Protect & Beautify Your Home with Security Lighting
Security lighting is a great way to deter crime and increase the comfort, beauty and enjoyment of your home. More than ever, homeowners are reporting safety concerns as vandals and robbers pose a constant threat. We have experienced a sharp increase in the number of requests for security lighting, particularly motion lighting. Generally, these requests come after a homeowner experiences a break-in either at their home or a neighbor’s home.
We have discussed home security and prevention with several local law enforcement officials and their number one suggestion continues to be improved lighting.
Entrance Lighting
Local building codes require homes to have lighting by each entrance or exit. Generally, these are sconce or hanging-type lights which are great for illuminating the front of the home and deterring criminals. Of course, the lights have to be turned on in order to make a difference!
Many homeowners rarely use their front doors, and it is difficult to remember to turn those lights on and off every day. The solution is a timer or photocell lights. Timers can be installed at the switch location to turn the lights on and off for you, every day.
The best time for lighting to be on is during the early evening hours when the lights will get the most use. Motion sensor sconce lights can be purchased at local hardware stores and are a great solution because they can be programmed to come on during the evening hours but act like motion lights for the rest of the night. This helps you conserve energy while still providing light if there is an intruder, a household emergency, or a late-night guest.
Flood Lighting
Flood Lighting is a major crime deterrent, so installing and using it correctly is crucial.
Flood lighting should be installed on all sides of the home, especially in areas that cover vulnerable spots such as gates, windows, carports, and walkways. Not only should the floodlights be easily reachable for bulb maintenance, but they should also be positioned correctly to illuminate the surrounding area. Flood lights can be controlled by a motion sensor, a timer, or a light switch depending on the location.
We recommend installing motion-type lights in entrance areas and areas that are not frequently used such as side yards and back gates. For frequently used areas such as patios and backyards, we recommend controlling the lights with timers or a simple switch. This makes it easy to occupy the area without the motion sensor “timing out” while you’re still enjoying your yard or patio.
Landscape Lighting
Landscape lighting is beautiful, but it’s also very functional.
Properly installed landscape lighting can make a home feel inviting and warm for guests and help ward off potential criminals. Good landscape lighting highlights your home’s features and properly lights steps, pathways, and driveways while serving the dual purpose of enhancing the home and providing safe entry for invited guests.
We recommended controlling landscape lighting with timers set for the early evening hours to maximize actual use and energy efficiency.
Keep Your Household Safe
Our customer’s safety and satisfaction are our top priorities, which is why our detail-oriented technicians make sure to install and service your home lighting system correctly and efficiently each time. If you’re ready to schedule, call us at 770-667-6937 today!
