How To Install Patio Lights?

Answer 1

1st measure the area you want the lighting in and decide how much lighting you want. Then choose the type of patio lighting you would like. These can be brought from any home improvement centre. Then follow the instructions that come with the lights to install them correctly.

you need to measure depth and width of your area, take into account neighbouring properties so that you do not invade their privacy or enjoyment of their property. Typically you would want to hang the light at leats 1.5 to 2.5 metres from the ground.

Answer 2

Having outdoor yard lights not only increases the curb appeal of your house at night, they provide safety for your guests as they walk to your front door, make it easier for emergency vehicles to find your house and provide security by keeping the area around your home lit at night. Installing yard lights is a fairly simple process, since the yard light kits usually contain wiring, step-down Transformers, and the light fixtures themselves. Follow these tips for perfect yard light installation.

Step 1: Decide on the type of lights you want. Go to your hardware store and purchase the yard light kit that fits your needs.

Step 2: Map out a diagram on how and where the lights will be installed.

Step 3: Dig a 3” trench that follows along the decided path in your diagram.

Step 4: Lay the light fixtures where you want to install them along the trench.

Step 5: Place the low-voltage cable in the trench, making sure to leave some slack where each light fixture will be installed.

Step 6: Bury the cable in the trench, leaving slacked sections for the light fixtures poking through the dirt.

Step 7: Install the end of the low-voltage cable onto the step-down transformer.

Step 8: Install the step-down transformer to the side of the house or to some other solid object.

Step 9: Plug the transformer in your outdoor outlet.

Step 10: Double-check the installation points for your light fixtures, making sure they are evenly spaced.

Step 11: Make a hole for each light fixture's stake. Do not hammer the light fixtures into the ground.

Step 12: Each light fixture will have a connector that you will simply clamp over the low-voltage cable. These connectors pierce the low-voltage cable and provide voltage to the each light fixture. As you install each light fixture, they will turn on since there is voltage going to them.

Step 13: Install each light fixture in the ground. Tuck any wires into the ground so they are out of sight. Make sure the light fixtures are properly aligned, and pack the dirt/sod around the light fixture firmly.

Step 14: Keep connecting each light fixture to the low-voltage cable, and install them in the ground.

While installing the lights you find a light fixture not coming on, re- clamp the light fixture's connecting wire to the low-voltage cable, or check the bulb. If none of the lights are coming on during installation, check your outdoor outlet to make sure you have voltage at the outlet. If you do have power to the outlet, the step-down transformer might be faulty and will need to be replaced. Once you have completed this project, you will have a nicely lit yard at night that will provide curb appeal, security, and safety for your family and guests.

Answer 3

If you want to have some extra light on your front porch, you should consider installing patio lights. Patio lights increase the safety of your home by lighting the way when guests walk up to your door. They also make your home more inviting and brighter after it gets dark. Whether you want to hire somebody or want to do it yourself, you should not have too much difficulty installing patio lights if you follow these simple steps.

Decide what type of light you want to install

You should first decide what type of patio light you want to install. You can find many different styles of patio lights including free standing lights, sconces and others. You often have to have a professional electrician install sconces and other types of lighting that require integration into your home's electrical system. Make sure to get a licensed contractor who has experience dealing with your specific type of wiring.

Solar lights

If you do not want to deal with having a contractor, you could always consider installing solar lights. You can find many different types of solar lights, but the majority of them work without having to get integrated into your home's electrical system. Most of them have a battery that charges during the day with the sunlight, and then they turn on automatically once it gets dark. Thus, you do not have to worry about turning your porch lights on and off, they do it automatically. In addition, they also do not contribute to your electric bill every month.

Some solar lights do connect to your home's electrical system and give electricity to your home when not functional. These can help lower your electric bill.

You should have no difficulty installing porch lights in your home. They make your home much more inviting and can help lower your electric bill.