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Ridgefield, CT's Premier Outdoor Lighting Company
As Ridgefield's premier outdoor lighting company, Excellence Masonry and Contracting is dedicated to exceptional design. Let us bring your vision for the perfect nightscape to life.
A professional landscape lighting design is about creating subtle, elegant effects, not just flooding an area with light. We use a variety of specialized techniques, such as "uplighting" to highlight the unique branching structure of a specimen tree, "wall-washing" to create a soft, even glow across a stone wall, and "path lighting" with shielded fixtures to illuminate walkways safely without creating glare. We use only commercial-grade, low-voltage LED systems with fully waterproof connections and durable brass or copper fixtures. This focus on professional design techniques and quality components ensures a breathtaking, reliable lighting system.
Why Choose Us?
There are many construction, landscaping, outdoor living, and design companies to choose from- here is what makes us different.
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Our Approach is Thorough and Integrated – As a design-build firm, we eliminate the gap between planning and execution, ensuring every project or service is assessed and delivered with maximum efficiency and zero oversights.
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The Team We Have is Experienced and Robust – Backed by a 25-year family legacy and a crew with up to 50 years of expertise, our team of long-term employees and trusted partners provides a level of craftsmanship that only comes from decades in the field.
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Industry-Leading Warranties and a Client for Life Guarantee – We provide warranties that far exceed state minimums. Our "Client for Life" commitment means we intend to stand by you, and our work, well beyond one project or its warranty. Our goal is to build a relationship, and become a trusted resource for you, year after year. We remain open to address issues, answer questions, assist with maintenance, or repairs, no matter what. Our business is relationship based, not transactional.
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Transparency and Consistent Communication – We keep you in control through complete education and daily updates. From the first call to the final walkthrough, we ensure all costs, options, and timelines are fully transparent.
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Commitment to Professional Responsibility and Top-Quality – We take full ownership of project or service management so you don't have to. Our focus is on delivering the highest feasible standard within your budget, supported by premium partners and a high-performance process.
Our Process
Of course, every project, service and every situation is different, and so is our approach. Below is a general and simplified outline of our process. We can also bid and build to your preexisting plan or design.
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Discovery/Consultation
We discuss your goals for nighttime aesthetics and property security. We assess your home’s architectural features and key landscape assets, identifying the best focal points for illumination. You’ll receive a rough estimate and preliminary options for fixture styles and smart-controller integration.
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Design / Planning
We design the "lighting layers"—balancing path lights for safety with uplights for dramatic texture. We value-engineer the voltage-drop calculations to ensure consistent brightness and establish a construction plan for the wire runs. Project pricing includes high-performance LED fixtures and weather-proof connectivity.
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Construction / Service
Our team installs the system with a focus on "invisible" wire placement and fixture precision. We utilize protective sleeves for all underground runs and integrate smart controllers for automated operation. Expect a transparent experience as we transform the nighttime character of your property with total site respect.
What are the benefits of professional landscape lighting?
Professional landscape lighting enhances your home's security by illuminating dark areas, increases safety by lighting paths and steps, and creates a beautiful, warm ambiance. It also dramatically boosts curb appeal and allows you to enjoy your outdoor living spaces after sunset.
FAQ's
Is low-voltage landscape lighting safe?
Yes, it is very safe. We use professional-grade, low-voltage (12V) systems. The voltage is similar to that of a toy train, posing no significant electrical shock risk to people or pets, even if a wire is accidentally cut.
How much energy does modern landscape lighting use?
Our systems exclusively use high-efficiency LED fixtures. A typical LED landscape light uses 80% less energy than a traditional halogen bulb. An entire system of 15-20 lights often uses less electricity than a single 75-watt incandescent bulb.
What parts of my property are best to light?
Common areas to illuminate include pathways and steps for safety, the front facade of your home to highlight architectural features (up-lighting), key landscape trees or specimen plants (accent lighting), and patio or deck areas for functional use at night.
Can my landscape lighting system be automated?
Absolutely. All of our systems are installed with an astronomical timer that automatically turns the lights on at dusk and off at a time you choose. We can also integrate the system with smart-home controls, allowing you to manage your lights from your phone.
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Walk-Thru, Clean-Up & Maintain
We perform a final nighttime "aim and adjust" session to ensure the lighting matches the design intent perfectly. We’ll walk you through the controller operations and discuss maintenance—such as lens cleaning and seasonal timer adjustments—ensuring your system remains a high-performance asset.
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Is low-voltage landscape lighting safe?
Yes, it is very safe. We use professional-grade, low-voltage (12V) systems. The voltage is similar to that of a toy train, posing no significant electrical shock risk to people or pets, even if a wire is accidentally cut.
Can my landscape lighting system be automated?
Absolutely. All of our systems are installed with an astronomical timer that automatically turns the lights on at dusk and off at a time you choose. We can also integrate the system with smart-home controls, allowing you to manage your lights from your phone.
How much energy does modern landscape lighting use?
Our systems exclusively use high-efficiency LED fixtures. A typical LED landscape light uses 80% less energy than a traditional halogen bulb. An entire system of 15-20 lights often uses less electricity than a single 75-watt incandescent bulb.
What parts of my property are best to light?
Common areas to illuminate include pathways and steps for safety, the front facade of your home to highlight architectural features (up-lighting), key landscape trees or specimen plants (accent lighting), and patio or deck areas for functional use at night.
What are the benefits of professional landscape lighting?
Professional landscape lighting enhances your home's security by illuminating dark areas, increases safety by lighting paths and steps, and creates a beautiful, warm ambiance. It also dramatically boosts curb appeal and allows you to enjoy your outdoor living spaces after sunset.