The security of Light-Other Things you need to know

How Bright Should an Outdoor Security Light Be?

Light intensity matters a lot when it comes to security lighting.

Basically:

It has to be enough to fully illuminate the area without being too much to cause discomfort.

So, how can you find the perfect balance in security lighting?

Experts often recommend that the lumen output for outdoor security lights with sensor be between 700 and 1300 lumens.

That way you’ll end up with an exterior light that clearly illuminates without causing any eye discomfort to anyone passing by.

Is It Safe To Have Porch Light On Or Off?

When it comes to the safety and security of your home, porch lights often play a vital role.

But, There has been a lot of debate on whether or not people should leave their porch lights on or off.

There are a few compelling points for and against leaving the porch light ON/OFF.

For example:

You should leave your porch light ON because:

Safety and security reasons, of course. Burglars and intruders in urban areas don’t like confrontations and that’s why they often go for homes that look deserted. Having your porch light on will tell everyone that you are home. Plus, it will ensure that the path to your doorstep is well lit and safe to use for you, your family, and friends.

When you are going out or expecting someone who’ll come in a bit late at night.

When you are still awake. Having your porch light on shows that there’s someone in the house who’s still up. This can prove very useful in emergencies when someone needs assistance.

On the other hand, those who feel the porch light should be OFF will argue:

It’s more cost-effective to keep this light off. Leaving it on will greatly impact your monthly power bill.

Unless it has photocell sensors leave it off when you go for a vacation. Anyone who notices that your porch light is always on 24/7 – even during the day – might figure out that you are not there and be motivated to break in.

When you are hosting a rave or party all night at your place.

Do Motion Sensor Lights Deter Burglars?

There are a lot of strong points that make it a viable assumption.

And the best point of them all is that “burglars and intruders will avoid confrontations at all costs because they know the outcome might not be good for either you or them.”

Therefore, they often stay clear of houses that look occupied, and one of the easiest ways to tell whether a house is occupied or not is by looking at its outdoor lighting.

So:

If you are still asking; do lights keep burglars away?

I’d say, Yes; but to some degree.

Hence, even as you invest in quality home security lights, make sure you also take other precautionary and security measures to ensure that you and your family remain safe.

And that’s a wrap on everything you need to know about security lights.