Security Lighting welcomes Visitors But Deters Intruders....

It is not questionable that security lighting can help to deter potential burglar alarms from a property or business. Burglars will often choose an easy option, when a property is well lit they will generally look for an easier option, where they can hide in the darkness.

There are so many security lighting options available on the market, but they will normally fall into the following categories.

Manually Operated

This is probably the least popular type of security lighting as it is quite wasteful of electricity. This type of security lighting is simply switched on and off when necessary, for instance when someone is at the door or left on overnight.

Timer Operated

This type of security lighting is programmed to switch on lights either internally or externally during the night or anytime in between. Some systems can allow for multiple on/off periods.

Dusk 'Til Dawn Security Lighting

This type of security lighting is probably the most preferred lighting choice for keeping your home well lit. The lamp stays on during the hours of darkness and switches off when it starts getting light.

This type of security lighting boasts the following advantages:

• Very energy efficient
• Can provide a pleasant light to sit outside in the evening
• Lamp life is very long, around 8-10 times more then a household bulb
• Deters burglars
  

Movement Sensor Operated

Movement sensor operated security lighting usually uses a Passive Infra-Red Receiver (PIR) and a halogen light. This form of security lighting does however have a number of disadvantages associated with it. These include:

• It is very energy inefficient
• Creates a very harsh light, causing extreme shadows
• Many false activations e.g. cat walking past and activating light
• Often causes irritant to neighbours due to very bright light activating in the night
• Can cause dazzling effect to motorists when fitted to a house near to a road
  

Security Package

It is important to remember that you should always consider having other security measures in place and have them complemented with security lighting. Having a good all round home security package will help to keep intruders out and protect your property and belongings. A house fitted with security lighting, good locks, and perhaps an alarm and/or gate will all help make your home or business less attractive to potential thieves.

How Many Lights?

Every situation is different and our experienced members in Ireland will be able to help you decide on how many lights you will need. You need to the property to be well lit but it doesn't have to be over the top. Contact one of our ISG members that operate in your local area of Ireland and they will be able to help you.