Pond lighting from Just Add Water costs about $1,700 for a 3-light pond system and $3,300 for a 6-light system. For a pondless waterfall or stream, three lights run about $1,500 and six lights about $2,800. Every package includes professional installation and a 5-year manufacturer warranty on the fixtures.
Here is what each package lights up, what changes the price, and how lighting works on a pond you already have.
Pond lighting prices
| Package | What it lights | Average price |
|---|---|---|
| Pond, 3 lights | Three LED fixtures for a pond and waterfall | $1,700 |
| Pond, 6 lights | Six LED fixtures for the pond, waterfall and surrounding stone or plants | $3,300 |
| Pondless, 3 lights | Three LED fixtures for a pondless waterfall or stream | $1,500 |
| Pondless, 6 lights | Six LED fixtures for the falls, stream and nearby landscape | $2,800 |
These are averages. Larger scenes with more landscape lighting cost more. You get an exact quote after an on-site visit. See our pond and waterfall lighting service.
What gets lit
Good lighting starts with the water. We place underwater lights at the base of waterfalls so the falling water glows, tuck fixtures along streams and spillways to trace the path of the water, and set lights below the surface so the pond reads clearly after dark. Every fixture is aimed and hidden so you see the effect, not the light.
A 6-light package goes past the water. Adjustable spotlights wash across character boulders. Up-lighting brings out trees, grasses and plants. Low path lights guide guests from the patio to the water's edge.
Three lights or six?
Three lights suit a small pond, a single waterfall or a short pondless stream. They light the part of the feature you look at most.
Six lights suit a pond you see from several spots, a long stream, or a yard where you want the stone and plants lit too.
Not sure? Tell us where you sit at night, and we will plan the lights around that view.
Why LED
- Low running cost. LED fixtures use a fraction of the power of older halogen lights.
- Long life. They last much longer, so you replace far fewer bulbs.
- Safe around water. The Aquascape fixtures we install run on low voltage and are permanently sealed and watertight.
- Built for Iowa weather. Die-cast metal housings with a durable coating hold up fully submerged or in the landscape, through every season.
- Smart control. Color-changing fixtures and smart controls let you set the mood from your phone and put the scene on a schedule.
Adding lights to the pond you have
You do not need a new pond to enjoy it after dark. We add lighting to existing ponds, pondless waterfalls and fountains all the time, including features we did not build. On a site visit we look at how the feature is laid out, where power is available and which spots will have the biggest impact. Then we tuck the fixtures in among the rocks and plants so they practically disappear during the day.
If your pond needs a little attention first, we handle cleanouts and repairs too.
What customers say
"Added lights and it is now our absolute favorite sitting place." That is Wayne Schellhammer, after we rebuilt the waterfalls on his pond and added lighting. Read more on our reviews page.
More on pond lighting
- Is Des Moines pond lighting worth the investment?
- Choosing the right pond light
- Pond lighting options in Clive
Get a lighting quote
Call (515) 208-4099, request a quote or price out your feature with lighting.
Pond lighting cost questions
How much does pond lighting cost? About $1,700 for three lights and $3,300 for six on a pond. For a pondless waterfall, about $1,500 for three lights and $2,800 for six.
Is installation included? Yes. Every package includes professional installation by our team.
What warranty comes with pond lights? Aquascape LED fixtures are backed by a limited 5-year manufacturer warranty.
Can you add lights to a pond someone else built? Yes. We add lighting to existing ponds, pondless waterfalls and fountains, including features we did not build.
