Caliche and limestone
Rocky ground on the north side limits trenching. We route cable carefully and use conduit and surface mounts where needed.
San Antonio Service Area
Landscape Lighting in San Antonio, TX
Custom low-voltage LED landscape lighting for San Antonio homes, from historic Monte Vista porches to Hill Country limestone in Stone Oak and The Dominion.
San Antonio homes look their best after dark
San Antonio has a style of its own. Spanish Colonial and Mission influences, historic Victorian streets, and Hill Country limestone on the north side all give homes here real character. Thoughtful landscape lighting brings that character out at night and makes long evenings on the patio more comfortable.
Texas Landscape Lights designs and installs custom 12V LED systems for homeowners across Bexar County. We serve Alamo Heights, Olmos Park, Terrell Hills, Monte Vista, King William, Shavano Park, Stone Oak, The Dominion and surrounding neighborhoods. Each project starts with a free consultation and night demo, then a written proposal.
Stucco, tile and limestone
Alamo Heights, Olmos Park and Terrell Hills are full of Spanish Colonial Revival and Mediterranean homes with stucco walls, clay tile roofs, arched entries and wrought iron. Monte Vista has Tudor, Prairie and Craftsman homes alongside grand Mission Revival estates. King William is known for Victorian and Greek Revival homes near the river. North of Loop 1604, Stone Oak and The Dominion feature Hill Country and Tuscan styles built in limestone and stucco.
Stucco looks best with soft, even washes that avoid harsh hot spots. Arches, courtyards and ironwork come alive with small accent lights and gentle shadows. Limestone on north side homes takes grazing light beautifully, showing off the texture of each block.
Live oaks, mesquite and South Texas plantings
San Antonio's yards are shaped by live oaks, cedar elms, Texas red oaks, pecans and mesquite. Mesquite in particular has a twisting, lacy form that makes beautiful shadows on walls and lawns. Texas mountain laurel, Texas sage, agave, prickly pear, yucca and palms fill out many gardens, especially in xeriscaped yards.
Sculptural plants like agave and yucca look dramatic with a single low uplight. Big oaks are ideal for moonlighting from the canopy. Learn more in our guide to landscape lighting techniques.
Hail and flash floods
Spring storms can bring hail and fast-rising water. Durable metal fixtures and elevated transformers handle both.
Deer and heat
Deer roam many north side neighborhoods. Sturdy fixtures, buried cable and protected placement keep the system intact.
Heat and long outdoor seasons
San Antonio summers are long and hot, which makes evenings the best time to be outside. That also means fixtures sit in extreme heat for months. We use solid brass or heavy aluminum LED fixtures that hold up far better than plastic and use a fraction of the power of old halogen systems. Read the best landscape lighting for Texas heat for more on materials.
Courtyards, fountains and outdoor living
Spanish-influenced homes in San Antonio often turn inward, with courtyards, loggias, fountains and covered patios that become the heart of the house on warm evenings. These spaces need soft, layered light rather than bright floods. We use small uplights on columns and arches, gentle downlights from eaves or pergolas, and submersible or close accent lights on fountains and water walls.
Outdoor kitchens and seating areas get practical task lighting that is easy on the eyes, and steps or level changes get low step lights so guests can move around safely. On the north side, many backyards open to greenbelt or Hill Country views. In those cases we keep the light focused near the house so the view stays visible and the night sky stays dark.
For pools, we balance underwater light with soft lighting on surrounding plants and walls, so the pool feels like part of the garden rather than a bright blue rectangle. Pergolas and shade structures are also good places to mount small downlights that light a table without glare.
HOAs, gated communities and historic districts
The Dominion, many Stone Oak subdivisions and other gated communities have HOAs with architectural guidelines. Low-voltage lighting is usually simple to approve, and we can provide a layout and fixture details for your submission. Historic districts such as King William and Monte Vista may have additional review, so it is worth checking first. In every neighborhood, we aim lights onto your property and avoid glare toward neighbors.
Sunset times in San Antonio
Sunset in San Antonio runs from roughly 5:35 pm in early December to about 8:40 pm in late June, a little later than Houston or Dallas in winter. Our sunset timer planner shows suggested schedules by month, and a smart controller can follow sunset automatically.
- Architectural lighting for stucco, tile and limestone homes.
- Patio and pool lighting for courtyards, outdoor kitchens and pools.
- Tree and garden lighting for live oaks, mesquite and native plants.
- Pathway lighting for gated entries, long drives and stone walks.
San Antonio and nearby communities
We also serve homeowners northeast in New Braunfels and up the I-35 corridor in Austin, with the same Hill Country approach.
Want to see your home lit before you decide? Call (281) 704-7210 or request a free plan, and we will schedule an evening consultation at your San Antonio home.
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FAQ
Landscape lighting in San Antonio: FAQ
Do you serve Alamo Heights, Olmos Park and Terrell Hills?
Yes. We work across Bexar County, including Alamo Heights, Olmos Park, Terrell Hills, Monte Vista, King William, Shavano Park, Stone Oak and The Dominion. Consultations are scheduled at your home after dark.
Will deer damage my landscape lighting?
Deer in north San Antonio neighborhoods can bump or trample low fixtures. We use sturdy metal fixtures, keep cable buried and place lights where they are protected by beds, rock or hardscape when possible.
Can you install lighting in caliche and rocky soil?
Yes. Many north side lots have caliche or limestone just below the surface. We adjust with shallow routing, conduit along walls and beds, and surface-mounted fixtures where trenching is not practical.
Is landscape lighting allowed in historic districts?
Low-voltage landscape lighting is generally a landscape element, but historic districts can have their own review rules. If your home is in a district like King William or Monte Vista, we recommend checking with the city before installation.
When does it get dark in San Antonio?
Sunset in San Antonio runs from roughly 5:35 pm in early December to about 8:40 pm in late June. An astronomical timer or smart controller tracks the change for you.
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Share a few details and we will reach out to schedule a free consultation. We will talk through your goals, look at the property and, where it helps, show you a night demo before you decide anything.
- Custom design for your home, not a preset package
- Written proposal with fixture locations and pricing
- Warm, low-glare 12V LED systems built for Texas weather
- Final aiming visit after dark
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