Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor security lighting is becoming more and more desirable these days. If you are buying a home to keep as a rental (or even going to resell), make sure you allot for security lighting in your budget.

There are various types of security lighting; always on/off, motion sensor, timer, etc. HZG is a fan of the motion sensor due to the energy savings part. Having a light always on during a set period of time, while very secure, is a large waster of energy. The motion sensor can be annoying if it goes on and off periodically, however the majority of the time you are sleeping any way. So get over it.

There are CFL security flood lights that promise longevity. As addressed in a previous blog, my own test of them in the Ohio climate has had poor results. Maybe in a warmer, drier climate they last longer than standard lighting.

Either way, secure the property - it's worth the investment.