lighting and some tree accent lighting. It looked great but we decided we needed a bit more coverage and Mark had his crew come out and add the additional lighting! Now it’s perfect! We did it off season so the wait for installation was not long, only a couple of days which we were very happy about! Mark and the crew were very professional and I would use them again.
Description of Work: Landscape lighting

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Outdoor Illumination
Thank you for the wonderful review. We are just as excited that you are happy with your lighting!

Mac O.
09/2017
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Extremely well.. prompt service and reasonable pricing
Description of Work: Repair and rehabilitation of faulty irrigation system and provision of annual service plan

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Melanie E.
02/2017
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
Very well. The designer promptly met with me and we discussed options (both for appearance and cost) to maximize return on investment. He also ensured I knew where some investment now could provide returns because of reduced maintenance and improved safety. My house and yard look beautiful.
Description of Work: Expand and update existing landscape lighting system to highlight new plantings and new features in front and back.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Response from Outdoor Illumination
Thank you so much for the kind feedback. It has been a great priviledge to be working together for almost 10 years!

Sean O.
08/2016
5.0
lighting, outdoor lighting
  + 0 more
The company did a very nice job in installing outdoor lighting at my residence.
Description of Work: Install outdoors lighting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Response from Outdoor Illumination
Thank you for the kind words. We hope to continue working together.

Robert P.
04/2016
5.0
electrician, outdoor lighting, lighting
  + 1 more
We really appreciated how thoughtful and detailed the estimate was. The price was reasonable and the communication was first-rate.
Description of Work: Derek Thomas gave us an estimate on outdoor lighting. Although we did not go with this company (for unrelated reasons) we were extremely impressed with their professionalism and punctuality.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Paul M.
07/2015
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
all good very professional
Description of Work: install outdoor lights

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

marisol F.
10/2014
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
They were very good, they put the lights exactly where they said they would go so that I could see it and the service was very good. They're amazing.
Description of Work: I had Outdoor Illumination provide services for me years ago. They put outdoor lighting in the trees.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Beata S.
10/2014
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
I've been using them for years and they are very good. They charge $100 per hour per technician plus light bulbs and fixtures. They are not very cheap. I don't know if there are others that are cheaper. We have a bigger than usual yard. It is twice as big as a regular yard. They do a good job and they show up. They always check in after the 6 months because they want the business. They give a discount with a contract. It is like 10 percent off if you sign up for a year. They are very responsive and I like the technicians that come to my house. If I call, they address my issues and will very quickly send out somebody. I've never had something they couldn't fix. It is pretty simple. I would like them to be a little less expensive. That is my only complaint about them.
Description of Work: They do the maintenance on our outdoor lights. They come twice a year and replace light bulbs and clean them and make sure that they work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

Shelley R.
10/2014
4.0
lighting
  + -1 more
It turned out okay. Their services are fine but their follow up is really slow if you have a problem. They sent somebody who was good and solved the problem.
Description of Work: They fixed some lights that had gone out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Rosa P.
10/2014
5.0
electrician, outdoor lighting
  + 0 more
The company is very well run and responsive. I recommend them to clients for lighting and irrigation work because I know that they are professional and perform high-quality work.
Description of Work: We have used outdoor illumination to do lighting and irrigation repair work at the homes of several of our clients.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Michele M.
10/2014
5.0
lighting, outdoor lighting
  + 0 more
They did it years ago and it is still working. It is very nice. We have been using them on and off over the past 15 years. Their work is very good but I have not used them for the last four or five years because they did such a good job that the only thing that needs to be done is change the bulbs. Some of the materials, of course, over the years, have broken down and had to be replaced. I did not have problems with their workers or anything; they are very efficient. Their price is high because we are a very high income area around here. I think they are one of the bigger outdoor lighting companies in the Washington. D.C area. Some of the stuff did not last and had to be replaced. They did have a one year service warranty. Some of the lights have lasted all this time. I think they were very professional.
Description of Work: They put a lot of lighting in our front and back yards. They also had to put lighting in our ponds and other things.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lisa A G.
10/2014
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
They were punctual and they came when they said. We had a service contract with them and they would just show up for the regular maintenance. They were very expensive. Their work was okay. The communication was good for the most part. I probably wouldn't use them again.
Description of Work: Seven years ago they did outdoor lighting installation and they last did regular maintenance.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


GARY F.
10/2014
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
They were good. They were very prompt and very thorough. They were a bit expensive. The interaction was positive and the work was very good.
Description of Work: They did outdoor lighting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

