As 2025 comes to a close, the landscape lighting industry has seen a year of rapid change marked by sweeping advances in smart lighting technology, increased demand for energy-efficient solutions, and shifting homeowner expectations that challenged many businesses to adapt quickly. Whether you spent the year fine-tuning your service offerings, navigating supply-chain fluctuations, or exploring new design trends, these shifts likely shaped the way you worked. The two articles below were our top must-read landscape lighting articles at Central of 2025 that can be valuable to help you make sense of the year’s biggest developments and prepare strategically for a successful 2026.
Grow Your Bottom Line With Low Voltage Lighting Service Contracts
Low voltage landscape lighting continues to grow in popularity for homeowners and businesses seeking to enhance their curb appeal and security. These lighting systems offer energy efficient and versatile installs, making them a cost-effective solution for outdoor illumination. However, maintenance is a frequently overlooked revenue source, which is where service contracts come into play.
Understanding the Importance of Volt-Ampere Rating (VA)
The Volt Ampere (VA) system is an important method of measuring the power consumption of electrical devices, and in our case, LED lights. Understanding the VA system and how it relates to LED lighting can help ensure that you choose and install lights that are energy efficient and operate at their optimal performance level.
