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Garden lighting — Landscape gardener
Describe the areas to light, the intended use and the atmosphere or visibility you need, with photographs and a garden plan. Identify existing power and future landscaping work so lighting positions, cable routes and controls can be assessed without assuming indoor fittings or ad hoc connections are suitable outdoors.
Service scope
Planning and installation of specified outdoor lighting for paths, seating areas or landscape features, with equipment and electrical work appropriate to the environment. Decorative layout, electrical design, supply and controls are separate responsibilities that must be coordinated.
What is normally included
- Defined outdoor-lighting brief
- Specified fittings and control arrangements
- Competent electrical installation and handover where appointed
What is not included
- Unqualified fixed-wiring work
- Automatic installation of an electrical supply under a landscaping-only quote
Typical tasks
- Review lighting purpose and locations
- Assess power and environmental constraints
- Specify suitable fittings and controls
- Coordinate competent installation
- Check operation and provide user information
What to include in your brief
- Garden plan and lighting areas
- Desired use and appearance
- Existing electrical-supply information
- Paths planting and excavation constraints
- Controls timing and maintenance preferences
Choosing the right professional
Ask who is responsible for electrical design, installation and testing, as well as the visual layout. Compare equipment suitability and maintenance access, and require fixed electrical work to be handled by someone competent for the system and local requirements.
Important considerations
- Outdoor moisture and damaged cables can create electrical hazards
- Poorly placed lighting can create glare or disturb neighbouring areas
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