When it comes to any type of home improvement project, be it exterior or interior, you want to know you are making the most of your investment. You home is likely the biggest expenditure we will make in our lifetime. Keeping your home maintained and up to date is important. When you consider the “worth” of a home improvement project it is important to consider the ROI but also how much the project is worth to you and your family. This would be in terms of how the project will improve your lives and the enjoyment the project will bring. This brings us to the question “is landscape lighting worth it.” The answer to this question is more complex than just throwing out a dollar amount for worth. In this blog, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Charlotte will dive into the answer to this question and all the nuances involved from a monetary and lifestyle perspective.
If you ask our many satisfied customers over our 30+ years in business, indeed, the addition of landscape lighting to your Charlotte area home is worth the cost. Landscape lighting enhances so many facets of your property and lifestyle. Including heightening curb appeal, safety and security, just for starters.
In our recent blog, “Will Outdoor Lighting Add Value To Your Home,” we outline the types of outdoor lighting that add the most value. The top result is landscape lighting and more specifically LED landscape lighting. LED landscape lighting uses greener technology by lowered power usage and decreased greenhouse gas emissions. It is safe and durable, operating in both cold and hot conditions. LED is inexpensive to operate, and the average bulb life is up to 50,000 hours, in terms of longevity. Here at Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Charlotte, we utilize state-of-the-art LED technology in all of our landscape lighting designs.
Is Outdoor Lighting Worth It?
From a monetary advantage, outdoor lighting is a worthy investment. A study by Consumer Reports further highlights that strategically placed lights can increase your home's resale value by 5-10%, making it a wise investment (Consumer Reports, 2023). Additionally their 2020 article points to outdoor lighting as 1 of the 7 home improvements that will boost your home’s resale value. The article says, “Including outdoor lighting in a listing description contributed to homes selling 3.1 days faster and for 1.6 percent more, on average, than homes listed without those words, according to Zillow. For a $300,000 home, that’s $4,800.”
It only stands to reason that your home’s functionality increases from the addition of outdoor lighting. Without illumination much of your home’s exterior and outdoor living spaces cannot be used after the sundown. Enabling better use of your property in the evening is a factor by itself that makes the investment worth it for many homeowners.
Adding deck and patio lighting to your outdoor spaces allows for endless evening enjoyment. If you have a pool or hot tub, the addition of water feature or pool surround lighting opens a wealth of fun and entertaining opportunity. Not to mention safety. In addition, the benefits of architectural lighting are two-fold. Not only will it add curb appeal, but it will also illuminate dark areas around your home and help prevent break-ins. These are just a few of the beneficial points of professional outdoor lighting.
Outdoor Lighting Genre’s That Give You The Biggest Bang For Your Buck
The areas you can use outdoor lighting to enhance around your home are nearly endless. Along with the types of lighting we have already mentioned in this article, we want to point out a few more that will give you a big return on investment and functionality.
Path Lighting: By adding lighting to your paths, sidewalks and other frequently traveled areas of your property you will add safety. You will also heighten the aesthetics and ease of travel to and from the outdoor areas around your home.
Accent Lighting/Focal Point Lighting: Illuminating specific features of your property such as a fountain, koi pond, legacy oak tree, or outdoor statuary add enchantment, wonder and elegance to your property at night.
Festive String Lighting: Permanent festival lighting is hugely popular among outdoor living areas. This lighting genre creates a romantic illumination reminiscent of the lighting you see in European outdoor bistros. We often install these lights over a patio, deck, or fire pit. The result is pure magic!
Permanent Roofline Lighting: This lighting is not just for the holidays. Permanent roofline lighting is versatile and can enliven your home year-round. This lighting allows you to change the colors s) of your roofline lighting through your phone or other device. From solid colors to color combinations. You can celebrate holidays, sporting events and special occasions.
Entry & Exit Lighting: Having the entry and exit areas of your home and outdoor living space well-lit adds immense value from a safety standard. Areas such as steps, deck landings, patio walls and stairways are easy to see and navigate safely preventing accidents.
Let Us Help Add Value To Your Charlotte Home
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Charlotte would love to schedule a design consultation to help you determine the areas where outdoor lighting would add the most value to your home. If you are ready to take the leap into professional outdoor lighting,
contact us today. We would love to hear from you!
