Evergreen Contracting & Irrigation designs and installs landscape lighting for homes in Selinsgrove. This borough has some of the finest early architecture in the valley, and lighting done well makes those homes remarkable after dark. We plan each design around your property and install it properly. Free estimates arrive within a week, and repairs get scheduled in 1 to 2 weeks. Reach out and let us light up your home.
Colonial Homes Are All About Symmetry
Homes here go back a long way, with buildings on Market Street dating to the 1780s and beyond. Colonial and early American houses share one defining trait, which is balance. A centered front door with matching windows on either side is the whole point of the design. Light that facade unevenly and the eye notices immediately, even if it cannot say why.
So we light these homes in matched pairs. Fixtures go in at equal distances on both sides, at the same height and the same output. That symmetry lets the house read the way its builder intended. It is a small discipline that separates a thoughtful job from a careless one.
Bringing Out Early Brick and Woodwork
Old brick, hand-worked trim, fanlights, and multi-pane windows all reward close attention. We use grazing light along masonry to lift texture that flat daylight hides. A fanlight over a doorway glows beautifully with the right fixture placement. Details like these are why these houses are worth preserving.
Warm color temperatures are essential on a period home. Cool white light makes old brick look grey and lifeless, while warmer tones bring back its depth. We also keep output modest so nothing feels floodlit. The aim is a house that looks quietly distinguished, not staged.
Lighting a Walkable Historic Town
People genuinely walk here, along Market Street, past the historic homes, and down to the Commons for a concert. That means your front elevation is seen up close, not just from a passing car. Detail matters more at walking distance than it does at thirty miles an hour. We design with that closer view in mind.
Sidewalk-facing lighting gets aimed carefully to avoid glaring at passersby. Fixtures are chosen to look right when someone is standing a few feet away. Nothing cheap or plasticky belongs on a home like this. The hardware should suit the house as much as the light does.
Riverside and Isle of Que Properties
Homes out along the river, including the Isle of Que, have a setting most properties cannot match. Woodlands, open fields, and long water views define that stretch. Lighting there should frame the setting rather than compete with it. We keep brightness low toward the water so the view holds after dark.
Riverside lots also mean humidity, fog, and damp ground. We use sealed, weather-rated fixtures and mount them so moisture cannot collect at connections. Wire routes get planned around how water actually moves across the lot. Durability near the river is simply part of the design.
Security for Rentals and Investment Properties
With the university nearby, plenty of owners here manage rental or investment properties. Good lighting protects those buildings and reassures tenants and parents alike. Well-lit entries, walkways, and parking areas remove the dark corners that invite trouble. It is one of the most cost-effective upgrades a landlord can make.
We favor low-maintenance, durable fixtures for properties you do not live in daily. Timers and motion sensors keep operation automatic and energy use sensible. Fewer callbacks means less hassle for you. The system simply runs without needing attention.
Fixtures That Handle Valley Weather
Summers here bring humidity and hard storms, and winters bring ice and repeated freezing. We install weather-rated fixtures with sealed connections that manage both. Low-voltage LEDs put out warm, steady light while drawing very little power. Running costs stay low and service calls stay uncommon.
Placement accounts for seasonal growth as well, so shrubs do not swallow the effect by midsummer. A design should hold up in every month of the year. If anything shifts, our crew comes back and corrects it. That follow-through is part of doing the job properly.
Why Homeowners Here Call Evergreen
This is a town that takes real pride in its buildings and its streets. Evergreen Contracting & Irrigation works to that same standard. Here is what comes with your project:
- Over two decades of hands-on experience since 2001
- A team skilled in both irrigation and outdoor lighting
- A two year warranty on new installations
- Manufacturer warranties for added assurance
- Discounts for our military service members
- Maintenance on a quarterly, monthly, or seasonal schedule
- A locally owned, family-run approach to every job
A couple of fixtures or a whole property, the care does not change. We do it right and stand behind the work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How should a colonial or symmetrical home be lit?
In matched pairs, always. Fixtures go at equal distances, heights, and output on both sides. That preserves the balance the house was built on. Uneven light looks wrong immediately.
Will lighting damage or overpower an older home?
Not with a careful design. We use low output and warm color temperatures. Grazing light lifts brick texture without glare. The house looks distinguished, never staged.
Do you light rental or investment properties?
Yes, and it is a smart upgrade. Lit entries and walkways improve safety and reassure tenants. We use durable, low-maintenance fixtures. Timers keep everything automatic.
Can you light a riverside property?
We can. Sealed, weather-rated fixtures handle the damp. Brightness stays low toward the water so views hold. Wire routes account for drainage.
How soon can you provide an estimate?
Free estimates arrive within a week of your call. Most installs then take one to three days. You get a clear timeline before we begin. Our crew works efficiently and cleans up fully.
Contact Us
Ready to show your home off properly after sunset? Evergreen Contracting & Irrigation is ready to help. We provide free estimates within a week, so you can move ahead quickly. With seasonal service and maintenance, your lighting keeps performing all year.
Contact us today to book your consultation and take the first step toward a beautifully lit property.