“What stood out most was the team’s integrity, transparency, and commitment to doing things right. They were responsive, trustworthy, and made the experience smooth and stress-free.”
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IRRIGATION | LANDSCAPE LIGHTING | OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT
Better Yards.
Brighter Evenings.
Smartly planned irrigation, beautiful landscape lighting, and outdoor entertainment. Built around your home and the way you live outside.
Irrigation
Healthy landscapes start with smart irrigation.
Learn more →Landscape Lighting
Bring your home and gardens to life after dark.
Learn more →Outdoor Audio / Video
Your favorite entertainment, outside.
Learn more →Maintenance Plans
Keep your systems performing season after season.
Learn more →HELPFUL RESOURCES
Weather & Seasonal Tips
TECHNOLOGY WE INSTALL & SERVICE
40+ Years of Experience
Trusted care for exceptional outdoor spaces.
Licensed & Insured
Licensed and insured irrigation professional.
Locally Owned. Personally Invested.
Meet Joel and the Garden State team.
GOOGLE REVIEWS
Our 5-Star Google Reviews
Selected excerpts from our customers’ five-star Google reviews.
“They have been excellent to work with, reasonably priced, and have made the whole process simple. Our lawn is looking great! Can’t recommend them enough.”
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“Joel and Joey are very helpful and quick to respond with all lighting and irrigation needs. They did a beautiful lighting design for our home and landscape and we are so happy with it.”
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“I recently hired them to install a new irrigation system and outdoor lighting, and we are really happy with the results. Our project manager, Joey, was exceptional.”
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“We’ve been using Joey and Joel from Garden State for our backyard lighting and irrigation for over four years, and we couldn’t be happier! They’re incredibly responsive, attentive, and always available when we need them.”
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“Garden State was amazing from start to finish. Prompt responses, great ideas when planning the irrigation system. Install crew was fast and professional.”
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“Hands down the best lighting company around. The owner Joel is hands on and designs all jobs himself. He comes out and takes the times to really design something spectacular.”
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“Lost my old sprinkler guy and Garden State stepped in and did a great job. Quick clean job. Inexpensive. I recommend them highly.”
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“Their knowledge and expertise were evident throughout the process, and most importantly, they were honest and transparent. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for reliable and courteous professionals. Thank you for a job well done!”
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“Joel was extremely knowledgeable, detailed, accommodating and professional. He installed 8 zones in my backyard during my reno in one day. The new smart system installation was easy and effective. Excellent work and service.”
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“They fixed my sprinkler system after construction project was completed. They were fairly priced, efficient and came immediately when I had a minor problem. I would definitely recommend them!”
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“Great team and great work. Joel is the awesome and was on top of the whole install. Even when I needed service he set it all up and took care of it under warranty. This is a true class act and great business for your lighting and irrigation needs”
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“EXEMPLARY! This is how all companies should be operated. The staff is professional, on time, and responsive to lawn water system needs. They listen, offer guidance and very knowledgable about the service they provide.”
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“Garden State Irrigation employee Ruben Valle did a great job and was a true professional! He was organized, clean and very knowledgeable of his job! This is a direct reflection of the company’s philosophy and business ethics! Keep up the great work!”
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“Great Company!! Joel and staff are very professional and friendly. I’ve been using them for years. They installed my irrigation system and landscape lighting at the same time. I’m very pleased !! Thanks guys”
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“Good company - Needed a full system replacement after putting in a pool. They came out immediately and always showed up on time. Pleasant crew. Also winterized my system for me as well. Really appreciate all the work and easy to get in touch with.”
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“Joey Perales explained the process clearly and gave a very detailed plan for the new installation of an irrigation system. He presented us with a fair and competitive price.”
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“Joel is very professional and punctual, suggested a few ideas and explained all scope of the work that we need. We really look forward to using Joel’s service.”
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“Iam blown away ! They got back to me so fast did the job that needed to be done same day and walked me through the process of getting the app working ect ! They guys that were sent were very thorough and neat ! Will continue to use them and there service”
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“Garden State has always done a great job since installing our irrigation system and maintaining it. Today I met with Joel to get an estimate for outdoor lighting and I couldn't be more pleased.”
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OUR WORK
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Outdoor Audio / Video →Installation & service detailsIrrigation, landscape lighting, and outdoor audio/video
OUR SERVICES
Built around your landscape.
Make your property easier to care for and more enjoyable to come home to, with systems that fit your yard and your everyday routine.
01 / WATERIrrigation installation & service
Irrigation installation and service for lawns and planting beds, from new sprinkler systems to repairs and seasonal maintenance.
- New sprinkler system design & installation
- System repairs & coverage improvements
- Smart controllers & seasonal service
02 / LIGHTLandscape lighting installation & service
Landscape lighting installation and service to highlight your home, gardens, and walkways, with repairs and upgrades for existing systems.
- Tree, architectural & garden lighting
- Path, driveway & step lighting
- Low-voltage systems & lighting upgrades
03 / EXPERIENCEOutdoor audio/video installation & service
Outdoor audio/video installation and service for landscape speakers, outdoor TVs, and entertainment systems.
- Landscape & patio speaker systems
- Outdoor TVs & entertainment areas
- System installation, service & simple controls
Irrigation photo gallerySee our installations, coverage checks, and service work
IRRIGATION IN ACTION
A closer look at our work.
From installing irrigation lines to checking sprinkler coverage, see our team and systems out in the landscape.
