Outdoor Lighting Repair
At Carolina Irrigation and Lighting, we provide dependable low-voltage landscape lighting repairs to keep your outdoor spaces safe, functional, and visually polished. If your lights are flickering, dimming, or not working at all, our technicians can quickly identify the issue and get your system back up and running.
We service and repair most low-voltage lighting systems, addressing common issues such as damaged wiring, failing transformers, corroded connections, voltage drop, timer or photocell malfunctions, and broken or outdated fixtures. Whether we installed your system or another contractor did, our team has the experience to restore reliable performance.
Beyond the repair itself, we evaluate the entire lighting system to confirm proper voltage, fixture placement, and overall efficiency. When appropriate, we can upgrade bulbs to energy-efficient LEDs and fine-tune the layout to improve coverage and appearance.
Our goal is simple: extend the life of your lighting system and deliver consistent, dependable results night after night.
Local Experience. Long-Lasting Results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can weather affect my low voltage lighting system?
Extreme weather, heavy rain, and freezing temperatures can sometimes affect connections or fixtures, especially if the system is older or was improperly installed.
Why did my lights stop working after landscaping or digging?
Underground wiring can be damaged during:
- Mulching
- Planting
- Edging
- Drainage or irrigation work
We recommend having lighting lines marked before any digging.
Why do bulbs burn out frequently?
Frequent bulb failure may be caused by:
- Over-voltage
- Poor-quality bulbs
- Moisture entering the fixture
Using quality LED bulbs and proper installation helps extend bulb life.
Why do my lights turn off randomly at night?
Possible causes include:
- Overloaded transformer
- Timer or photocell malfunction
- Loose wiring connections
A professional inspection ensures safe and reliable operation.
Why do my lights look dim?
Dim lighting is often caused by:
- Voltage drop from improper wiring layout
- Too many fixtures on one circuit
- Long wire runs
- Aging bulbs
Proper system design and transformer sizing help prevent this.
Why won’t my landscape lights turn on?
Common causes include:
- Tripped GFCI outlet or breaker
- Timer or photocell set incorrectly
- Transformer turned off or unplugged
- Loose wire connections
- Break in the wire
If these items check out and the lights still don’t work, professional service may be needed.
Why are my lights flickering?
Flickering is commonly due to:
- Loose connections
- Moisture in wire splices
- A failing bulb
- Transformer issues
- Voltage issue
This should be addressed promptly to avoid further damage.
Why are some lights working while others are not?
This is usually caused by:
- A loose or corroded wire connection
- Damaged underground wiring
- A failed bulb or fixture
A technician can quickly locate and repair the issue.
Why do my lights turn on during the day?
This is usually related to:
- A photocell that is shaded, dirty, or failing
- Timer settings that need adjustment
Cleaning or repositioning the photocell often solves the problem.
When should I call for professional service?
You should contact a professional if:
- Multiple lights stop working
- Breakers or GFCIs keep tripping
- Wiring damage is suspected
- Adjustments no longer fix the issue