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Tommy Herren "The Lighting Geek"

With over 40 years of experience in landscape design, construction, and outdoor lighting, Tommy Herren has dedicated his career to transforming outdoor spaces throughout Greater Sacramento. After founding Landscape Werks in 1996, Tommy launched The Lighting Geek in 2006 to focus on his passion for creative, professional outdoor lighting.

His expertise has earned national recognition, including appearances on HGTV and DIY Network programs such as Yard Crashers, Turf War, and Yardcore. His work has also received recognition from the Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals. Explore his television credits on IMDb.

Tommy is also the published author of Landscapes After Dark, sharing decades of knowledge about the art of outdoor lighting. Today, he leads The Lighting Geek's team, providing custom lighting design, installation, outdoor sound, automation, and repair services across Northern California.

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Why Choose The Lighting Geek

As the highest rated outdoor lighting company in Sacramento, we bring unmatched expertise as both landscape lighting designers and certified electricians. Specializing in low-voltage landscape lighting, our advanced LED solutions deliver exceptional energy efficiency, helping both residential and commercial properties save thousands on energy costs while enhancing curb appeal. With our commitment to quality, safety, and purposeful design, we transform outdoor spaces into captivating, cost-effective works of art.

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Based on 258 reviews

Talis Hollingsworth

The whole process for our request was easy! Communication regarding our pending appointment, the arrival time was so helpful. Corey was on time, explained what his actions would be, quoted approximate costs. He was spot on. He was clean cut, respectful of property, professional, friendly and worked efficiently. He completed our request on the first visit. A+ Lighting Geeks and Corey!

judy zimmerman

Corey responded to my repair request the same day and within a short while arrived to fix the problem. He’s an expert!

Ron Weddle

Outstanding service, great communication. Job was delayed due to other work being performed, Cory stayed in touch and set the schedule once we were ready

Eileen Mccloskey

Have always used The Lighting Geek for outdoor lights. Always prompt, pleasant and knowledgeable.

john fitzpatrick

Very efficient, quick and neat. Nice job Efficient and quality service. All of my issues were solved quickly.

Evelyn Gaugler

Corey was great! Experienced., friendly and knew what needed to be done. Gave suggestion about light placement that I hadn't considered. Would highly recommend.

Carol Rice

I had just ordered new lanterns and needed to call an electrician to have them installed properly when I came across this van with the Logo “The Lighting Geeks” in front of my friend’s house. Called my friend to ask if they could come by when done to do my work. Manager stopped by and gave me an estimate. The Co later sent a formal estimate for costs and an appointment for the following morning. So happy to get it done. Ehren was very nice and professional and changed out the ugly old lights for my modern LEDS. I LOVE THEM. THANK YOU!

Anthony Tonso

Fantastic, were here on time and reworked my whole system. They did a great job. I had them return today and add lights our fountain. They look fantastic. I highly recomend The Lighting Geek.

Our work Through the years

The Geek in The Media

From Sacramento to national television, Tommy Herren has earned recognition for his expertise in outdoor lighting design. Tommy and The Lighting Geek crew have been featured on HGTV and DIY Network programs, including Yard Crashers, Turf War, and Yardcore.

As the author of Landscapes After Dark, Tommy also shares his approach to outdoor lighting through the written word. Explore his television credits on IMDb and watch highlights from his media appearances below.

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