Covington · St. Tammany Parish

High-Quality Lighting Services in Covington

Covington sits along the Bogue Falaya and Tchefuncte rivers in St. Tammany Parish, with wooded estates and a historic downtown around Lee Lane. We design landscape and accent lighting that suits both heavily treed properties and historic architecture.

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What Every Covington Project Gets

  • Free Evening DemoSee it lit on your property first
  • Local Permits HandledBuilt to local codes and regulations
  • Repair and MaintenanceWe keep what we install running
  • 100% SatisfactionOur guarantee on every job

Lighting in Covington

Planned Around Covington Properties

From low-voltage landscape systems to pathway and security lighting, we plan each install around Covington's tree cover, river-valley moisture, and our Gulf climate.

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Our services

What We Light in Covington

The free evening demo

See It Lit at Night, Before You Decide

Lighting is hard to picture on paper. We come out to your Covington property after dark, set up fixtures, and let you see the real effect before you commit to anything.

  • Free design consultation with our lighting designer
  • Live preview on your property, at night
  • Maintenance available after install
Outdoor pavilion with warm pendant and column lighting

How it works

How We Work in Covington

We stay with you from the first look at your property to keeping the system bright for years.

  1. Step 1

    Consultation and Site Survey

    We meet on site, talk through your goals, check your current lighting, and survey the property for fixture placement and power.

  2. Step 2

    Lighting Design

    You get a custom lighting plan built to your needs and budget. The design consultation is free.

  3. Step 3

    Free Evening Demo

    We set fixtures up after dark so you can see how the lighting changes your property before you decide.

  4. Step 4

    Installation

    Our team installs everything in the plan, with permits and inspections handled.

  5. Step 5

    Ongoing Maintenance

    We clean bulbs, remove hard water deposits, and adjust fixtures so the system keeps performing.

Built for Louisiana

Ready for Covington Summers and Storm Season

Our humid, storm-prone climate makes fixture quality and proper sealing essential. We design systems that are as durable as they are beautiful.

  • 12V

    Low-Voltage System

    A transformer steps household power down to 12 volts, which is safer and easy to expand later.

  • LED

    Low Running Costs

    Modern LED fixtures use very little power while putting out bright, warm light.

  • Sealed

    Weather-Rated Fixtures

    Corrosion-resistant fixtures with sealed connections, built to keep performing season after season.

Reviews

What Our Customers Say

Real reviews from Big Easy Lighting customers.

“If I need garden lighting, I will only choose this company. With Big Easy Lighting, I had an easy time working with my lights, and I can't wait to work with them again next year.”
Harold Atkinson
“Big Easy Lighting did an excellent job on our landscape lighting. They provided us with helpful advice and were extremely easy to work with. We're delighted with the results!”
Christina Porter
“Our lighting system was installed by Big Easy Lighting to a world-class standard! Our home has been enhanced beyond our expectations. Thank you!”
Charles Zeitler

Covington lighting FAQ

Common Questions in Covington

Don't see yours? Call and ask. We're always happy to help.

How Much Does Outdoor Lighting Installation Cost in Covington?+

Outdoor lighting cost in Covington depends on the number of fixtures, the type of lighting, and how much wiring the layout needs. A small pathway or accent project sits at the lower end, while a full landscape system costs more. A free on-site estimate gives you the most accurate number.

Is Landscape Lighting Worth It?+

Yes. Landscape lighting improves curb appeal, safety, and security while extending how long you can enjoy your yard at night. In Covington, well-placed lighting also highlights mature trees and architecture, and it is one of the higher-return outdoor upgrades.

Do You Install Both Residential and Commercial Lighting in Covington?+

Yes. We handle residential landscape and outdoor lighting as well as commercial lighting for businesses across Covington and St. Tammany Parish, from homes to storefronts, parking areas, and signage.

How Long Does a Lighting Installation Take?+

Most outdoor lighting installations take from one to a few days, depending on the number of fixtures and the wiring involved. We give you a clear schedule up front and keep the site clean as we work.

Does Outdoor Lighting Hold Up to Covington's Weather?+

Yes. We use weather-rated, corrosion-resistant fixtures and proper sealing built for our humid, storm-prone Gulf climate. Low-voltage systems are designed to keep performing through Covington's heat, rain, and humidity.

Bike path under a canopy of oak trees

All about Covington

About Covington

Covington is the parish seat of St. Tammany Parish, set where the Bogue Falaya and Tchefuncte rivers meet on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. The town was founded in 1813 and grew as a river port shipping goods across the lake to New Orleans. Its historic downtown, riverside parks, and the western end of the Tammany Trace give the town its character.

Parish: St. Tammany Parish

Landmarks: Bogue Falaya Park, Columbia Street Landing, Covington Trailhead, Division of St. John Historic District

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Things to Do in Covington

  • Three Rivers Art Festival: Free November art show on Columbia Street with about 200 juried artists, live demos, and kids' activities.
  • Columbia Street Block Party: Final Friday nights from March to October with live music, food, a classic car show, and an art market.
  • Sunset at the Landing: Acoustic concerts by the Bogue Falaya River at the Columbia Street landing, third Fridays from March to October.
  • Covington Farmers Market: Saturday mornings on North Columbia Street and Wednesdays at the trailhead, with local produce and baked goods.
  • Rockin' the Rails: Free Thursday concerts at the Covington Trailhead each April and fall, featuring southeast Louisiana bands.

Notable Residents

  • Walker Percy: Author of The Moviegoer who spent most of his writing career in Covington.
  • Pete Maravich: 'Pistol Pete,' the LSU and NBA scoring legend, who made his home in Covington.
  • Hank Stram: Hall of Fame coach of the Kansas City Chiefs who built his retirement home in Covington.
  • Ian Somerhalder: Actor from Lost and The Vampire Diaries who was born in Covington.
Downtown sidewalk and shops lit up at night

Fun Facts About Covington

  • Founded in 1813 as Wharton, the town was renamed Covington in 1816 in honor of General Leonard Covington.
  • Downtown blocks were laid out around small central squares called ox lots, where farmers and merchants once tethered livestock.
  • The Tammany Trace, a 31-mile rails-to-trails path, starts at the Covington Trailhead with its clock tower and bandstand.

Nearby Communities

Driving Directions

  • From Downtown New Orleans: Take I-10 West to Causeway Boulevard, cross the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, then follow U.S. 190 north past I-12 into Covington.
  • From Baton Rouge: Take I-12 East to LA 21 (exit 59) or U.S. 190 (exit 63), then head north into Covington.
  • From Slidell: Take I-12 West to U.S. 190 (exit 63), then head north into Covington.

Public transit: St. Tammany Parish's STAR Transit offers call-ahead, curb-to-curb public rides for parish residents, with urban service covering Covington on weekdays.

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Rather talk? Call (504) 784-6858, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–6 PM.

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