Residential & Commercial Landscape Lighting
Rockford, IL
Custom Night Lighting Design & Installation
Custom Night Lighting Design & Installation
Green Acres Landscape Lighting: Brightening Yards Since 2005
Proper outdoor lighting transforms Northern Illinois properties after dark, adding both beauty and safety. With over 20 years of experience, Green Acres Lawn Care & Landscaping designs custom night lighting solutions tailored to your needs. Our team uses smart technology to create balanced, easy-to-use lighting that enhances your outdoor space!
Our Professional Lighting Solutions
Since 2005, Green Acres Lawn Care & Landscaping Group has been the area's leading landscape lighting company. We create custom lighting solutions that not only enhance your home's nighttime beauty but also provide essential safety and security.
Our professional lighting systems transform your property after dark while deterring potential intruders, who are three times more likely to target unlit homes. We can illuminate your pathways, flowerbeds, patio, and pool areas, as well as highlight your home or trees with uplighting.
Every installation includes:
- Automated timer systems
- Light sensor options
- Easy control solutions
- Professional setup
- Weather-resistant components
The entire process starts with a custom lighting design tailored to your property's needs.

Irvin Gomez
Owner
Our Lighting Design Process
From custom fixture placement to smart app-controlled lighting, our design process ensures balanced, weather-resistant illumination tailored to your property.


Our Lighting Design Process
Security & Coverage
Our professional lighting systems transform your property after dark while deterring potential intruders, who are three times more likely to target unlit homes. We can illuminate your pathways, flowerbeds, patio, and pool areas, as well as highlight your home or trees with uplighting.
Every installation includes:
- Automated timer systems
- Light sensor options
- Easy control solutions
- Professional setup
- Weather-resistant components
Lighting Design
Our process begins with a detailed plan to place fixtures in the optimal locations for balanced, effective lighting. We use the right number of low-power lights to create warm, inviting illumination that enhances your home and landscape. Using fewer, stronger lights can create a harsh, unappealing look, while our approach ensures a soft, even glow that complements your property.
We also use durable, weather-resistant outdoor lamps designed to withstand the elements. By avoiding exposed light bulbs, we prevent water damage and cracking, ensuring your lighting system stands the test of time.
Smart Lighting Technology
Our modern lighting solutions allow you to change colors, brightness, and even control individual bulbs—all from an app on your phone. Within minutes, you can set the perfect ambiance for any season, event, or holiday. Night lighting has evolved to offer endless benefits, from improving security by illuminating dark areas to making outdoor spaces more usable during shorter days—and now, adding festive touches whenever you like.
Once your lighting design is in place, we connect it to a timer system or light sensors for seamless on and off control. You'll never have to come home to a dark house again. Instead, you'll be greeted by a beautifully lit home, welcoming you and your guests with warmth and safety. Contact us today to create a custom lighting system that fits your home and budget.
What to Expect
Depending on the complexity of your project, you can expect 2 of our team members to be on your property. Our lighting projects usually take between a couple of days to a week.
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STEP 1
Fill out our online form or give us a call at 815-569-6968.
STEP 2
One of our estimators will visit your property at a scheduled time and collaborate with you to design a plan that captures your vision.
STEP 3
We then provide a quote for your approval.
STEP 4
Once you approve, we schedule your light installation within two to three weeks.
Landscape Lighting Pricing & Payment Options
For all of our lighting projects, we require a 50% deposit up front, with the remaining balance due upon completion. We accept Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Personal Checks, ATM / Debit, and Discover.





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Frequently Asked Questions
No, we do not currently provide snow plowing services. We have completely discontinued this service for both residential and most commercial properties.
While we previously offered snow plowing in areas like Belvedere and Rockford, we have since decided to exit this line of business. Our primary focus remains on lawn care services.
- We no longer offer snow shoveling or plowing for driveways and sidewalks
- The service was discontinued due to equipment challenges and operational constraints
- We are maintaining only a very limited number of existing commercial snow removal contracts
Our recommendation would be to seek out specialized snow removal services that focus exclusively on winter maintenance.
