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Outdoor Lighting Perspectives

Industry
Home Services
Number of Open Locations
130
Start-Up Costs
$99,675 – $214,200
Part-Time Ownership?
No
Item 19 Available?
Yes
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Overview

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives specializes in the design, installation, and maintenance of high quality outdoor lighting solutions for residential and commercial properties. The franchise offers custom designed landscape lighting, architectural accent lighting, and holiday lighting along with advanced lighting control automation for both indoor and outdoor applications.

Founded in 1995, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives became the first and largest franchise in its sector and has built a trusted name in landscape and architectural lighting. Its comprehensive service offering allows franchisees to generate revenue year round by capitalizing on both seasonal and ongoing demand through a proven three in one business model.

As an Outdoor Lighting Perspectives franchise owner, you will manage a home based business that benefits from extensive corporate support including marketing resources, sales training, and operational guidance. The franchise offers a flexible operating model that requires minimal overhead and no prior experience in lighting or electrical work. This is a great ownership opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking to enter a high demand industry with a scalable, service based business.

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Quick Facts

Franchising Since
1998
Number of Open Locations
130
HQ Location
Glen Allen, VA
Home Based
Yes
Financing Available
Yes

Financial Requirements

Liquidity Requirement
$60,000
Net Worth Requirement
$250,000
Franchise Fee
$59,500
Veteran Discount Available?
Yes
Start-Up Costs
$99,675 – $214,200

Disclosed Financials

Does this franchise disclose financial performance?
Yes
Financial Summary

We are in the process of updating this franchise's reported financials with their most recent annual filing of their Franchise Disclosure Document. If you would like to better understand the financial opportunity, please schedule a call below so we can guide you on where to find this information.

Training & Support

Initial Training Provided
Yes
Ongoing Support
Yes
Additional Details

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives provides an in-depth two-week training program at its corporate headquarters in Richmond, VA, ensuring franchisees are fully equipped to launch and operate their business. New owners receive step-by-step guidance from a Franchise License Coordinator and an Onboarding Coordinator, followed by hands-on field training, including live installations and nighttime demonstrations. Franchisees also work closely with assigned Operations Directors for day-to-day support and on-site training.

Ongoing support includes annual meetings, comprehensive marketing workshops, product installation training, and access to in-house bookkeeping and accounting coordinators. Franchisees also benefit from dedicated digital marketing teams, graphic designers, a 24/7 IT support team, and product ordering assistance through OLBSC, ensuring smooth operations and continued business growth.

Differentiators

  • Industry Leader with 25+ Years of Experience – As the largest outdoor lighting franchise in North America, OLP has completed over 200,000 professional installations, establishing a trusted brand.

  • Multiple Revenue Streams – Franchisees benefit from residential landscape lighting, hospitality lighting, holiday lighting, and recurring maintenance plans, ensuring year-round income.

  • Home-Based, Low Overhead Model – The business can be operated from home, reducing costs while maintaining high profit margins.

  • Exclusive, High-Quality Products – OLP partners with suppliers to offer proprietary LED fixtures at below-market rates, allowing franchisees to provide premium services at competitive prices.

  • Comprehensive Training & Ongoing Support – Franchisees receive in-depth training, marketing assistance, and a dedicated operations team to ensure business success and scalability.

Ideal Owner

Allows Part-Time Owners?
No
Ideal Candidate Summary

The ideal Outdoor Lighting Perspectives franchise owner is a motivated entrepreneur with strong sales, marketing, and management skills. No prior experience in lighting or electrical work is required, as franchisees focus on client relationships, business development, and overseeing installations rather than performing the work themselves. Owners should be comfortable networking with homeowners, builders, and landscapers to generate leads and grow their customer base. This opportunity is well-suited for individuals seeking a home-based business with high margins, multiple revenue streams, and the ability to scale operations over time.

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