Burglars want to go undetected, so they look for dark, secluded areas to break into homes. Lighting is a convenient and functional addition to any home security system, protecting vulnerable areas. Here are some tips to help you secure your property.

How to Add Security Lights to Your Home

1. Use Floodlights

Homes with large lawns are usually far from the street and neighboring houses. Burglars will be tougher to detect, which may increase the chances of break-ins.

Mount floodlights on all sides of your house to illuminate large areas. A lighting contractor will place them strategically for the best coverage. Pick products with motion sensors so you don’t have to keep the lights on all night. Since floodlights are very bright, the shock of them turning on might drive away unauthorized visitors.

2. Mount Lights on Doorways

Keep your doorways illuminated at all times with mounted lights. These discreet fixtures provide plenty of illumination so burglars have no opportunity to pick your locks.

Choose long-lasting light-emitting diode (LED) lights that won’t waste energy and trim landscaping around the entryways to reduce shadows. Many homeowners complement mounted fixtures with lampposts, walkway lamps, and other landscape fixtures that beautify their yards.

3. Invest in Smart Systems

Smart systems lead the way in home security. They connect with your existing fixtures and allow you to control them from a tablet or smartphone anytime.

Some models allow you to connect the lighting system to a timer, while others have “Away” and “Nighttime” presets to turn fixtures on and off as needed. These smart installations often connect with other home security systems, such as surveillance cameras, to deliver an all-in-one management tool.

If you’re ready to add lighting to your home security system, contact SafeT Systems of Knoxville, TN. These professionals have over 20 years of experience and will connect you with cutting-edge automated products. Their lighting systems can control all the fixtures in your home and have several customizing options. Learn more about their work with illumination online, connect on Facebook for updates and more safety tips, or call (865) 693-0095 to schedule a consultation.