So what’s the difference between the work of an outside lighting electrician in Atherton and that of an inside lighting electrician? The answer is ‘not much’. Outside electrical lighting requires some tools and materials that are not used indoors. But bringing electricity where you want power and lights requires the same training, experience and understanding of electrical theory regardless of where it’s installed. However, as with all electricians, ours are skilled in all aspects of indoor and outdoor lighting. We use galvanized weatherproof plugs and outdoor light bulbs that can withstand the elements. Electrical cables are not hidden in walls as they are indoors; we bury them in shallow trenches in the ground.
We can put outside lighting just about anywhere on your outside property to meet multiple lighting needs. In Atherton, outside lighting electrician can design landscape lighting that creates a lovely ambiance about your home and garden. That same lighting serves to safely light the way to your garage and entry doors. Your outside lighting also serves as a deterrent to trespassers with or without unlawful intentions. All the lighting is switched and can be separated so you have the option of full or partial lighting or no lighting at all. You may think such outside lighting would result in a prohibitive electric bill but that’s actually not the case. We use low voltage lighting outdoors which uses very little electricity. We can also put it on a timer so the lights come on at dusk and go off at dawn.
An outside lighting electrician in Atherton such as we have is the professional to install your outside lighting. Just like the indoor lighting, you want outside lighting designed and installed safely and properly. Outlet boxes should be covered, cables buried and outside lighting should be on a separate circuit. If we are installing recessed lighting in the house or garage soffits, you want the wiring enclosed in the cladding. There should be no unsightly stringing of wiring. If you think the benefits of outside lighting warrant more investigation contact Mr Dad’s Property Maintenance. We can talk about designs, lighting and installation costs and operation costs. Our prices are reasonable and we think the ambient and safety benefits of outside lighting justify the cost.
