In terms of security, safety and functionality, whether you are looking to add lighting to the front or back of your home, it is very important to consider having an outdoor lighting system professionally installed. Since a high-quality outdoor lighting system is an investment, it is critical to understand what it can do for you and your home.  Here are the typical fixtures a professional lighting company will use which will help you to better understand the benefits of an outdoor lighting system:

-Motion Lighting

Motion lights are a useful non-permanent fixture that will turn on and off according to your desired setting.  They are ideal for deterring unwanted visitors from your home, especially in those dark corners and areas of your property.  Be sure to have motion lights positioned away from areas where constant movement may be detected such as your neighbor’s windows, clotheslines or other frequently moving items.

-Deck Lighting

Specifically tailored to fit in with the material and shape of your deck, deck lights allow the optimal lighting of your deck space, without compromising the aesthetic appeal of the decking design.  They come in a variety of forms including spotlights and rail lights, as well as LED lighting.

-Wall-Mounted Lighting

If you prefer to keep lights off the ground and out of the way, wall-mounted or hanging lights are always an option.  These fixtures are often a more traditional way to light up an area without jeopardizing the safety and security of your outdoor lighting system.

-Walkway or Pathway Lighting

Quality walkway and pathway lights up to your front door are critical to keep your family and guests safe, and they are an effective way to deter unwanted visitors.  These types of lights will serve as a guide to your front door at night, preventing trips and falls on steps or on shrubbery around your home’s entrance.  Walkway and pathway lights come in a variety of forms including spotlights, lanterns or posts and choosing which ones to use will depend on what best suits the style of your home.

-Landscape Lighting Landscape lighting can enhance certain areas of your home such as your garden, trees, flowerbeds or any other shrubbery that could use a bit of a dramatic effect.  It plays an important role in adding to your home’s natural beauty and aesthetics, while also increasing your home’s curb appeal.  There are many techniques that are used when creating the ideal landscape lighting design, that avoid overusing light.