Our lawn care services offer flexible pricing options tailored to different property sizes and needs:
- Standard Pricing Range: Typically $50-$235 per month, depending on property size and specific services
- Comprehensive Annual Package includes:
- Six fertilizer applications
- One grub control treatment
- Aeration service
- Overseeding
Detailed Service Pricing Breakdown:
- Fertilization/Weed Control: $49.97-$54.97 per application
- Grub Control: $49.97-$54.97 (one-time treatment)
- Aeration and Overseeding: $127.94-$134.94 (one-time service)
Special Pricing Options:
- Prepaid full-season discount: $540 for six applications
- Minimum pricing starts around $31 for very small properties
Note: Pricing may be slightly higher compared to some competitors and could potentially increase in the future. We recommend getting a personalized quote based on your specific lawn requirements.
We provide a comprehensive range of lawn care and landscaping services designed to keep your property healthy, beautiful, and well-maintained:
Core Lawn Care Services
- Lawn Maintenance
- Weekly mowing
- String trimming
- Blowing clippings off hard surfaces
- Fertilization and Weed Control
- Six applications per year (every 4-6 weeks)
- Granular fertilizer and liquid weed control
- Comprehensive weed treatment
- Specialized Lawn Treatments
- Grub control (preventative, one-time annual application)
- Aeration and overseeding (typically performed in fall)
- Outdoor insect control (ticks, fleas, mosquitoes)
Additional Landscaping Services
- Hardscaping
- Softscaping
- Mulch installation
- Perennial bed cleanup
- Bush trimming
- Edging (natural and traditional)
- Property cleanup
- Paver reset
- Pond services
- Firewood sales
- Christmas light installation
Pricing Note: Typical pricing includes weekly lawn mowing at approximately $60 per week and fertilization treatments around $57 per application. Specific pricing may vary based on property size and selected services.
We are a local, family-owned company committed to providing reliable and comprehensive lawn care solutions tailored to your property's unique needs.
Yes, we provide a comprehensive fertilization and weed control program designed to improve and maintain your lawn's health. Here are the key details:
- Service Frequency: Six applications per year, approximately every four to six weeks
- Pricing: Typically $52-65 per application, with an annual total of around $312-397
- Application Types:
- Granular, mostly organic fertilizer
- Liquid weed control targeting weeds like dandelions
- Pre-emergent treatments in first two applications to prevent annual weed seeds
- Property Types: Available for residential and commercial properties of all sizes
Our program includes specialized treatments where we spray weeds and apply fertilizer simultaneously. The weed control takes about a week to show results, as it works from the root upward. We recommend an initial lawn cleanup for properties with mature weeds before starting the regular maintenance program.
Additional notes:
- No separate weed control or fertilization-only options available
- No need to water in fertilizer - it will activate with rain
- Allow 1-2 hours drying time before kids or pets use the lawn
We can provide quotes by measuring your property using satellite imagery to calculate the treatable turf area.
Yes, we offer comprehensive lawn mowing and lawn care services with some specific requirements and details:
Service Specifics:- We provide weekly mowing services only - no one-time or bi-weekly options
- Mowing typically costs $75-$80 per week
- Service runs approximately April through October, depending on weather conditions
- Includes string trimming, concrete edging, and blowing clippings off hard surfaces
- We mulch mow (do not bag clippings)
- Customers must also purchase our fertilization and weed control services
- Cannot separate mowing from fertilization package
- Can service entire properties or partial properties (e.g., half of a duplex)
- You can skip weeks by calling ahead without being charged
- If lawn requires two mows in one week due to excessive growth, you'll be charged twice
- Service always scheduled on the same day each week
We primarily serve Northern Illinois, with current availability in select areas including Belvedere and Sycamore. Some locations like Rockford may be at full capacity. Availability can be limited, especially late in the season.
We recommend contacting us for the most current service area and availability information.
