Outdoor security lighting

There are many different types of outdoor security lighting available. Any choice to install outdoor security lights is a good choice, because it has been shown to deter burglars and intruders. The different types available include all night illumination (also known as dusk to dawn), motion sensor lighting, and a combination.

All night illumination is probably the most commonly employed outdoor security lighting technique for deterring intruders. Basically, the home is brightly lit for all hours of the night, from dusk until dawn. The problem with having this type of outdoor security lighting is the cost of the electricity used and the comparatively short life of fixtures since they are in constant use.

Motion sensor lighting is becoming very popular for outdoor security lights. This type of illumination does exactly what its name implies: it comes on only when it detect movement. This is very energy efficient, saving your money in electricity and in short term replacement costs since they only come on when activated by movement. Lanterns and flood light styles are available, and there are even sensors that can be purchased and applied to your existing fixtures to transform them into outdoor security lights.

Another choice that is gaining popularity combines the all night illumination technique with motion sensors. This type of outdoor security lighting is on throughout the night, but not at full strength. When motion is detected, they are activated to full brilliance. Sensors are also available for purchase to transform your existing fixtures into this style of outdoor security lighting.