Landscape lighting photo galleryExplore our nighttime projects
LANDSCAPE LIGHTING IN ACTION
See your landscape in a new light.
Explore warm architectural lighting, illuminated trees, garden paths, and inviting poolside spaces from our projects.
Outdoor audio / video galleryProject photos, brands, and our outdoor TV demo
OUTDOOR AUDIO & VIDEO IN ACTION
Sound and entertainment. Right where you relax.
Explore landscape speakers that fit into planting beds and outdoor television setups for poolside entertainment.
AUDIO, VIDEO & CONTROL BRANDS
SEE IT IN ACTION
Outdoor entertainment,
after dark.
Take a short look at an outdoor television and fire pit setting, ready for an evening outside.
12-second demo · no audio
Smart controls & color-changing lightsHunter, Rachio, Smrtscape, and design previews
AHEAD OF THE CURVE
Smarter technology. A better outdoor experience.
We combine more than 40 years of experience with modern technology that makes your outdoor systems easier to manage—and your next project easier to picture.
Watering at your fingertips
We offer Hunter Hydrawise and Rachio Wi-Fi controllers, giving you convenient access to compatible irrigation systems from your phone. Manage schedules and make watering adjustments with easy-to-use app controls.
Set the evening from your phone
Smart lighting controls such as SMRT Logic with the SMRTscape app let you manage compatible landscape lighting and timers from your phone. Enjoy convenient control over when your outdoor spaces light up.
See the possibilities before installation
Our state-of-the-art AI renderings help you visualize a proposed landscape lighting design alongside your estimate. Explore how lighting could highlight your home, trees, and pathways before moving forward.
Renderings illustrate a proposed design; installed lighting will vary with fixtures and site conditions.
BLUETOOTH COLOR CONTROL
One landscape. More possibilities.
Explore our Bluetooth color-changing lights, from classic white to bold colors for a different mood.
White
Seasonal maintenance plansIrrigation and lighting care throughout the year
IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE PLANS
Seasonal care. Coverage that keeps up.
Your landscape and watering needs change throughout the season. Choose a maintenance package that gives your property the attention it needs.
4-CALL PLAN
Four scheduled visits
Our smallest maintenance package includes four visits, prescheduled for your convenience, plus a discount on materials.
- Spring turn-on
- Two mid-season maintenance visits
- Winterization
OUR RECOMMENDED PLAN
Eight-call plan
Monthly property visits throughout the irrigation season provide regular attention as your landscape and watering needs change.
Our recommended eight-call package offers more frequent opportunities to review coverage and adjust watering.
LARGER PROPERTIES
More attention, as needed
We offer larger maintenance packages for properties that require more frequent attention. Contact us to discuss the right level of care for your landscape.
What happens during mid-season visits?
Our technicians reevaluate irrigation coverage to account for plant growth, erosion, and landscape changes. They also adjust watering schedules as weather and temperatures change throughout the season.
LANDSCAPE LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
Four visits.
A landscape that keeps shining.
Our four-call lighting maintenance plan keeps your fixtures and lighting settings in step with plant growth, landscape changes, and erosion.
During maintenance visits, technicians can:
- Raise or move fixtures as plants grow and the landscape changes
- Clean lighting fixtures
- Bury wiring exposed by erosion
- Replace bulbs that have gone out or are flickering
- Check transformers and adjust lighting timers as needed
How we workFrom your first conversation to installation
A CLEAR PATH FROM IDEA TO INSTALLATION
Good systems start with a good plan.
Talk through your space
Share how you use your yard, what you want to improve, and what matters most.
Plan the right system
Consider coverage, placement, controls, and how the equipment fits your landscape.
Bring it to life
Move from the plan to installation, system adjustments, and a walkthrough of the controls.
Meet Joel & our teamThe story behind Garden State
MEET THE OWNER
Joel Perales
Owner · Garden State Irrigation & Lighting
Licensed & insured for irrigation
Joel Perales is licensed and insured for irrigation work.
Garden State Irrigation & Lighting has been in business for more than 40 years, including more than 10 years under the ownership of Joel Perales.
Joel started with the company as a laborer on the installation crew. Through years of hands-on work, he worked his way up through the company and eventually became its owner.
Request an estimateOff-season servicesChristmas lighting, snow plowing, and winter lighting repairs
OFF-SEASON SERVICES
Here for your home. Through the winter.
Our work continues beyond the irrigation season, with residential snow plowing, Christmas lighting, and winter landscape lighting service calls.
SNOW PLOWING
Residential snow plowing
Residential snow plowing is available for properties in close proximity to Wyckoff. Contact us to check whether your home is within our snow plowing service area.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTING
Light up the holidays
Bring a festive glow to your home with our Christmas lighting services. Contact us to discuss your holiday lighting needs.
LANDSCAPE LIGHTING SERVICE
Winter lighting support
We offer landscape lighting service calls throughout the winter for minor repairs and issues that come up during the colder months.
Request an estimate or serviceTell us about your property or give us a call: 201-848-1300
SERVING NEW JERSEY & EXPANDING INTO NY & PA
Let’s plan your outdoor project.
Call, email, or send a request for irrigation, landscape lighting, or outdoor audio/video installation and service.
201-848-1300info@gardenstateirrigation.com
Business hours
Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
Eastern Time
Service area
Passaic, Bergen, Essex, Morris, Hudson, and Ocean counties, NJ
Now expanding into Westchester County, NY, and select areas of Pennsylvania.
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