Our comprehensive landscaping estimates generally include a range of services designed to enhance and maintain your outdoor spaces:
Landscape Maintenance Services:- Bed cleanup and preparation
- Edging (around house, fence lines, and garden beds)
- Mulching (we can work with mulch you supply or provide)
- Weed prevention and removal
- Pruning and trimming of bushes and landscaping
- Lawn mowing
- Fertilization (typically six applications per season)
- Grub control
- Aeration
- Overseeding
Most service estimates can be completed within one day, and we provide a detailed breakdown of included and optional services. Each estimate is customized to your specific landscape needs and property requirements.
Note: Some specialized services like pond cleaning may be quoted separately and scheduled at a different time.
We provide comprehensive exterior pest control services targeting multiple insects and areas of your property:
Service Types
- Perimeter Control: Spraying around home's foundation, entryways, window sills, and door frames
- Outdoor Pest Control: Comprehensive treatment of grass, trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants
- Mosquito Control: Specialized spraying for turf areas and landscaping
Targeted Pests
- Mosquitoes
- Ticks
- Fleas
- Spiders
- Ants
- Chinch bugs
- Various lawn and garden insects
Service Details
Our treatments cover areas up to 15-20 feet tall, including trees, shrubs, perennials, and grass. While we significantly reduce pest populations, we cannot guarantee 100% elimination.
Important Notes
- Services are exterior-only
- We do not handle wasp or bee nest removal
Pricing
Typically $34.97-$49.97 per application, with options for multiple treatments per season (up to six applications).
Yes, we specialize in retaining wall services, including:
- Building new retaining walls
- Rebuilding existing retaining walls
- Projects using various materials like cement blocks and pavers
- Small-scale projects (such as walls around water wells)
Our process includes:
- Free initial estimate appointment
- On-site property assessment
- Detailed project consultation
- Customized quote based on your specific needs
Brian personally handles all landscaping and retaining wall work. He will contact you to discuss your project, understand your requirements, and schedule a convenient time to evaluate the site and provide a comprehensive estimate.
We're committed to delivering high-quality retaining wall solutions tailored to your property's unique landscape and design preferences.
While we do not have standard military or senior citizen discounts, we occasionally provide special pricing opportunities during the initial consultation. Here's what you should know:
- Our standard pricing is designed to be competitive for all customers
- We aim to keep our rates low without relying on specific demographic discounts
- During phone consultations, we may offer a limited-time promotional discount
- These special pricing options are typically available only during the initial call
Our goal is to provide fair, affordable pricing for everyone, and we have maintained our rates without significant increases, unlike many competitors in our industry.
Important Note: Any promotional discount is time-sensitive and intended to encourage immediate booking, so we recommend discussing pricing details directly during your consultation.
We offer comprehensive lawn fertilization services designed to promote root health, enhance grass color, and control weeds. Our standard fertilization program includes six applications per year, typically occurring every four to six weeks from spring through late fall.
Pricing details:
- Standard Cost: $49.97 - $65.97 per application
- Total annual program covers six treatments
- Treatments start in early spring and continue through late fall
Our fertilization services provide multiple benefits, including:
- Promoting stronger root development
- Making grass greener and lusher
- Integrated weed control
- Especially beneficial for new sod and establishing lawns
Each treatment is designed to progressively improve your lawn's overall health and appearance throughout the growing season.
Areas We Serve
Green Acres Group is committed to providing the best possible service to every customer. We proudly serve: Belvidere, Byron, Caledonia, Campton Hills, Capron, Cherry Valley, Cortland, Davis Junction, DeKalb, Garden Prairie, Genoa, Gilberts, Hampshire, Harvard, Huntley, Kingston, Kirkland, Loves Park, Machesney Park, Malta, Marengo, Oregon, Pingree Grove, Poplar Grove, Rockford, Rockton, Roscoe, South Beloit, St. Charles, Sycamore, Union, Winnebago, and surrounding areas in Northern Illinois.