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Installing landscape lighting is a fantastic way to add beauty, function, and value to your property—but only if it’s done correctly. While it may seem simple to place a few lights in your yard, there’s a lot more strategy behind a well-designed system. Homeowners often make small mistakes that result in poor visibility, wasted energy, or even damaged fixtures.
At Salas Services, we help homeowners across the DFW Metroplex and surrounding areas design and maintain professional landscape lighting systems that avoid common pitfalls. If you’re planning to upgrade your outdoor lighting—or if your current setup isn’t performing—watch out for these common mistakes.
Too many lights can overwhelm your landscape and wash out its natural features. Overlighting:
Instead, lighting should be subtle and strategic. Use accent lights to highlight focal points, path lights for navigation, and soft uplights for trees and structures.
Placing fixtures in the wrong locations often leads to:
Our experts at Salas Services always begin with a thoughtful layout, ensuring light is distributed evenly and effectively throughout your property.
Effective landscape lighting isn’t about one type of fixture. A good system uses layers, such as:
Using only one type of lighting can make your yard look flat or unbalanced. Layering creates depth, mood, and improved functionality.
One of the most common long-term mistakes is not thinking about how trees, shrubs, or garden beds will grow around your lights. Over time, plants can:
We help you plan ahead so your system grows with your landscape—ensuring it remains functional and beautiful for years to come.
Cheap fixtures or cables often fail under weather exposure. Homeowners may experience:
We always use durable, weather-rated materials designed for outdoor use—keeping your lighting reliable in every season.
Even the best lighting systems need occasional care. Neglecting maintenance leads to:
Salas Services offers landscape lighting maintenance to keep your system in top condition. We handle inspections, replacements, and adjustments so your yard stays perfectly lit year-round.
Outdoor lighting often requires low-voltage electrical work. If done improperly, it can lead to:
Trust a professional to ensure everything is up to code and safely installed.
We bring years of expertise in landscape lighting design and maintenance, tailored to your property’s unique needs. Our process includes:
Homeowners across the DFW Metroplex trust us to create lighting systems that enhance, not hinder, their outdoor living spaces.
Here are the most common questions client’s usually have for us. Still have more questions? Contact Us.
Yes, we offer emergency tree removal services for situations such as storm damage, fallen trees, or hazardous trees posing an immediate risk. Contact us at [phone number] as soon as possible in case of emergencies, and our team will prioritize your situation.
We can assist you with the process of obtaining permits for tree removal, if required. The need for permits varies based on local regulations and tree preservation ordinances. Our team will guide you through the necessary steps and provide any documentation or information needed for the permit application.
While trees are generally low-maintenance, certain signs indicate the need for professional intervention. Watch out for symptoms such as extensive dead or dying branches, sudden leaf loss, significant pest infestation, leaning or unstable tree structure, or visible signs of disease or decay. If you notice any of these issues, it's best to consult with our skilled arborists.
Several signs indicate that a tree may need to be removed, including significant structural damage, extensive disease or pest infestation, severe leaning, extensive root damage, or proximity to power lines or structures. Our professional arborists can assess the tree's health and safety to determine if removal is necessary.
The frequency of tree trimming or pruning depends on various factors such as tree species, age, and overall health. As a general guideline, it is recommended to have trees pruned every 3-5 years to maintain their shape, promote healthy growth, and remove any hazardous or dead branches.
The ideal time to plant new trees depends on the tree species and climate. In general, spring and fall are the preferred seasons for tree planting as the weather conditions are more favorable for root establishment. However, it's best to consult with our experts who can provide guidance based on your specific location and tree species.
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