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Benefits of Installing Motion-Activated Outdoor Lights

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  David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com Your yard can be much more dangerous at night than it is during daylight hours. Objects you can’t see, ice on the ground, animals and trespassers are sources of concern for all homeowners. Installing motion-activated outdoor lights is a simple way to protect yourself and others from these hazards. How Do Motion-Activated Lights Work? Motion detectors detect infrared waves, or heat waves, from moving objects, such as people, animals and vehicles. When a warm object passes its field of view, a motion detector causes a light to turn on. It stays on for an amount of time set by the homeowner, then turns off if the detector no longer senses motion. The field of view and distance range vary depending on the model of motion detector and the settings the homeowner chooses. Reasons to Install Outdoor Lights Motion-activated outdoor lights can help you avoid accidents and injuries at night. For example, if you need to walk up steps to enter your ho...