Tips & Advice Posts
When it comes to improving your home's exterior, outdoor lighting can dramatically transform the way your property looks, feels, and functions after sunset. As with many home improvement projects, [...]
If you have a professionally installed landscape lighting system, one of its most important components is the transformer. Although it's often tucked away on the side of your home [...]
Are you building or remodeling your home? Are you looking to revamp your peaceful escape, but not quite sure where to begin the process of adding landscape lighting? If [...]
With the weather warming up, and the days becoming longer, you will most likely find yourself outdoors on your deck or patio this Summer. Knowing the best lighting fixtures [...]
Spring is finally here and with that comes more time spent outdoors, enjoying your lighting system. It is vital to learn how to keep your system running properly throughout [...]
Using well lights to highlight various architectural features on houses is becoming more prevalent in landscape lighting designs recently. We see many customers having columns, arches and garages that [...]
With Summer quickly fading, and Fall fast approaching, an outdoor fire feature with an inviting seating area is a great way to keep the Summer atmosphere alive. When creating [...]
Flag Day is coming up on June 14. It is a day to honor the American Flag and what it represents. There are certain lighting requirements when the American flag is flown [...]
What Questions Should You Ask an Outdoor Lighting Contractor? Quick answer: Ask about their experience specializing in lighting (not general landscaping or electrical work), [...]
Everyone wants their home to be a safe place – free from crime, theft, and other unwanted mischief. One measure to amp up your home’s security involves adding outdoor [...]
When correctly designed and installed, landscape lighting can significantly boost the nighttime curb appeal and increase the security of your home and property. Adding lighting to the garage area, which is a [...]
As the seasons shift from summer to fall and winter to spring, the sun begins to set earlier or later into the evening. You might be too familiar with [...]
Have you ever pulled into a driveway so dark you had difficulty navigating your way around it? Perhaps, you worried about hitting something on the property or wondered if [...]
Are you trying to decide which type of outdoor lighting fixtures to select for your lighting system? With so many different options available, it can be an overwhelming decision [...]
You invested money in your home and want it to look it’s best at night. Hiring a landscape lighting professional or company that specializes in outdoor lighting ensures the [...]
If you have ever walked your property at night, you know how difficult it is when you can’t see where you are going or what’s in front of you. [...]
If you prefer landscape lighting fixtures that are barely noticeable, then you’ll want to learn more about these stylish LED well lights. They’re versatile, durable, and provide excellent illumination. [...]
Snow in April?! Hopefully, this is the last weekend we’ll see snow in the forecast until next year. In anticipation of Omaha’s warm days ahead, we wanted to share [...]
If you’re like most busy homeowners, the last thing you want to do is remember to turn your landscape lights on every night and off every morning. Lucky, you [...]
A good landscape lighting design can transform your outdoor spaces, add distinction and enhance the beauty of your home, and increase the overall safety and security of your property. [...]
It’s a good idea to discuss future maintenance services and options before having your outdoor lighting installed. Maintenance is essential to the continued beauty and functionality of a system [...]
Landscape lighting is an important aspect of your Omaha home and property. […]
Spring is an excellent time to hire an outdoor lighting company to illuminate your home or property. Landscape lighting will not only allow you to enjoy your backyard more during these [...]
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The end of winter is on the horizon with only a few months remaining until spring. It’s the best time to start planning and preparing your outdoor living areas, [...]
When starting an outdoor lighting project, or any home improvement venture, you have the choice of doing it yourself or hiring a professional to take care of the work for [...]
Today’s LED landscape lighting technology offers beautiful lighting options coupled with energy savings and bulb longevity. […]
Strategically placed landscape lighting creates a welcoming, yet subtle, atmosphere each night – one that you can enjoy for years to come. In the previous posts, we shared different ideas [...]
Now that we’ve provided tips for lighting your home for security and safety, let’s dive into the fun stuff. Lighting to accentuate the beauty of your home and boost [...]
We are definitely in the thick of winter here in Omaha. It’s cold, dreary, and the fog! Maybe it’s just me, but I think the fog makes it seem colder [...]
Here at McKay Landscape Lighting we get some frequently asked questions from our current customers, new customers, and sometimes other companies. We thought it would be nice to offer [...]
