Most homes disappear after sunset. Soffit lighting changes that. Small recessed lights set into the soffit wash the walls below with soft light, highlight your entry and architectural details, and make the whole home feel finished.
Why homeowners love it
- Curb appeal: the home looks great from the street at night
- Safety: walkways, steps, and entries are lit
- Security: fewer dark corners around the house
- Clean look: lights sit flush with the soffit, with no bulky fixtures
When to add it
The easiest time to add soffit lighting is during a soffit replacement, a re-side, or new construction, when the soffit is already open. In many cases lights can be added to existing soffit too, depending on attic access.
Planning a trim & soffit project? Get a free, detailed quote. It takes about two minutes.
Planning the layout
Spacing and placement matter. Lights are usually spaced evenly along the front of the home, with extras to highlight an entry, a timber gable, or a garage. The home in these photos uses soffit lights to frame its timber entry roof.
Interested? On the quote form, choose Trim / Soffit / Fascia and answer "Yes" to soffit lighting.
