Pathway Lighting Installation
Pathway lighting does more than outline a walkway. When it’s designed correctly, it improves safety, enhances curb appeal, and creates a natural flow from your driveway to your front door.
If you’re looking for professional pathway lighting installation in Raleigh or the surrounding area, Sunset Lights specializes exclusively in outdoor and landscape lighting. We design and install low-voltage pathway lighting systems that illuminate walkways, garden paths, and driveways while complementing your property’s architecture and landscape.
If pathway lighting is part of a larger outdoor lighting project, we offer 10% off complete installations and provide free on-site consultations, including a live nighttime demo.
Why Pathway Lighting Matters
In Raleigh, outdoor spaces are used year-round. Without proper illumination, walkways, driveways, and garden paths quickly become dark areas that affect safety and usability.
Professionally installed pathway lighting:
We recommend a layered lighting approach with warm color temperatures (typically 2700K–3000K) that balances enhanced visibility with a welcoming aesthetic.
Low Voltage Pathway Lighting Systems
We use low-voltage path lighting systems because they are safer, energy-efficient, and built for long-term performance.
Low-voltage systems:
Managing voltage drop is critical in any low-voltage path system. Improper planning can cause dim fixtures at the end of the line. Our installation process ensures consistent illumination from the first fixture to the last.
Every system includes LED bulbs selected for proper lumens, color temperature, and performance.
Types of Pathway Lights We Install
Choosing the right path lights depends on your landscape design, personal style, and how the space is used.
Traditional Downlight Path Lights
These low-voltage path lights direct light downward in a controlled pattern, creating even illumination across garden paths and walkways. LED bulbs provide energy-efficient performance and long-lasting light while maintaining a warm color temperature.
Mini Bollard Path Lights
Bollard styles offer slightly broader light output and complement both modern and contemporary landscapes. They work well along driveways and open transitions where enhanced visibility is important.
In-Ground Path Lights
Installed flush with pavers or concrete, these modern fixtures provide subtle illumination while defining the edge of the pathway. They’re often used in sleek, contemporary designs where minimal hardware is preferred.
Directional Path Lights
Directional fixtures focus the light source precisely where needed, helping avoid overlighting while still improving safety along uneven ground or elevation changes.
We typically recommend brass, copper, stainless steel, or powder coated aluminum fixtures that resist corrosion in wet or hot weather. The high-quality materials we use ensure durable performance and consistent light output over time.
How Sunset Lights Designs Pathway Lighting
Professionally installed pathway lighting isn't just about placing fixtures at equal intervals. It’s about understanding how you move through your property.
Our design process includes:
- Evaluating curves, elevation changes, and ground transitions
- Identifying dark areas along walkways and driveways
- Determining optimal spacing (typically 9–12 feet apart, alternating one side to create balance)
- Selecting the correct fixture style and light source
- Calculating proper lumens and voltage path requirements
We'll create uniform illumination across the path without glare or overlighting.
Our Installation Process
Most pathway lighting installations are completed in one day, depending on project size. Our process is meticulous, thorough, and customized to your yard, ensuring we never cut corners.
During installation:
- Fixtures are installed within proper distance of the path edge
- Wiring is buried approximately 6 inches in protected ground areas
- Connections are sealed to prevent moisture intrusion
- Transformers are sized to maintain consistent performance
- Timers and smart controls are installed for automation
After installation, we return at night to fine-tune light levels and angles to highlight architectural details, water features, and other areas you want to illuminate.
Pathway Lighting FAQs
Start Your Pathway Lighting Project
If you’re considering pathway lighting in the greater Raleigh area, the best next step is a free on-site consultation.
To schedule a free-onsite demo or consultation, fill out the form below, or call or text Sunset Lights at 919-899-9395. Ask about our live nighttime demo and 10% off complete outdoor lighting installation when pathway lighting is part of a larger landscape lighting plan.