Frequently Asked Questions

No. Bosch Lighting is a locally owned and operated business based in Boise, Idaho, founded by Nathan VandenBosch. While we share a name with the global manufacturer, we are a separate, family-run company dedicated exclusively to bringing professional landscape lighting and permanent holiday lighting to homes and businesses across the Treasure Valley and Idaho.

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Yes. We specialize in permanent LED holiday lighting that is installed into your roofline in a track that matches your home's trim. This makes the lights nearly invisible during the day ("invisible by day") but bright and colorful at night. You can control these lights via a smartphone app to change colors for Christmas, Halloween, the Fourth of July, or game days. We are authorized installers for top brands like Haven Lighting, Watts Lights, and Govee.

Absolutely. We provide professional outdoor lighting installation for the entire 83709 area and beyond. Our service area includes Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, Star, and Kuna. Whether you need architectural accent lighting in Eagle or permanent Christmas lights in Meridian, our local team is ready to help "bring light to all of Idaho."

Yes. As a certified installer for Haven Lighting and other smart systems, we offer app-controlled outdoor lighting. This allows you to adjust brightness, set schedules, and even change colors on your landscape or architectural lights directly from your phone, giving you total control over your home's curb appeal and security.

While DIY lights are available, Bosch Lighting provides professional-grade durability that withstands Idaho winters. We use commercial-grade LED fixtures, ensure waterproof connections, and offer custom designs that hide wires and blend seamlessly with your architecture. Plus, as a local business, we are here to support you with maintenance and questions long after the installation is complete.

We serve the entire state of Idaho. While our headquarters is in the Treasure Valley, Bosch Lighting travels statewide to bring premium lighting solutions to homes and businesses. We regularly service areas including McCall, Sun Valley, Twin Falls, Idaho Falls, and Coeur d'Alene. If you are in Idaho, we can light your property.

Yes. We provide commercial permanent lighting for businesses looking to attract attention and celebrate holidays without the hassle of hanging temporary lights every year. Our systems are perfect for restaurants, retail storefronts, office buildings, and HOAs throughout Idaho. We can program your lights to match your brand colors or celebrate specific events.

Our systems are highly energy-efficient. Because we use advanced low-voltage LED technology, our permanent lighting systems use a fraction of the electricity required by traditional incandescent Christmas lights. This means you can run your lights nightly for architectural accents or security without seeing a significant spike in your energy bill.

Yes, we stand behind our work. At Bosch Lighting, we offer a comprehensive warranty on both our installation craftsmanship and the lighting products themselves. Since we use professional-grade components designed for Idaho’s specific weather conditions—including heavy snow and freezing temperatures—our systems are built to last, and we are here to support you if any issues arise.

Absolutely. A well-lit home is a proven deterrent to intruders. Our landscape and perimeter lighting eliminates dark corners around your property, increasing visibility and safety for your family. With our smart control options, you can also automate your lights to turn on at sunset or while you are away on vacation, giving your home a "lived-in" look at all times.

The difference is in the chip technology. We use Watts LED Pixel Lights which feature 3 individual LED chips per light, with 4 colors (Red, Green, Blue, and Warm White) loaded onto each chip. This creates a total of 12 light segments per pixel, resulting in richer, more saturated colors and a luxurious warm white that mimics traditional architectural lighting—something standard RGB lights cannot achieve.

Yes, they are some of the safest on the market. Our system is CSA certified end-to-end and features built-in surge protection. Uniquely, these lights hold a V-0 (UL 94) fireproof rating, meaning the material is self-extinguishing and will not spread fire. They are also IP68 waterproof rated, so they can withstand heavy rain, snow, and even being submerged in water without failing.

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No. We designed the system with neighbor-friendly "down-lighting" that focuses light onto your home’s architecture rather than spreading it outward. Additionally, the Watts app offers segmented brightness control. This allows you to dim specific sections of the house—such as lights near a neighbor’s bedroom window—while keeping the front of your home bright and festive.

These lights are engineered specifically for cold climates. They are rated to function perfectly in temperatures as low as -50°C (-58°F). Because the lights are installed in a protective track and use watertight, landscape-grade connectors rather than soldered splices, they are immune to the expansion and contraction issues that often cause other systems to fail during freeze-thaw cycles.

The LEDs are rated for a 50,000-hour lifespan, which equates to decades of nightly use. In terms of energy, they are incredibly efficient. While each light is rated for 0.72 watts, most custom programs run at an average of just 0.3 watts per light. This means an entire home system often uses less electricity than a single traditional 60-watt incandescent light bulb.

​The "All of Idaho" Question

Yes. We are committed to "bringing light to all of Idaho." Whether you are in a remote cabin in Stanley, a lake house in Coeur d'Alene, or a ranch in Salmon, Bosch Lighting travels statewide. We are equipped for remote installations and can provide digital consultations and quotes so you don't need to worry about scheduling an initial site visit until you are ready to proceed.

Yes. We have a dedicated team serving Fruitland, Payette, Weiser, and Ontario. We know that homeowners in Western Idaho often get overlooked by Boise contractors, but Bosch Lighting is committed to serving the entire region. Whether you are off Highway 95 or near the Snake River, we bring the same professional installation and service to your doorstep.

Yes, and we highly recommend it. We work directly with custom home builders to install our low-voltage wiring inside the walls during the framing or electrical rough-in stage. This allows us to completely hide all wires for a flawless finish. If you are in the planning or construction phase, contact us now so we can coordinate with your builder to ensure your permanent lighting is integrated perfectly.

The difference is in the customization. Many competitors use a "one-size-fits-all" track that comes in only white or black. At Bosch Lighting, we custom-match our track to your home’s trim. We have 100+ color options available, ensuring the track blends seamlessly with your soffit and fascia. We also offer multiple track sizes to fit your specific roofline, rather than forcing a standard track onto a unique home.

We believe in transparent pricing. For our standard "puck" lighting (comparable to our Watts / Bosch Lighting branded bulb, our prices average $27 per linear foot after applicable discounts. For the premium Haven X Series—which offers architectural-grade brightness and advanced control—the average is approximately $60 per linear foot. We provide free, no-obligation quotes so you can choose the system that fits your budget and aesthetic.

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Yes. We are proud to be a BBB Accredited Business with an A rating. In an industry where many "fly-by-night" installers come and go, we have taken the extra step to be vetted by the Better Business Bureau. We believe we are the only dedicated permanent lighting specialist in our area to hold this accreditation, which is your guarantee that we are a legitimate, accountable business that stands behind our warranty and workmanship.

This is the most common question we get! The short answer is: We use the same top-tier technology, but we give you more choices.

Most of those companies (Gemstone, Bosso, Trimlight, Illumilight, Jellyfish) operate as franchises, meaning they can only sell you their one specific track or light, regardless of whether it matches your home.

Bosch Lighting is different. As an independent lighting specialist, we are not locked into a single manufacturer. We have access to the same industrial-grade RGBWW LED technology and smart apps they use, but we carry multiple track profiles and brands (including Haven, Watts, and Govee). This allows us to recommend the system that truly fits your home, budget, and aesthetic—not just the one we are forced to sell.