Landscape & Outdoor Lighting in West Hollywood

From hillside homes above the Sunset Strip to Spanish Revival courtyard apartments near Plummer Park, beautifully designed outdoor lighting transforms how West Hollywood homes live at night. Shaffer Construction, Inc. specializes in low\u2011voltage LED systems that enhance architecture, highlight drought\u2011tolerant landscaping, and create safe, inviting paths and entries—without harsh glare or light spill to neighbors. We combine thoughtful design with precision installation, smart controls, and code\u2011compliant wiring. Whether you're in a luxury condo off La Cienega, a modern townhouse near the Pacific Design Center, or a classic home in West Hollywood West, our team tailors lighting to your property's style and your day\u2011to\u2011day routine.

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A, B & C10 Contractor
25+ Years
Experience in LA
1000+ Projects
Successfully Completed

Our Work

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Benefits

Lighting Built for the Future

We engineer outdoor lighting that’s ready for how you live today and tomorrow. Multi‑tap, Wi‑Fi or DMX‑capable transformers, app‑based astronomical timers, and integration with systems like Lutron RA3, Caséta, Control4, or Alexa/Google allow scene control from your phone. We pre‑pull spare conduit and leave 20–30% transformer headroom so adding a new path, arbor, or sculpture uplight later is simple. Our voltage‑drop modeling ensures even brightness across long runs—crucial for larger lots and shared courtyards common in WeHo.

Compliance and Local Permits

Shaffer Construction manages permits end‑to‑end, coordinating with the City of West Hollywood Building and Safety Division and HOA committees. Our installations follow the California Electrical Code (including NEC Article 411 for low‑voltage lighting), Title 24 outdoor control requirements, and local glare/trespass standards. We schedule inspections, provide as‑built drawings if required, and verify GFCI, bonding, and burial depths per code to keep your project safe, legal, and on schedule.

Expert Workmanship Guaranteed

We use marine‑grade brass or powder‑coated aluminum fixtures, stainless fasteners, and IP65‑IP67 rated components. Direct‑burial 12/2 or 10/2 cable, silicone‑filled, waterproof connectors, and sand‑bedded trenches with warning tape ensure durability. On the primary side, we install surge protection, GFCI protection, and weather‑rated enclosures. A hub wiring method and multi‑tap transformers maintain balanced voltage. The result: consistent, beautiful lighting with minimal maintenance and long LED lifespans (50,000+ hours).

Customized Lighting Designs

Every property is different—tight West Knoll side yards, shared courtyards off Fountain Avenue, or terraced gardens above Sunset. We start with an onsite night‑time assessment, create a fixture schedule, run voltage‑drop calculations, and map circuits to minimize trenching. We coordinate with landscapers and irrigation plans, choose beam angles and optics to avoid light spill, and offer a temporary night demo so you can preview key focal points before we finalize installation.

What We Offer

Custom landscape lighting design with night demo and photometrics
Transformer sizing with multi‑tap outputs and 20–30% growth capacity
Low‑voltage (12–15V) wiring with direct‑burial 12/2 or 10/2 cable
Trenching, hardscape sleeving, and clean restoration of planting beds
LED path, step, and bollard lighting for narrow walkways
Tree and architectural uplighting with precise beam angles and shielding
Wall wash and graze lighting to highlight stucco and stone facades
Deck, railing, and stair illumination with glare‑free fixtures
Pool and spa perimeter lighting with code‑compliant separations
Smart controls: astronomical timers, photocells, app integration (Lutron/Control4)
Voltage‑drop modeling and hub wiring for even brightness
Surge protection, GFCI protection, and weather‑rated enclosures
Color‑changing RGBW options for holidays and Pride events
HOA and city permit coordination with as‑built documentation
System tune‑ups, fixture retrofits, and LED upgrades of legacy systems

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permit for low‑voltage landscape lighting in West Hollywood?+

Many 12–15V systems connected to existing code‑compliant power don’t require a permit. If we add a new outdoor circuit, install new receptacles, trench through common areas, or work in condo common spaces, the City of West Hollywood Building and Safety Division typically requires an electrical permit. We review your scope and handle all submissions and inspections.

How long does a typical project take in WeHo?+

Most installations take 2–5 days on site. If permits or HOA approvals are needed, allow an additional 1–3 weeks for processing. We stage materials in advance so once approvals arrive, our crew can complete trenching, wiring, fixture placement, and programming with minimal disruption to residents and neighbors.

Will the lighting bother my neighbors or violate local rules?+

We design with glare shields, precise beam angles, and warm color temperatures to prevent light trespass. We follow local standards that discourage spill onto adjacent properties. Aiming is finalized at night to ensure paths are safe, architecture is highlighted, and nearby residences remain undisturbed.

Can you integrate the lights with my smart home system?+

Yes. We regularly integrate with Lutron RA3/Caséta, Control4, and voice assistants. Astronomical timers adjust automatically with sunset/sunrise. You can create scenes—entertaining, arrival, quiet hours—and control brightness or schedules from your phone without relying on cloud‑only devices that can be unreliable in dense Wi‑Fi areas.

What maintenance is required for outdoor lighting?+

LED systems are low‑maintenance. We recommend an annual checkup: clean lenses, adjust for plant growth, verify voltage, and inspect connections. Brass fixtures develop a natural patina, while powder‑coated units may need occasional wipe‑downs. Our installations use corrosion‑resistant parts and waterproof connectors to minimize service needs.

What will my energy use look like with LED fixtures?+

LED landscape lights typically use 70–85% less energy than halogen. A system with 25 fixtures averaging 4W each runs at about 100W—roughly the same as a single traditional floodlight—keeping ongoing costs low even with nightly operation.

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