Security Lighting · Ann Arbor, MI

Security Lighting Installation in Ann Arbor, MI

Free quotes from licensed Ann Arbor security lighting installers within 24 hours. Vetted local contractors who know the Ann Arbor climate, architecture, and established neighborhoods like Burns Park, Ives Woods, Old West Side.

Ann Arbor, MI security lighting installation
Security Lighting Types

Four kinds of security lighting installed across Ann Arbor.

Each type fits a different property scale. Network installers across Ann Arbor specialize across all four.

Motion Floodlights

Motion Floodlights

Passive infrared motion fixtures at corners and side paths. Warm-tone.

Driveway Sentinels

Driveway Sentinels

Pillar and post lights along approach drives.

Smart Integrated

Smart Integrated

Camera-triggered and smart-home integrated security lighting.

Dusk-to-Dawn Entry

Dusk-to-Dawn Entry

Photocell-controlled entry and porch lighting that turns on at dusk.

Ann Arbor Investment Snapshot

What security lighting projects typically run in Ann Arbor, MI.

Ann Arbor sits within the Michigan pricing tier. Ranges reflect typical residential installs; estate-scale work in Burns Park or Ives Woods runs significantly higher.

Project Type Low High
Single motion-activated floodlight $150 $400
3–4 fixture perimeter $700 $1,600
Full-property motion + dusk-to-dawn $1,700 $4,600
Smart-integrated with cameras $2,900 $7,450
Estate-scale plan $5,750 $17K
Every Ann Arbor install

Six commitments on every Ann Arbor security lighting project.

What gets included in the base scope. Not as upcharges. The network’s quality bar.

01

HDC coordination for Ann Arbor historic district properties

02

Climate-specific fixture rating (Ann Arbor HDC review + Craftsman heritage + university architectural review + Michigan freeze-thaw)

03

Designer-led plan for estate-scale work

04

Brass throughout, finish matched to Ann Arbor architectural era

05

Smart-platform integration (Caseta mid-tier, RA3 for estates)

06

Color temperature appropriate to era and material context

Sample Ann Arbor Projects

Three realistic Ann Arbor scenarios. Itemized.

Real-world line items from Ann Arbor network installations. Your project will price differently. Request a free quote for an exact scope.

Burns Park, Ann Arbor

Burns Park estate security

Premier estate security install in Burns Park. Designer-led, brass throughout, Ann Arbor-aesthetic-appropriate.

  • Designer plan$2,400
  • Fixtures$6,800
  • Wire/transformer$1,800
  • Install labor$3,800
Project total $7,400

Ives Woods, Ann Arbor

Ives Woods security

Mid-scope security install on a Ives Woods property.

  • Site visit$900
  • Fixtures$3,400
  • Install labor$2,400
Project total $6,700

Old West Side, Ann Arbor

Old West Side security

Modest scope security install in Old West Side.

  • Site visit$500
  • Fixtures$1,800
  • Install labor$1,400
Project total $3,700
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Ann Arbor Neighborhoods We Serve

Local installers across Ann Arbor’s established residential areas.

Each Ann Arbor neighborhood reads differently after dark. Our network installers know the architectural styles, mature landscaping, and material requirements specific to each.

Burns Park

1910s Craftsman and Colonial Revival estate residential

Ives Woods

Estate residential in a wooded enclave

Old West Side

Restored Victorian residential in a Landmark district

Barton Hills

Estate community north of the city. Independent area

Geddes-Highland

Estate residential along Geddes Road

Angell School area

Tudor and Craftsman residential in the Angell Elementary neighborhood

What Homeowners Say

Recent reviews from Ann Arbor homeowners.

Recent feedback from Ann Arbor homeowners after their projects closed.

★★★★★
March 2026

“Estate work in Burns Park. Designer-led, brass throughout, HDC coordination handled completely. Heritage-grade execution.”

Cecilia D.

Burns Park, Ann Arbor

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★★★★★
February 2026

“Ives Woods property. They understood the Ann Arbor HDC review and Craftsman heritage considerations from the first walk-through. Clean install.”

Ashford H.

Ives Woods, Ann Arbor

Security Lighting
★★★★★
January 2026

“Modest security scope in Old West Side. Honest pricing, finished cleanly. Brass quality fixtures for our property scale.”

Cecilia D.

Old West Side, Ann Arbor

Security Lighting
★★★★★
December 2025

“Ives Woods install. Clean work, smart-integrated, finished without disruption. Quality Ann Arbor install.”

Ashford H.

Ives Woods, Ann Arbor

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Ann Arbor at twilight

Burns Park at twilight — Craftsman and Colonial Revival estate homes with period gas-lantern streetscape.

The Ann Arbor take

A 125,000-resident Washtenaw County city where Burns Park and Ives Woods anchor a Craftsman and Colonial Revival estate market adjacent to the university.

Security lighting in Ann Arbor concentrates on three contexts. Burns Park, Ives Woods, and Barton Hills estate coverage. Discreet brass entry floods. Old West Side heritage residential. HDC-coordinated discreet coverage. Standard residential. Family-scale security with smart-zone integration.

Ann Arbor-specific concerns: HDC coordination on Old West Side, brass with stainless mounting for freeze-thaw, warm-white 3000K throughout, smart-zone integration.

Typical Burns Park estate security install: 6–10 brass smart floods, smart-zone integration, warm-white 3000K. Investment: $5,000–$11,400.

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FAQ

Security Lighting in Ann Arbor — common questions.

How much does security lighting cost in Ann Arbor, MI?

Most residential security lighting projects in Ann Arbor run between $700 and $4,600. Estate-scale work in Burns Park or Ives Woods runs significantly higher. Ann Arbor sits within the Michigan pricing tier. Material grade (brass vs aluminum), property size, and smart-control integration are the biggest cost drivers.

Do I need a permit for security lighting in Ann Arbor, Michigan?

New security lighting circuits require an electrical permit from the City of Ann Arbor. Like-for-like fixture replacement on existing circuits doesn’t.

How long does security lighting installation take in Ann Arbor?

Standard residential security lighting installs in Ann Arbor typically complete in 1–2 days. Whole-property or estate-scale work in Burns Park, Ives Woods, or larger Old West Side properties usually runs 3–7 days. Most installers schedule within 1–2 weeks of quote acceptance.

What should I look for in a Ann Arbor lighting contractor?

Three things matter most for Ann Arbor: current State of Illinois license + general liability insurance ($1M+), itemized written quotes (fixtures, transformer, wire, labor each on its own line. Never lump-sum), and brass fixtures specified by manufacturer and model number. Not just “brass fixture.” Ann Arbor’s freeze-thaw climate (averages 38 inches of snowfall annually) means fixture material is the single highest-impact decision. The right installer specifies it without being asked.

What is the best time of year for security lighting in Ann Arbor?

April through November is preferred for Ann Arbor exterior security lighting. The ground is workable for trenching and dusk site visits are easier in non-winter months.