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Outdoor lighting plays a crucial role in effectively utilizing your property and enhancing overall security. However, there are several issues unique to outdoor lighting fixtures that require immediate attention to prevent hazardous situations. In reality, landscape lighting fixtures are susceptible to power supply and wiring issues, which can lead to complete system failure and costly repairs. At Abulous Lighting, we understand how to detect problems and accurately diagnose the root cause. If you want to get the most out of your outdoor lighting, continue reading to ensure you address power supply and wiring issues before they worsen.
As the name suggests, light connectors attach outdoor lighting to a power source. If you have a landscape lighting installation planned, the technician will position connectors to shield fixtures from the elements. This means you don’t have to worry about the effects of water or adverse weather conditions. Over time, connectors can wear and tear, posing electrocution and even fire risks. If you notice holes in the protective covering of wires, act quickly to prevent further damage and costly replacements.
A professional outdoor lighting technician can prevent such issues by recommending effective solutions like replacing broken or frayed connectors and weatherproofing guards. Experts work with you throughout the process to ensure you make the most of your investment.
While small critters may not raise concerns at first, they can congregate near outdoor lighting fixtures, particularly fireflies. Additionally, exposed cables are frequently chewed through by rodents, leading to illumination issues and dark spots. Even if landscape lighting installation involves burying wires, pests can still enter and cause damage to transformers and other vital components.
With this in mind, investing in pest control or implementing effective DIY solutions to tackle ants can resolve underlying issues. Another viable option is to plan routine maintenance with a trusted outdoor lighting expert, ensuring pest-related issues don’t worsen and compromise your setup. Once professionals have a clear picture of the damage, they can develop a tailored plan to repair or replace the damaged parts so that your lights remain in good working order.
Although LED lights have a long lifespan, it is not indefinite. If you have the correct wattage and size, it shouldn’t be too difficult to replace broken or damaged bulbs. However, aging LEDs may suggest that other fixtures are also near the end of their lifespan. In such cases, considering a full landscape lighting installation may be the best option.
Burned-out bulbs are another issue altogether, especially if it is a recurring problem. If outdoor lighting fixtures are installed incorrectly, they can cause bulbs to burn out frequently. This is often a result of varying voltage applied to each bulb, causing different brightness levels and frequent burnouts. Another cause of burnt-out bulbs is an extreme power surge, which is common in outdoor lighting that uses a multi-tap transformer.
It is essential to consult a trusted lighting expert to inspect and change bulbs, especially if you are unclear about the wattage. The best way to avoid dealing with costly outdoor lighting repairs over time. Professionals can also help determine whether the problem can be fixed quickly or requires more work.
Call Abulous Lighting for reliable landscape lighting installation and maintenance services. Even if you are confident that your fixtures will last due to the excellent workmanship or quality materials, ignoring routine care can lead to malfunction and damage. Schedule your appointment today to set up a consultation with certified technicians rather than attempting DIY alternatives.
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Absolute Lighting installed my outdoor flood lights 2 years ago and they are beautiful! They did such a great job that I used them to setup and take down the Christmas lights for the past 2 years. I would highly recommend them. Frank always responds to questions and automatically puts me on the schedule for set up and take down of the Christmas Lights.
We love Abulous lighting and have been using them for years They are very responsive and professional and will come back no questions asked for any follow up work Good pricing and highly trustworthy Frank, the owner, is a true stand up guy. I recommend without reservation
Frank and the team at Abulous were great to work with. They came out and retro-upgraded some previous lighting that we had done a few years back and made it look as seamless and continuous as possible. They also worked with us on the best (& most economical) way to light up a hard to reach area of our yard. They also followed up with us after we had another group of workers "disturb" some of the lighting wires and came back out and fixed everything back up again. Very friendly, dependable local resource who do great work. Highly recommend.
After reviewing multiple companies we contracted with Abilous Lighting to create outside accent lighting for our home, backyard patio, walkways, & fire pit. Their ideas and design were the best! It was a pleasure working with Frank Hasty, who did the design, and his crew of Brandon & Rusty who performed the work. All were excellent to work with. We are very happy with Abulous Lighting.