Landscape Lighting Design · Metairie
Landscape Lighting Design in Metairie, LA
Metairie's mature oak canopies, brick-front ranches, and sprawling corner lots look completely different after dark — and not always in a good way. Nolagreen Landscaping brings the same attention to detail we put into our daytime designs to after-dark lighting plans that actually complement your property. Whether you're on a quiet street off Veterans Memorial Boulevard or backing up to one of the Metairie Road corridors, we design lighting that fits the scale and character of your home.
4.9★ · 113 Google reviews
Landscape Lighting Design · Metairie
Landscape Lighting Design for Metairie
Landscape lighting design is the deliberate placement of low-voltage or LED fixtures — path lights, uplights, downlights, spotlights, and wash lights — to make your outdoor spaces usable, safe, and visually compelling after sunset. It's not just about aesthetics: well-placed lighting deters trespassers, guides guests safely to your front door, and extends the hours you can actually enjoy your patio or backyard. For Metairie homeowners with established trees, manicured beds, and investment-level hardscaping, a thoughtful lighting plan protects and showcases what you've already built. We design systems that are zoned, dimmable, and built around energy-efficient LED technology so your monthly utility impact stays low.
- Low-voltage LED systems designed to cut energy use versus older halogen setups
- Uplighting for live oaks, magnolias, and crape myrtles common throughout Metairie yards
- Path and step lighting along driveways, walkways, and raised garden beds
- Zoned transformer controls so front yard, backyard, and pool areas operate independently
- Fixture selection that accounts for Metairie's humidity and seasonal storm exposure
- Designs that integrate with existing irrigation and landscape plans — no starting over
What to expect
Your landscape lighting design visit, step by step
On-Site Consultation
We walk your property at or after dusk when possible to see exactly how existing light sources interact with your trees, beds, and structures.
Custom Lighting Plan
We produce a fixture-by-fixture layout showing placement, beam angles, and zones so you know precisely what you're getting before any wire is run.
Professional Installation
Our crew installs all fixtures, low-voltage wiring, and transformers with concealed runs that don't disrupt your existing landscaping.
Walkthrough & Adjustment
We do a final nighttime walkthrough with you, adjusting aim and brightness until the result matches the plan — and your expectations.
Reviews
What our clients say
Rated 4.9 from 113 Google reviews.
"Great experience. Mark was friendly and communicative throughout the quick process. Scheduled and installed sod in our backyard within a very short timeframe. I’m definitely calling them again for other projects."
"Mark and his crew were thorough, efficient, reasonably priced and did a great job on my yard cleanup and replacing my old fence. Recommend!"
FAQ
Landscape Lighting Design in Metairie — common questions
How much does landscape lighting design typically cost in Metairie?
Project costs vary based on lot size, number of fixtures, and complexity of the design — a focused front-yard plan for a standard Metairie ranch will land differently than a full wraparound system for a larger property near Old Metairie. We provide a detailed written estimate after the on-site consultation so there are no surprises. Contact us to schedule that first visit.
Will landscape lighting hold up through Louisiana summers and hurricane season?
All fixtures we specify are rated for the heat and humidity levels typical of Southeast Louisiana, and we use burial-rated cable throughout. We also discuss placement strategy with storm season in mind — fixtures in high-wind zones are anchored and positioned to minimize exposure. If a fixture is damaged in a storm, we can service the system.
Can you add lighting to an existing landscape without tearing up my yard?
Yes — this is one of the most common requests we get in Metairie where homeowners have mature, established plantings they don't want disturbed. Low-voltage systems use thin-gauge cable that can be routed through existing beds with minimal disruption. We're careful with root zones on older oaks and established hedges.
Do you design lighting for the backyard and pool areas, or just the front?
We design for the entire property — front yard curb appeal, backyard entertaining areas, pool surrounds, patios, and side passages. Many Metairie homeowners find the backyard is where they actually spend time, so that's often where the most impactful lighting work happens. We treat the full site as one cohesive plan.
How long does installation take?
Most residential landscape lighting installations in Metairie are completed in one day, though larger properties or phased projects may take two. We'll give you a realistic timeline during the estimate phase. We schedule around your availability and try to minimize the window your yard is disrupted.
Serving Metairie
More services & nearby areas
Metairie homeowners know that curb appeal on streets like Focis, Cleary, and the subdivisions off Causeway Boulevard is a real competitive factor — neighbors notice. Nolagreen is based in Jefferson Parish, so we're not driving in from across the lake; we know the tree species, the soil conditions, and the architectural styles common to Old Metairie, Lake Shores, and the neighborhoods tucked between the cemeteries and the lakefront. We work with the landscape, not against it.
Visit us
Hours & location
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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