Expertly Designed Lighting Systems Transform Your Backyard into a Florida Paradise
Thoughtful landscape lighting transforms outdoor spaces—adding depth, safety, and elegance long after the sun goes down. At Roark Solar & Pool, we design and install complete lighting systems that highlight your home’s best features while standing up to Florida’s heat, humidity, and storms.
From subtle path lights to dramatic architectural uplighting, every system we build is engineered for performance and longevity. Using professional-grade fixtures from Sollos Lighting and Volt Lighting, our technicians balance artistry with precision—ensuring each beam, angle, and lumen works in harmony with your home’s architecture and landscape. The result is lighting that not only looks beautiful but also performs reliably year after year.
Landscape Lighting Services & Solutions
Every property has its own character, and the right lighting plan brings it to life after dark. Roark’s certified installers design and implement customized lighting systems that blend beauty, function, and durability—ensuring your home looks as impressive at night as it does in daylight.
House Uplighting
Accentuate architectural features with warm, directional lighting that reveals texture, depth, and craftsmanship. Perfect for highlighting entryways, columns, and rooflines without harsh glare.
Pathway Lighting
Guide guests safely and elegantly with low-profile fixtures that define walkways, driveways, and garden paths. Our precision spacing and uniform illumination prevent shadows and over-lighting.
Garden & Tree Lighting
Add dimension and ambiance by softly illuminating flowerbeds, shrubs, and focal plants. We select beam angles and color temperatures that enhance natural tones while preserving nighttime tranquility.
Palm Tree Lighting
Create vertical drama by uplighting Florida’s signature palms. Properly aimed spotlights emphasize height and texture, giving your landscape a resort-style glow.
Nightscape Lighting
A cohesive, layered approach that integrates architectural, path, and accent lighting to create full-property harmony. Our designs ensure balanced brightness, visibility, and aesthetic depth across your entire yard.
Pool Cage Lighting
Enjoy your pool area long after sunset with moisture-sealed, low-glare fixtures designed for aluminum enclosures and screened lanais. These specialized solutions provide clear visibility without attracting insects or washing out the view.
Let’s start with a quick conversation about your property and lighting goals so we can design the right solution for your home.
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Proudly Serving Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties
Sarasota County
- Sarasota
- Venice
- North Port
- Siesta Key
- Osprey
- Nokomis
- Englewood
Manatee County
- Bradenton
- Lakewood Ranch
- Palmetto
- Parrish
- Anna Maria Island
(covers Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, Bradenton Beach)
Charlotte County
- Port Charlotte
- Punta Gorda
- Englewood (overlap with Sarasota County)
- Rotonda West
Premium Fixtures Built to Last
Quality lighting starts with quality components. That’s why Roark installs professional-grade fixtures from Sollos Lighting and VOLT® Lighting—brands trusted by industry professionals for their performance, longevity, and design versatility.
Every fixture we install is engineered to perform in Florida’s demanding environment. Solid brass and stainless-steel housings resist corrosion from salt air and humidity, while sealed optics and precision-machined fittings keep moisture and insects out. Energy-efficient LEDs deliver consistent color and brightness year after year, backed by industry-leading warranties.
Our design approach ensures that durability doesn’t come at the expense of style. Sollos and VOLT® offer a wide selection of finishes, beam angles, and lumen outputs—allowing each system to be tailored precisely to your property’s architecture and landscape. Whether you want warm, inviting pathways or striking architectural highlights, Roark combines craftsmanship and top-tier equipment to deliver lighting systems that perform beautifully and last for decades.
Authorized installer and supplier
controls and automations from a single, app-based system that can manage your lighting, pool equipment, misting systems, and irrigation from anywhere.
Why Choose Roark Serving the Suncoast Since 1978
- Custom lighting designs tailored to your home and landscape
- Professional installation with clean wiring and sealed connections
- Premium fixtures from Sollos Lighting and VOLT® Lighting
- Durable, corrosion-resistant components suited for Florida conditions
- Local company trusted across Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte Counties
Clayton & Anne Cowell
2nd-Generation, Roark Solar & Pool
Landscape LightingFrequently Asked Questions
- What’s the difference between uplighting and downlighting?
Uplighting places fixtures at ground level to shine light upward, highlighting architectural features, trees, or landscape elements. Downlighting mounts fixtures above the target area and directs light downward, creating a softer, more natural illumination similar to moonlight. Many lighting designs use a combination of both to achieve balance and depth. - Are LED fixtures worth the investment?
Yes. Professional-grade LED fixtures use significantly less energy, generate less heat, and last far longer than traditional bulbs. They also provide consistent color and brightness over time, reducing maintenance and replacement costs while delivering reliable performance year after year. - Can landscape lighting be automated or controlled by an app?
Yes. Landscape lighting can be integrated with control systems that allow scheduling, automation, and remote control through a mobile app. Lighting can also be coordinated with other outdoor systems—such as pool equipment, misting systems, and irrigation—depending on your setup.
Let's Light It Up.
Turn your outdoor spaces into a personal retreat—beautifully lit for relaxing evenings, entertaining guests, and enjoying your home long after sunset.
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