Marietta Outdoor Lighting Company Shows Safety First When Installing Garden Lights

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According to the team at the Southern Landscape Lighting Systems in Marietta, GA they are all too often coming across stories of people injuring themselves, sometimes seriously, while installing their own outdoor lights. On-site assessment and consultations also reveal unsafe practices that residents have been employing when putting up and connecting their outdoor lights that create potential hazards for people on the property.

Southern Landscape Lighting Systems shared some basic safety tips that they hope will help their community stay safe when creating architectural lighting systems at homes and businesses.

According to the outdoor lighting company’s expert advice, safety should always be the first consideration when it comes to lighting. With Christmas just around the corner, it is of utmost importance that people learn about safety around lighting installation. According to The Independent Online, 84 Americans were admitted to hospital over December 2016 due to injuries related to Christmas lights.

It is important not to rush, they say, as this is when most mistakes tend to happen. Basic considerations are points such as ensuring the mains are switched off before plugging in lights, and if you are using a ladder that it is secure and stable before using.

Remember to check the manufacturer’s instructions carefully and only use lights specifically designed for outdoor use. Southern Landscape Lighting Systems also noted that people are often tempted to modify and alter the lights they have bought. They strongly warn against this unless you have a sound knowledge of electrical installations. Considering that they have a low voltage electrical license, it may be prudent to consult an expert if you have any queries.

Also, of great importance is to keep an eye on young children around the lights as there are often smaller items like the globes on string lights that are all too easy to inhale or swallow.

The cables and cords from the lights can themselves become a safety risk. Try to avoid running cables along walkways so as not to be a potential tripping hazard. Make sure that cables aren’t run through doors and windows where they might be squashed or damaged and never run cables through pools or water features. All outdoor connection points must be waterproofed or sheltered.

Finally, they say that if you want to take your safety yet one more step further, you can install a safety switch, or get an expert to do this for you.

Southern Landscape Lighting Systems are justifiably proud of their 100% safety record and their commitment to the continued education means that customers have peace of mind and confidence in their outdoor lights. An installation by the team will last for years to come and can be installed in family-friendly gardens that are used by children (as well as their pets).

For more information and support you can contact a friendly consultant at Southern Landscape Lighting Systems and they’ll be able to guide you through the process for choosing an outdoor lighting installation that is both safe and aesthetically pleasing.

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Southern Landscape Lighting Systems provide exceptional service by knowledgeable staff to residents and business owners in Marietta as well as Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, and Acworth. They specialize in low voltage landscape lighting design and installation and have a low voltage electrical license.

With years of continued reliable service, Southern Landscape Lighting Systems perfectly highlights the best features of outdoor areas whether to fulfill ambiance, safety or security needs.

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