Commercial-Grade Quality
A permanent exterior LED system selected for year-round use, with a clean aluminum track installation.
PERMANENT EXTERIOR LIGHTING · NORTH JERSEY
Your Home.
In A Whole
New Light.
Beautiful every night. Ready for every occasion. Commercial-grade lighting, discreetly installed and fully customized to your home.
Design My Permanent LightingLocal installation. Custom design. Year-round possibilities.
One Home. Every Season. Summer Elegance + Winter Celebration
Commercial-grade LEDsLow-profile aluminum tracksCustom lighting zones3-year warranty
BUILT TO BELONG
Notice The Light.
Love The Clean Look.
Your lighting should complement your home—even when it’s off.
Our permanent LED lights sit in discreet, low-profile aluminum tracks that conceal wiring and create a clean, finished roofline. We plan the layout around your home’s architecture, with track placement and finish discussed during your design consultation.
Let’s Plan Your Installation
CONFIDENCE COMES STANDARD
A Beautiful Result.
A Dependable System.
Professionally Planned
Rooflines, power, coverage and lighting zones are considered together, so your installation fits the way you want to use it.
Local Support
Work with The Real Houselights of NJ for design and installation, with a 3-year warranty. Coverage details are included in your proposal.
YEAR-ROUND LIGHTING. EVERYDAY CONTROL.
One Home.
Every Kind Of Evening.
Warm and welcoming on an ordinary night. Bright and practical when you want more visibility. Full of color when it’s time to celebrate.
Customize your permanent lighting from your phone. Choose colors, adjust brightness and set different zones to suit the moment.
Plan My Year-Round Lighting
EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES
A Reason To Turn Them On In Every Season.
Christmas Magic
Festive red and green permanent lighting pairs beautifully with seasonal window outlines, garland and tree lighting.
Holiday Color. Seasonal Finishing Touches.
Red and green permanent lighting with warm-white window outlines, garland and tree wraps.
Celebrate Beyond December.
Red, white and blue for the Fourth of July—or your favorite colors for another occasion.
BRING THE PARTY TO YOUR BACKYARD
Your Summer.
Your Colors.
Your Backyard.
Give every outdoor gathering its own atmosphere—with permanent lighting you can enjoy all summer long.
Extend your lighting design to the rear of your home and covered outdoor spaces. Set red, white and blue for a Fourth of July pool party, choose a birthday theme, bring out your team colors, or settle into warm white for a relaxed dinner outside.
With separate zones, the backyard can celebrate while the front of your home keeps its everyday look. We’ll plan the coverage around your rear roofline, patio and the spaces where you spend time.
Include My Backyard In My QuotePoolside Evenings
Color along the rear of your home creates a beautiful backdrop for nights by the pool.
A Theme For Every Party
Summer holidays, birthdays, barbecues and game nights—change the mood with your colors.
Everyday Outdoor Living
Enjoy soft, welcoming light for dinner on the patio or a quiet evening with friends.
BEFORE YOU BUY A BOX OF LIGHTS
Professional Permanent Lighting Systems
vs. Off-the-Shelf Retail Kits
Comparing Govee and big-box permanent outdoor lighting? Look beyond the colors. Consider the roofline fit, the daytime finish and the plan for service.
We do not install Govee or customer-supplied big-box lighting kits.We supply and professionally install our own commercial-grade permanent lighting systems, with custom layouts and concealed aluminum tracks.A weekend DIY kit is not our standard for a professional installation. Off-the-shelf retail brands may suit a homeowner’s weekend project, but we believe a professional permanent-lighting company should offer more. A company presenting a consumer retail kit as a premium professional system is a red flag in our view. Ask what equipment you are paying for, how it is mounted, which parts can be replaced and who will provide long-term service. Before hiring, verify the business’s legal name and proof of current liability insurance, and get a written warranty that clearly identifies who is responsible for honoring it. If the installer cannot provide those basics, that is another red flag. A warranty promise offers little reassurance if you cannot identify or reach the company standing behind it.
Color Options Aren’t The Same As A Custom Fit.
Consumer-grade DIY kits are packaged systems with model-specific limits. Check permitted cuts, extensions and total run length before planning around peaks, dormers, gaps and separate roof levels.
Our approach: We plan coverage, transitions, power and zones around your home’s architecture.
The Finish Matters When The Lights Are Off.
Retail puck-light kits are commonly mounted without tracks, leaving the connecting wires visible. Adhesive foam pads alone can loosen as surfaces expand and contract through hot summers and cold winters, particularly when surface preparation or added support is inadequate. Loose lights and sagging wires can become an ongoing maintenance issue.
Our approach: Discreet, low-profile aluminum tracks conceal wiring and give your roofline a clean, intentional finish.
Ask What Happens If A Light Stops Working.
A failed light should not become a surprise replacement project. If individual pucks cannot be serviced, a fault may require replacing a full strand. If compatible parts are unavailable, replacement can extend to the whole kit. Ask what can actually be repaired, what replacement parts are available, and who handles the work after the warranty ends.
