Journal · 10 articles
The Buying Process
Consultation, render, install day and what to ask an installer.
The Buying Process · 6 min
Red Flags When Hiring Lighting Contractors
Watch for phone-only pricing, no proof of insurance, vague warranty language and out-of-state crews. A guide to spotting a bad exterior lighting contractor early.
The Buying Process · 5 min
How to Request a Lighting Quote Online in Two Minutes
The thraxel.com/quote/ form asks for your property, service and zones, then Tyson replies with a render mock-up within 48 hours. Here is exactly what it asks.
The Buying Process · 5 min
The Final Walkthrough After Install
Thraxel closes every install with a walkthrough of the app, warranty and scenes before the crew leaves. Here is what gets covered and what to ask on the spot.
The Buying Process · 6 min
How to Read a Lighting Quote
A Thraxel quote lists zones, fixture counts, warranty terms and financing, all tied to your render. Here is what each line means and what questions to ask.
The Buying Process · 5 min
How to Prepare Your Home for a Lighting Install
A short checklist for install day: panel access, landscaping trims, pets and driveway space. Most homes need very little prep before permanent or seasonal lighting.
The Buying Process · 5 min
The Driveway Demo Case: Seeing It Before You Buy
Thraxel brings a hard case with four live RGBWW strips, 128 LEDs, to most consultations. Here is what it demonstrates and why it beats a photo every time.
The Buying Process · 7 min
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Lighting Installer
Ask about certification, warranty length, who actually shows up, and whether you get a render before you buy. A checklist for vetting any exterior lighting company.
The Buying Process · 6 min
What to Expect on Permanent Lighting Install Day
Most permanent lighting installs finish in one to two days. Here is what the crew does, what you need to have ready, and how the app gets turned on that day.
The Buying Process · 6 min
The 48-Hour Render Mock-Up, Explained
Thraxel builds a render of your actual house, not a template, within 48 hours of the consultation. Here is what goes into it and why it takes two days.
The Buying Process · 6 min
What Happens at a Free Lighting Consultation
A Thraxel consultation is a walk of your property, a driveway demo of live RGBWW strips, and a render mock-up in 48 hours. No price is invented on the spot.