Landscape Lighting in Boise, ID

Light Up Your Outdoors, Idaho Style

There’s something special about evenings in Boise. Whether it’s the view of the foothills, the scent of pine on a summer breeze, or the sound of sprinklers ticking in the distance—our city knows how to do “evening.” And if you’re lucky enough to have a yard here, you want to enjoy it after sunset, too.

That’s where landscape lighting comes in.

Whether you live in the North End, Harris Ranch, or a quiet pocket of West Boise, a thoughtfully lit outdoor space doesn’t just look good—it makes your whole property feel more welcoming, secure, and usable.

Here’s your complete guide to landscape lighting in Boise, ID—from design inspiration to smart tech, and everything in between.

What Is Landscape Lighting, Exactly?

At its core, landscape lighting is all about using light to enhance your outdoor space—not just for visibility, but for mood, security, and design.

It’s not about flooding your whole yard with light. It’s about intention—highlighting what matters, creating ambiance, and guiding movement after dark.

Popular Types of Landscape Lighting in Boise

Boise homes come in all shapes and styles—from modern builds near the Greenbelt to cozy bungalows tucked into tree-lined streets. That variety makes for lots of creative lighting opportunities.

Path Lights

Perfect for walkways, garden borders, and entryways. These low-profile fixtures help guests find their way and create a warm, welcoming vibe.

Tree Uplighting

Want to show off that beautiful birch or stately pine? Uplighting adds drama and depth to trees, making your landscaping feel alive at night.

String/Café Lights

Backyard patios, pergolas, and even fences come alive with string lighting. Cozy, romantic, and great for entertaining under the stars.

Spotlights

Ideal for highlighting specific features—think sculptures, water fountains, or architectural details on your home’s exterior.

Wall Wash Lights

These fixtures gently illuminate wide areas (like siding or stone walls), adding elegance without being overpowering.

Entry + Step Lighting

Small, subtle lights placed in steps or stairs add safety and a high-end touch to your front entry or backyard deck.

Why Boise Homes Benefit from Landscape Lighting

Boise’s outdoor culture is strong. We hike, we grill, we gather with neighbors on porches and patios. It makes sense that our yards are an extension of our living space.

Here’s how landscape lighting takes things up a notch:

More Time Outdoors

You don’t have to pack it in when the sun sets. Lighted spaces stay functional—perfect for late-night conversations or early morning coffee.

Better Curb Appeal

A lit home just looks good. It adds depth and interest, draws attention to your architecture, and makes your home look more polished.

Improved Safety

Well-lit paths and steps reduce trip hazards—especially in Boise winters when things can get icy or dark early.

Added Security

Dark corners are inviting for intruders. Thoughtful lighting around entrances, driveways, and fences helps deter unwanted visitors.

LED Landscape Lighting: The Boise Favorite

LED lighting is the go-to for most Boise homeowners—and for good reason:

Energy-efficient: Low power draw, high brightness
Long lifespan: Some bulbs last 15–20 years
Cold-weather friendly: Works great even in Boise’s chillier months
Customizable: Dimmable, color-changing, smart-controlled

Whether you want soft white lighting or modern, color-adjustable fixtures, LED makes it easy to get the vibe you’re after.

Seasonal Considerations for Boise Landscaping

Boise gets it all: snow, sun, wind, and plenty of leaf-dropping trees. Your lighting system needs to adapt to the changing seasons.

In spring: Check for any winter damage, clear debris, and re-aim lights blocked by new growth.
In summer: Trim bushes or trees that have grown into beams, and clean dust off fixtures.
In fall: Clear leaves and test timers—sunsets happen earlier!
In winter: Make sure snow isn’t burying fixtures, especially path lights or driveway lights.

Pro tip: Choose fixtures that are sealed, rust-resistant, and rated for wet or snowy conditions. Boise winters can sneak up fast.

Smart Lighting? Yes, Please.

Home automation has reached the yard—and Boise homeowners are loving it.

With a smart landscape lighting system, you can:

Set schedules based on sunset/sunrise
Create zones (front yard on all night, backyard on a timer)
Adjust color/brightness from your phone
Link to other smart home features (like motion detectors or security cameras)

Systems like Ring, Hue, or low-voltage setups with app integration can give you full control—without ever flipping a switch.

Working with a Boise Landscape Lighting Pro

You can DIY a basic lighting setup—but if you’re going for a custom, polished result that works year-round and looks balanced, it’s worth working with a professional.

Boise lighting pros know:

How to lay out a plan for balance and impact
Where to route low-voltage wiring discreetly
Which fixtures hold up best in our climate
How to fine-tune a system after sunset for that perfect glow

Most pros offer design, installation, and seasonal maintenance so your system stays dialed in long after install day.

130+ Satisfied Customer Reviews

We pride ourselves on offering five star service and products. If you're one of our satisfied customers, we'd love for you to leave a review and let others know what you think.

Every time we hire After Dark for some relatively small lighting job, we're so thrilled with it, we end up hiring them to do another little job. They're always so prompt, efficient, and friendly and never seem to mind that we're on the "add a few lights" program.

M. A. Boone

Great company to do business with. Excellent product, great team of installers. This company knows what they are doing. High quality lighting material. Scott, the owner answers all o four questions, showed up on time for the estimate, installed the lights on the day that worked for both of us and the guys cleaned up after themselves.

Tom Rodrigues

After Dark Landscape Lighting are true professionals. They handle both project work and service calls with the same approach: customer service and expertise. They are prompt, knowledgeable and always responsive. I recommend them to all my friends and neighbors.

Paul Gray

Our lighting couldn’t have turned out better. Thanks Scott for the placement suggestion, and Joey and team for a seamless install! We love our lighting. All of it provides such a nice ambiance in our front and backyard.

Lauren Goodman

I’ve been a longtime customer. My original lights were placed approximately 20 years ago. I recently noticed that one of the light fixtures had been broken by the landscaper and called after hours to come take care of this. They came in a very prompt manner. I had two other light fixtures that I had forgotten existed because they were buried in the shrubs.

Mitzi Cieslak

We have recently completed a landscape lighting project with After Dark Lighting and could not be happier. We contacted them after seeing their truck in our neighborhood. We selected them over another competitor because of their professionalism, experience and customer involved process.

girth

We are thrilled with our new landscape lighting! It is simply beautiful and our yard looks like a park! I am happy to recommend Scott and his company After Dark Landscape Lighting.

Rich Jarvis

I first use after dark over 10 years ago and just recently had them upgrade my lighting The product Quality is consistently outstanding Exceeding my expectations every time. I was completely impressed with the professionalism and customer service. I totally recommend them and give them a five star rating

Terry Robb

Scott and his After Dark team were extremely professional, detail-oriented, communicative, creative, and offered multiple design options. Would highly recommend to anyone considering landscape/exterior light work.

Scott Delphey

After Dark lighting has been our outdoor lighting expert for years. They fix what they say they will, they are quick to come when called. We would highly recommend them for your outdoor lighting needs.