Our approach: A local installation team to contact for support, with a 3-year warranty and coverage details in your proposal.
Exposed Wiring
Concealed Wiring
LOOK PAST THE FIRST NIGHT
Built To Stay Neat.
Planned For Long-Term Service.
Exposed, unsupported wires can sag or strain their connections if lights come loose. Temperature changes, moisture and poor attachment can turn a tidy first-day installation into repeated upkeep.
Our low-profile aluminum tracks hold the lighting in a clean, consistent layout and conceal the wiring beneath the soffits. We plan mounting, connections and service access together—with a local team to call when help is needed.
Mounting matters: Govee supplies adhesive and clips on specified models and instructs installers to use both. Adhesive pads alone leave the installation without that required support.
THE CONNECTIONS MATTER
Cut To Fit Does Not Mean Built To Last.
Retail kits come in preset lengths, and some are not designed to be cut. Cutting a non-cuttable set to fit a roofline can damage the system and may jeopardize warranty coverage for the modification or resulting damage. Check the exact model and warranty before anyone cuts it. Govee’s standard RGBIC and Outdoor Lights 2/Elite models are not cuttable; Pro and Prism models allow cutting and splicing under their instructions.
A working splice is not necessarily a weather-sealed splice. Simply twisting bare wires together leaves the connection unprotected. Even beneath a soffit, humidity, condensation and wind-driven moisture can reach an inadequately sealed splice or cut end. Corrosion can develop over time, causing intermittent operation or premature failure without an obvious soaking.
Transitions, splices and end terminations need the lighting manufacturer’s approved connection method, compatible outdoor-rated connectors and the specified seals, caps or weatherproofing wrap. Ordinary tape alone is not a substitute for a properly rated, sealed connection. Ask your installer how every modified connection is protected and whether the modification is permitted.
More Than A Failed Light: Safety & Insurance
Poor electrical connections can overheat, and exposed conductors or damaged insulation can allow short circuits. Depending on the equipment and fault protection, these faults can create a fire risk. Low-voltage lighting still needs correctly rated components and sound connections; a bare twist is not an acceptable finished outdoor splice.
Verify insurance before work starts. Ask for the installer’s legal business name and proof of current liability insurance, and confirm with the insurer or agent that the planned work is within the policy’s scope. If a contractor has no insurance—or will not provide proof—treat that as a serious red flag. Do not assume a product warranty covers installation damage, or that a retail-kit installer is insured simply because they advertise as a professional.
Manufacturer cutting and splicing guidance · Why splice sealing matters
Want A Finished Installation With A Local Team Behind It?
Let’s design permanent exterior lighting around your home.
BEYOND THE ROOFLINE
Landscape Lighting.
A Beautiful Finish
From The Ground Up.
Bring your paths, planting beds and favorite outdoor features into the evening.
Landscape lighting adds another layer to your home’s nighttime design. Highlight a specimen tree, define a walkway, bring depth to garden beds, or accent stonework and architectural details.
We can plan landscape lighting on its own or alongside your permanent exterior lighting for a coordinated look across the property.
Explore Landscape LightingPathways & Entrances
Give walks and entry areas a welcoming glow and clearer definition after dark.
Trees & Garden Beds
Highlight texture, shape and the landscaping you enjoy throughout the day.
Architectural Accents
Bring attention to stonework, columns and other distinctive features.
One Coordinated Design
Balance ground-level accents with roofline lighting, patios and outdoor gathering spaces.
TWO GREAT WAYS TO LIGHT YOUR HOME
Permanent Or Seasonal?
We Install Both.
Different looks. Different ways to enjoy them.
We’ll help you choose what fits your home—or combine the two.
| What Matters To You | Permanent LightingYear-Round Versatility | Seasonal Holiday LightingThe Classic Holiday Experience |
|---|---|---|
| The Look | Discreet LEDs integrated into a low-profile roofline track. | Classic holiday bulbs and decorative displays chosen for the season. |
| Where It Mounts | In low-profile tracks beneath eaves or soffits, rather than across the roof surface. | Seasonal roofline and roof ridge outlines, plus windows, garland and trees as part of your design. |
| When It’s Installed | Stays in place for everyday lighting and special occasions. | Installed for the holidays and removed after the season. |
| Colors & Customization | Change colors, themes and zones to suit the occasion. | A custom holiday layout with your selected colors and décor. |
| Where It Shines | Architectural rooflines, everyday accents and selected exterior zones. | Rooflines, trees, shrubs, wreaths, garland and festive displays. |
| Service Approach | A permanent installation with local support and a 3-year warranty. | Seasonal installation, maintenance, removal and storage. |
| How It’s Quoted | Custom installation pricing based on coverage, access and zones. | A seasonal service quote based on your holiday display. |
ONE TEAM. A COMPLETE LIGHTING DESIGN.
Unsure Which To Pick?
Maybe Both.
Enjoy permanent lighting all year. Add the seasonal details that make the holidays feel special.
