To help with your lighting plan, take a walk around the area and then map it out on paper. This will help you determine how many lights to buy. Some tier lights have removable tops to direct light straight up as well. Keep in mind that solar-powered lights need approximately eight hours of sunlight every day to function properly. Most transformers include a timer and photo cell that allow you to set the lights to turn on at a particular time of day.
Most utility companies provide a free service that marks the locations of all underground utilities.
Low-voltage lights are easy to assemble and usually require no tools. Simply push the wires into the socket assembly and insert the bulb. Twist on the lens and snap on the tier and cap. Slide the wires through the riser, and push the riser into the light assembly. Then slide the riser onto the stake.