Southern Landscape Lighting Systems of Acworth designs, installs and services premium residential and commercial outdoor LED lighting systems in the metro Atlanta area. The landscape lighting installation process includes a free day-time consultation/picture consultation where the team visits the client’s property. Southern Landscape Lighting Systems of Acworth estimates factors in the types of fixtures used, the number of institutions required for the project, and the price for the installation.
Preparing for a Lighting Consultation
Tip #1: Focus on three priorities: security, functionality, and beauty.
A well-designed and well-executed landscape lighting design can add up to 20% to the value of a house, and LED landscape lighting can help improve safety around the property. In addition, LED lighting and programmable technology can dramatically increase the enjoyment of the home.
Tip #2: Explore the benefits of LED lighting.
Modern LED landscape lighting technology boasts energy efficiency, long-lasting bulbs, low maintenance, flexibility, affordability, safety, and programmability. LEDs use 80% less energy than their traditional halogen counterparts. LED bulbs last upwards of 40,000 hours before needing to be changed. The bulbs' longevity and the fixtures' durability explain the low maintenance. The lenses are easy to clean, as well. The low-voltage and lower operational temperature mean an LED lighting system is exceptionally safe.
Tip #3: Inquire about programmable technology.
With the advent of phone apps and Bluetooth technology, programmability has reached a zenith of capabilities and ease of use. The programming possibilities are as vast as the imagination and the needs of the customer. However, the application of the technology requires thoughtful intentionality.
Listed below are several questions to discuss with the design and installation team.
- What hours of the evening should the lights be operational?
Evening Light: Light sensing technology can signal a lighting system to become operational when darkness falls. Dusk can be one of the most unsafe times of the day. A lighting system can be brought online in phases and locations to accommodate safety and security concerns. The homeowner may only want high traffic areas and entrances lighted during early dusk rather than prematurely bringing the entire system online. This capability also conserves energy and cuts costs. Ask the designer what other homeowners have done that might be helpful.
Morning Light: Most people think of landscape lighting as an evening rather than a morning amenity and only consider evening programming configurations and commands. Some metro Atlanta residents have the freedom to shift work schedules to avoid the morning metro traffic mayhem and will leave for work an hour or two early, meaning it is always dark when they leave for work.
Acworth, GA, homeowners should consider the benefits of bringing up all or some of the lighting systems in the early morning hours. The reasons may include:
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- Physical safety while walking from the home to the vehicle while it is still dark in the morning
- Personal security while exercising, walking pets, taking out the trash, doing light yard work, or servicing vehicles before going to work
- Stimulation from the blue light in LED arouses the mental faculties
- Should later hours be scheduled for the weekend to accommodate entertainment, recreation, and leisure activities? If so, what are the time ranges?
- What should be the priority for the default setting? Security, functionality, or aesthetics?
The security setting would cast light on areas of darkness that could double as hiding places for bad actors. Storage areas for lawn care and recreation equipment would also be lighted. Entranceways and the driveway garner special attention. The driveway could be illuminated with a simple command from a motion sensor, and the light would automatically turn off after a few minutes after the person has safely entered the vehicle and locked the door.
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Is it possible to enhance recreational activity?
Another command could activate a recreational mode that makes the backyard safe for everything from kickball to croquet to soccer. In contrast to the bright recreational lighting option, a discrete mode would provide privacy and seclusion for that personal time of relaxation, reflection, and pleasure in the hot tub.
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Can landscape lighting enhance curb appeal?
In collaboration with the lighting designer, the homeowner could configure a program setting that highlights the unique aesthetic qualities of the home. The special lighting would enhance guests’ first glimpse of the residence.
Tip #4: Broach the issue of light pollution.
Metro Atlanta ranks among the top ten largest metropolitan areas in the US. The larger, denser population has brought to light the issue of light pollution, so HOAs and municipalities are placing tighter restrictions on outdoor landscape lighting. These restrictions need to be identified at the beginning of the consultation.
Contact Southern Landscape Lighting Systems to learn more about landscape lighting design and installation. The Acworth office can be reached by phone at (678) 324-6842 or by email at lindsey@southernlls.com.
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