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Lighting for New Construction and Home Additions in New Orleans, LA

The best time to plan outdoor lighting for a new home or addition is before the electrical rough-in, while walls are open and the ground is still bare. Decide what you want to light, mark fixture, switch, and junction box locations, plan a GFCI-protected outdoor outlet for any low-voltage transformer, and run empty sleeves under […]

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Lit lantern-style post light among flowers in a garden bed at night

What Are Some Common Problems With Outdoor Lighting in New Orleans, LA?

Wooden deck at dusk with small lights along the railing and a chair

How Do You Run Wiring for Outdoor Lighting in New Orleans, LA?

Backyard swimming pool glowing blue from underwater lights at night

What Type of Lighting Is Best for a Swimming Pool in New Orleans, LA?

Colourful New Orleans shotgun houses with shutters and wall-mounted gallery lanterns

Historic District Lighting Guidelines for Homeowners in New Orleans, LA

Worker using a drill to replace an exterior wall light fixture on a stucco wall

Choosing Between DIY and Professional Lighting Installation in New Orleans, LA

String lights strung between palms over a backyard patio at twilight

Outdoor Event and Party Lighting Ideas in New Orleans, LA

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GFCI and Electrical Code Basics for Outdoor Lighting in New Orleans, LA

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The Benefits of Dimmable Lights: Customizing Your Lighting Experience in New Orleans, LA

Adjustable track lighting fixtures on a ceiling rail

Track Lighting Trends: Flexible and Functional Designs in New Orleans, LA

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Recessed Lighting: Sleek and Subtle Illumination Options in New Orleans, LA

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Pendant Lighting: Versatile Solutions for Every Room in New Orleans, LA

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Transform Your Outdoor Living Space With Stunning Garden Lights in New Orleans

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HOA and Neighborhood Lighting Rules on the North Shore in New Orleans, LA

Many North Shore neighborhoods in Covington, Mandeville, and Madisonville have homeowners associations whose covenants can touch outdoor lighting, usually fixture approval, glare onto neighboring lots, floodlights, and holiday or colored lights. Rules differ by neighborhood, so read your own covenant, ask your HOA’s architectural review committee before installing, and check with your local zoning office. […]

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