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Frequently Asked
How much does it cost?
Four Common Investment Tiers:
- $4,500–$9,500Ideal for front or back lighting on many standard homes.
- $9,500–$17,500Covers front and back for many homes in the DMV area or single sides of larger homes.
- $17,500–$43,000For more mature landscapes, developed backyards, pools, and patio designs.
- $43,000 and upFull-scale lighting for estate properties, established grounds, or commercial environments.
Industry Rules of Thumb:
- 10% of your landscaping/hardscaping investment is a solid benchmark for lighting.
- Landscape architects often recommend allocating 1% of your home’s value toward a lighting system.
What products do you use? What fixture brand does Dayloom install?
At Dayloom, one thing that sets us apart from virtually every other lighting design firm in the country is the product line we use—and helped build.
Over the past two decades, we saw a frustrating pattern in the lighting industry: most large manufacturers were producing luminaires that were expensive but simply not built to last. Their average lifespan? Five to ten years—if you were lucky.
That didn’t sit right with us.
So we took a different path. We founded Sterling Lighting in Danville, Virginia, with one clear mission: to design and manufacture landscape lighting products that could last a lifetime—and perform better than anything else on the market.
Every Sterling luminaire is designed in-house by Patrick Harders and his engineering team, drawing from over 25 years of real-world installation experience and more than 10,000 systems installed. The result is a line of precision-engineered products that are now trusted by many of the top lighting designers across North America and beyond.
In 2025, Sterling Lighting swept the top design awards in landscape lighting—including multiple LIT Design Awards—thanks to a commitment to performance, optics, durability, and user-centered design.
And because we work factory-direct, our clients benefit from award-winning products at pricing that often beats the national brands sold through traditional distribution. You’re not paying for markups—you’re paying for quality that endures.
How Did Sterling Lighting Get Its Start? | The Sterling Lighting Story
Does landscape lighting increase property value?
Yes—professional outdoor lighting can increase your property value, often significantly.
According to a study by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the National Association of Landscape Professionals, homes with well-designed landscape lighting can see a property value increase of up to 15%, especially when lighting is part of an overall landscape improvement plan. Outdoor lighting also ranks as one of the most desirable features for homebuyers seeking curb appeal and nighttime usability.
But it’s important to be clear: not all lighting systems add value.
A basic system that uses low-grade materials, lacks thoughtful design, or has been poorly installed can actually hurt resale potential. Buyers often see those systems as something that will need to be replaced or repaired—not a benefit. In contrast, a Dayloom lighting system is built to last decades, not just years.
We use award-winning luminaires from Sterling Lighting, paired with time-tested installation practices refined over more than 25 years and 10,000 systems installed. It’s this level of attention to detail that sets our work apart.
And when it comes time to sell? Dayloom warranties are fully transferable to the next homeowner after a complimentary field inspection—giving buyers peace of mind and protecting the long-term value of your investment.
A well-executed lighting system doesn’t just elevate your property—it elevates how people feel about your home, and that’s a value you can measure.
Does Dayloom provide documentation, drawings, or renderings?
Absolutely. In fact, the Dayloom experience begins with the design process—not the installation.
You wouldn’t build a pool, renovate a kitchen, or redesign a patio without architectural drawings and documentation. We believe lighting deserves the same level of planning and professionalism.
Every Dayloom project includes detailed design documentation tailored to the specific property. This includes:
Lighting layout drawings showing fixture placement
Photometric calculations to ensure appropriate light levels
Light trespass analysis to avoid glare or spillover
Low-voltage wiring diagrams for safe and efficient installations
Control system integration documentation
Final as-built drawings for future upgrades or property work
We don’t believe in guesswork. Proper planning prevents poor performance, and that’s why we treat lighting design with the same rigor as any other architectural improvement.
Whether you’re working with a builder, landscape architect, or managing the project yourself, this level of documentation ensures clarity, precision, and long-term success. At Dayloom, we design lighting systems to elevate your space—and stand the test of time.
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Just as with any other electrical or mechanical system, your landscape lighting can benefit from regular care and maintenance. Since outdoor lighting fixtures are constantly..
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