The great thing about working with The Real Houselights of NJ? We offer both. We can coordinate your permanent lighting with seasonal window outlines, garland, roof ridge lighting and tree wraps for one cohesive display.
Design My Combined Display
THE PERMANENT FOUNDATION
Tucked Beneath The Roof Edge.
Permanent lights mount in discreet aluminum tracks beneath the eaves or soffits—not across the roof surface. The overhang helps shelter them from direct rain, snow and sun, while the track conceals wiring for a clean finish.
They remain outdoor fixtures exposed to weather; the sheltered location is an advantage, not complete protection from the elements.
THE SEASONAL DIMENSION
Bring The Full Roof Shape To Life.
During the holidays, we can add seasonal lights along roof ridges and other suitable roof features. These extra lines trace the upper shape of your home, adding depth and that distinctive, fully outlined holiday look.
Window outlines, garland and illuminated trees complete the scene. Seasonal additions are installed and removed as part of your holiday service.
Designed to look beautiful together. Seasonal items are quoted separately and may use separate power or controls.
MORE WAYS TO LIGHT YOUR HOME
One Team.
More Possibilities.
SEASONAL HOLIDAY LIGHTING
Make The Holidays Unforgettable.
Classic roofline lights, roof ridges, window outlines, tree wraps, wreaths and garland. We design your seasonal display and handle installation, maintenance, removal and storage.
Explore Holiday Lighting
LANDSCAPE LIGHTING
Enjoy Your Property After Sunset.
Give pathways a welcoming glow, highlight trees and garden beds, and bring depth to architectural features. Explore a coordinated lighting design from the ground up.
Explore Landscape LightingFROM IDEA TO EVENING GLOW
Your Home. Your Plan.
Tell Us Your Vision
Share your location, the areas you want lit and how you plan to use your lights.
Get A Custom Design & Quote
We’ll discuss roofline coverage, tracks, zones and installation details before you decide.
We Install. You Enjoy.
Professional installation brings the plan to life, with a walkthrough of your new lighting system.
LET’S LIGHT UP YOUR HOME
See What’s Possible.
Start With Your
Custom Quote.
A custom permanent lighting plan around your home, timing and budget. Your quote includes a free rendering of each side of your house, with zones that can be controlled independently in the app.
Serving homeowners in Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Morris counties, NJ, and Rockland County, NY.
201-305-9392Free Renderings Of Each SideA Plan Around Your BudgetApp-Controlled Lighting ZonesNo Payment Or Commitment
Prefer a conversation? Call our local team.
GOOD QUESTIONS. CLEAR ANSWERS.
A Few Things
You May Be Wondering.
Will I See The Lights During The Day?
The low-profile aluminum tracks are designed to blend into your roofline and conceal wiring. They are discreet, but not completely invisible. We’ll discuss placement and finishes for your home.
Can I Use Permanent Lighting For More Than Christmas?
Yes. Enjoy warm white architectural lighting, holiday themes, celebrations and sports colors throughout the year. Your design can include separate lighting zones.
Do You Install Govee Or Big-Box Lighting Kits?
No. We supply and install our own commercial-grade permanent lighting systems. Our service includes a custom layout, low-profile aluminum tracks and local support. We do not offer installation of Govee or customer-supplied retail lighting kits.
How Much Does Permanent Lighting Cost?
Pricing depends on roofline length, access, coverage and the number of zones. We prepare a custom proposal so you can see the scope and price before moving forward.
Does This Replace Security Floodlights?
Permanent roofline lighting can improve visibility in selected areas. It is architectural lighting; it does not automatically replace dedicated floodlights, motion sensors or a security system.
Do You Still Offer Seasonal Christmas Light Installation?
Absolutely. We offer professional seasonal holiday lighting, including rooflines, tree and shrub lighting, wreaths and garland, with maintenance, removal and storage. Both services are available, separately or together.
Which Towns Do You Serve?
We serve North Jersey, including Mahwah, Ramsey, Franklin Lakes and Ridgewood, across Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Morris counties, plus Rockland County, NY. Share your town so we can confirm availability.
IDEAS, ANSWERS & INSPIRATION
Explore Our
Permanent Lighting Guides.
A little planning makes a beautiful difference. Get practical advice before you choose your lighting.
01 / PERMANENT LIGHTING
Permanent Lighting Isn’t Just For Christmas
Everyday architectural accents, holiday scenes and more reasons to enjoy your lights all year.
Read The Article 02 / PERMANENT LIGHTINGWarm White Every Night, Color Whenever You Want
Plan a warm-white everyday setting, then switch colors, brightness and zones for the occasion.
Read The Article 03 / PERMANENT LIGHTINGProfessional Permanent Lighting Systems vs. Off-the-Shelf Retail Kits
Compare mounting, exposed wiring, repair options and long-term support before choosing a system.
Read The Article 04 / PERMANENT LIGHTINGHosting In The Backyard? Start Your Permanent Lighting There
Start with the patio, pool or rear roofline you use most, and build a plan around your budget.
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