Gen 2 Technology

Not just lights.
A proper system.

Most permanent lighting companies install 12V systems designed for warm climates. We install Gen 2 24V — engineered for Alberta winters, app-controlled, and built to last decades.

24V
Low-voltage system
vs. industry-standard 12V
75,000+
Lighting effects
& app-controlled scenes
$0
Annual maintenance
zero bulbs to change
−40°C
Rated operating temp
tested for AB winters

Why 24V changes everything

The lighting industry runs on 12V. We run on 24V — and the difference isn't subtle. Higher voltage means brighter output per fixture, less heat, longer run lengths without colour fade, and a system that handles Calgary's extreme temperature swings without skipping a beat.

Brightness consistency Uniform across full run length
Heat generation Lower — extends LED lifespan
Voltage drop Minimal — no dimming at far ends
Cold weather performance Rated to −40°C
IP Rating IP68 — fully submersible
Expected lifespan 50,000+ hours
System Comparison Starise Standard
24V
Brightness output
12V
Brightness output
24V
Cold weather reliability
12V
Cold weather reliability
24V
Colour consistency (full run)
12V
Colour consistency (full run)
✓ 24V systems run cooler and brighter — critical for homes with longer eave runs common in Calgary-area builds.

The app other companies
wish they had.

The #1 complaint we hear from people who switched from a competitor: "The app was a nightmare." Ours isn't. If you can order DoorDash, you can control your Starise system. No manual. No YouTube tutorial. No calling us for help.

What customers say about other brands
I had to watch three videos just to change the colour for Christmas.
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The app crashed every time I tried to schedule a scene.
·
I just stopped using it — too complicated.
1
Open the app iOS or Android — already set up on day of install
2
Tap a scene Pre-loaded with Christmas, Halloween, Canada Day & more
3
Done. Your house changes colour in under 2 seconds
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Auto sunset/sunrise

Turns on at dusk, off at dawn. Set it once, forget it forever.

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Scene scheduling

Set Christmas mode to activate Dec 1 at 5pm. Done.

🎨

16M colour mixing

Full spectrum colour wheel — pick any shade, any zone.

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Multi-zone control

Front, sides, back — control each section independently.

Feature Starise Others
Change a scene 1 tap 3–5 steps
Schedule holidays Built-in presets Manual setup
App setup on install day We do it for you DIY
App crashes / bugs Rare — stable build Common complaint
Need a tutorial? No Usually yes
Lighting Scenes Connected
Everyday Warm White Active ●
Christmas Dec 1–Jan 2
Halloween Oct 25–31
Canada Day Jul 1
Winter Blue Custom
Colour Chase Party mode
+ 75,000+ additional effects available
We connect your phone to the system on install day — you leave knowing exactly how to use it.

Everything the others charge extra for.
We include it.

Individual LED control, sound-reactive party mode, and a system that pays for itself. No monthly fees. No add-on packages. Just one install — and you're set for life.

🎯

Individual LED Mapping

Every single LED on your roofline is individually addressable. Change the colour, brightness, and pattern of each node independently — create custom designs, spell out messages, or run complex animations that competitors can't match.

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Sound-Reactive Lighting

Built-in music sync turns your roofline into a light show. Your lights pulse, chase, and react to music in real time — perfect for house parties, game nights, or just making your neighbours jealous on a Friday evening.

Pay Once. Done Forever.

No subscription fees. No annual service charges. No "premium tier" to unlock features. You pay once for the install, and the system is yours — every feature, every update, every colour. Forever.

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Every Holiday. Covered.

Christmas, Halloween, Canada Day, Diwali, Easter, Oilers game day — switch between holidays with a single tap. Pre-loaded scenes mean you're always ready. No more climbing ladders every December.

Cost Comparison Starise (Permanent) Temporary Lights
Year 1 One-time install Recurring seasonal cost + your time
Year 2–5 $0 Recurring every season
Over 10 years Still $0 extra Higher long-term — keeps recurring
Ladder injuries Zero risk 20,000+ ER visits/year in North America
Holiday variety Unlimited — every holiday One set of lights

Proudly Canadian.
Ruthlessly efficient.

Starise is a locally owned Canadian company — not a franchise, not a reseller, not an American import. We design our systems for Canadian weather, Canadian homes, and Canadian electrical standards. And we build them to use as little energy as possible.

🍁 Canadian Through and Through

Canadian-owned and operated

Founded and headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Every dollar you spend stays in the Canadian economy.

Engineered for Canadian weather

Rated from −40°C to +60°C. Tested through Chinooks, blizzards, hailstorms, and scorching Okanagan summers. Our systems don't just survive Canadian weather — they thrive in it.

In-house crews — no subcontractors

Every installer works for Starise directly. No random sub showing up in an unmarked van. Our team, our training, our standards.

Not a franchise

No franchise fees baked into your price. No corporate call centre. When you call Starise, you get someone who actually installed lights this week.

⚡ The Most Efficient Lighting System You Can Buy

$4–$8/month to run

A full-home Starise system uses less electricity than a single 60W incandescent bulb running 24/7. Most homeowners see zero noticeable change on their power bill.

24V low-voltage = 50% less wasted heat than 12V

Higher voltage means less current drawn for the same brightness. 24V systems waste less energy as heat, last longer, and run cooler — that's physics, not marketing.

50,000+ hour LED lifespan

At 6 hours per night, that's over 22 years of daily use before a single LED needs attention. No bulbs to replace. No maintenance calls. No waste.

Smart scheduling eliminates waste

Auto sunset/sunrise means lights only run when needed. No timers to reset, no forgetting to turn them off. The system adapts to the season automatically.

~4W
Per LED node
90%
Less energy vs. incandescent
22+
Years of nightly use

Backed. Not just installed.

We stand behind every install with coverage that matches the system's expected lifespan. No fine print, no "voids if tampered with" nonsense.

5yr
Product Warranty
Full coverage on all LED fixtures, controllers, and wiring. If it fails, we replace it — no charge.
Local
Calgary-Based Team
We're not a franchise or a 1-800 number. Real people, local crew — reachable long after install day.
$0
Annual Maintenance
No bulbs to change, no annual service fee, no ladder required. The system runs itself, year after year.

Built to code.
Built for Calgary.

Our hardware carries UL, cUL, ETL, CE, FCC, and RoHS certification. We don't cut corners on paperwork or on hardware.

ETL / UL Certified

Hardware certified to UL, cUL, ETL, CE, FCC, and RoHS standards.

Permit-Ready

We handle permit documentation where municipalities require it.

IP68 Waterproof

Fully submersible rating — the highest standard for outdoor LED hardware.

Low-Voltage Safe

24V DC system — safe for homeowners, safe around children.

System voltage24V DC
LED typeRGBWW puck nodes (individually addressable)
Puck spacingEvery 8 inches
Colour gamut16 million colours
Effects library75,000+
IP ratingIP68 (fully submersible)
Operating temp−40°C to +60°C
Lifespan50,000+ hours
ControlApp-controlled (iOS + Android)
Power draw~$4–$8/month typical use
Fixture mountCustom aluminium extrusion channel
CertificationsUL, cUL, CE, ETL, FCC, RoHS
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