CATHY P.
10/2014
5.0
electrician, lighting, outdoor lighting
  + 1 more
They are great, very reliable and always answer our service calls immediately. We have a yearly service contract so they come out every couple of months. Then, if we have a problem, we can call them and they come out. We see them fairly regularly. Everyone who has come out has been incredibly professional and conscientious. They really respond within 24 hours. If I call and leave a message they get back to me immediately. They are very responsive with their customer service.
Description of Work: When we got our house it had a pretty extensive outdoor lighting system, basically they maintain it. They set the timers, change the light bulbs up in the trees, fix wires and pretty much do anything to maintain our outdoor lighting system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Lewis F.
10/2014
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
They were very good. Terrific! They just know the best what they do. I would give them the highest rating.
Description of Work: They installed outdoor lights.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Tracy M.
05/2014
3.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
Over the past three weeks I have tried to get an appointment scheduled for this company to come out and give me an estimate for outside lighting for my backyard. I first submitted an email on their website. After a week of no response I phoned the office and spoke with their customer rep who took my information down and said someone would get back to me as soon as possible. After two more weeks still no response, so I called back again on 1 May and left a voice message and I'm still waiting. This company had all top marks for responsiveness and customer service but they appear to be too busy for any new customers. Update: Owners contacted me on 5 May and explained they had switched mail servers and my email request for an appointment was lost in the upgrade. They apologized for the miscommunication and not getting back to me in a timely manner and they would like to come out and give me an estimate for my job. I explained that I had already contacted someone else to complete the work. Final Opinion: After receiving an explanation and an apologize from the owners, and given their high marks on Angie's List I would consider contacted them again for any additional lighting needs.
Description of Work: NA

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0


Susan S.
11/2013
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
Installed path lights. Very helpful in identifying style/color of light that we wanted even though it took some research. Very prompt email replies. Nice people. Quickly lowered location of timer box in garage after initially installing it too high for me to read easily (I'm very short.) Did a good job cleaning up. Took the time to teach me to change the programable timer if needed.
Description of Work: Installed path lights. Very helpful in identifying style/color of light that we wanted even though it took some research. Very prompt email replies. Nice people. Quickly lowered location of timer box in garage after initially installing it too high for me to read easily (I'm very short.) Did a good job cleaning up. Took the time to teach me to change the programable timer if needed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Robert S.
07/2013
5.0
lighting, outdoor lighting
  + 0 more
Matt Taylor and his team from Outdoor Illumination were amazing! Matt spend several late nights with my wife and I going over multiple options on ways to properly illuminate our home, our patio and the multiple trees we have on our property. When we bought our home, you could not even see our home our the driveway at night from the street - now, the lighting of our home, driveway, trees and patio make our home absolutely beautiful!! Even though it took several visits from Matt and several quotes to make sure the price point was acceptable and the fixtures where proper - Matt was always on time and the product he and his team delivered was nothing short of perfect. In fact, Matt has come out several times since the installation to adjust the lights to make sure that they are aimed properly and are doing exactly what they need to. The customer service and professionalism of Matt and his team was phenomenal. Matt's electrician came in and added several dimmer switches for us, ran cabling and wires and amazingly, there was ZERO carpentry work that had to be done as a result of his work - this means, no drywall repair, no paint repair - nothing! My wife and I could not be happier with the work completed by Matt and his team and now I have the oasis I've always wanted with my patio and the lighting back there.
Description of Work: They provided outdoor lighting for our patio, the driveway and several of our trees in both the front and back yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

ALAN S.
07/2013
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
Went well generally....arrived on time. Punctual clean professional. Had some problems with their timers after they left and were quite responsive in replacing them at no cost. They understood the issues in organizing and planning my system, customized it to my specs, and were licensed and bonded. I would recommend them highly.
Description of Work: Installed outdoor lighting

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

JANICE W.
06/2013
5.0
lighting, outdoor lighting
  + 0 more
they did an excellent job. They used alot of imagination so the whole yard looks beautiful - not just the walkway lights everyone was on time and did excellent work at more than a fair price very happy with whole experience!
Description of Work: provided outdoor lights for front yard and walkway

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

David F.
12/2012
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
we had an excelleent experience w Outdoor Illumination. They worked with us in developing a good design and cooperated in modifications after installation. Work was done on schedule and in a professional manner. They were quick to resolve glitches arising after installation.
Description of Work: lighting for exterior of our house and yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Bonnie C.
12/2012
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
Whole process took 2-3 days from the initial call for the appointment to the completed service.
Description of Work: The company came out to rehab my old low voltage, outdoor lights. They were able to get all lights working or replaced any broken ones. They installed a new timer and the 14 year old system is like new. Their prices were reasonable, they came out quickly and worked very efficiently. I wish I would have called months earlier. Would definitely use again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

eugenia C.
12/2011
5.0
outdoor lighting
  + -1 more
I had the company install outside lighting on two properties and have found them to always be professional. They get a big thumbs up from me. I have been associated with for more than five yea
Description of Work: I had the company install outside lighting on two properties and have found them to always be professional. They get a big thumbs up from me. I have been associated with for more than five years.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Contact information

4337 Montgomery Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814

http://outdoorillumination.com/

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
Yes
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Landscaping - Lighting,
Lighting,
Electrical,
Landscaping

FAQ

Outdoor Illumination is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Outdoor Illumination accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
No, Outdoor Illumination does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Outdoor Illumination offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Outdoor Illumination does not offer a senior discount.
No, Outdoor Illumination does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Outdoor Illumination offers warranties.
Outdoor Illumination offers the following services: Architectural, Deck, Security, Flood, Pathscape & Outdoor Lighting, Installation, Electrical, Walkway, Moonlighting, Design, Replacing Lamps, Replacing Bulbs & Re-Lamping, Irrigation Design, Irrigation Construction, Irrigation Maintenance.

Contact information

4337 Montgomery Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814

http://outdoorillumination.com/

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM