Seasonal lighting care addresses electrical issues while ensuring safety and integrity. Working with a professional for periodic inspections and maintenance can help you avoid dimming, electrical shocks, and overloading. You should also see a decrease in your emergency lighting repair needs when you keep up with service in the winter, spring, summer, and fall.
Spring Lighting Maintenance Tips
The winter months can be damaging to your lights, especially on the outside of your home. Clear away debris that is near lights, put fixtures back into place if they shift, and inspect for damage. Corrosion is possible, especially after exposure to moisture. If cleaning doesn’t remove it, consider installing new lighting fixtures. And replace any bulbs that no longer function.
Summer Lighting Maintenance Tips
Focus your attention on performance in the summer months. Nice weather permits cleaning the lenses and surfaces of your lighting. This can restore brightness so that you get maximum performance from your fixtures. A professional can inspect the wiring for your lighting and determine if any UV damage is present or there are issues that result from overheating.
Fall Lighting Maintenance Tips
Fall is a time of year when you’ll want to pay close attention to your lighting and fixtures. In anticipation of cold temperatures and an increase in moisture exposure, make sure fixtures are tight and seals are in place. Remove any fixtures that are directly in the path of strong winds, precipitation, and UV rays.
If you have timers set up for your lighting fixtures, consider the fall and winter schedule that you follow. Have lights turn on when the sun goes down to provide ample visibility. Avoid overuse of your lights to keep utility bills low and to protect electrical integrity. Consider upgrading to smart lighting to better monitor performance and safety throughout the season and the rest of the year.
Winter Lighting Maintenance Tips
Freezing temperatures can damage the delicate wires in your lighting fixtures. Keep snow and ice away from your lights. Have a professional check for water intrusion. If you notice anything like lights that don’t work (intermittently or consistently), sparks coming from lights, or lights that are blinking, reach out to a professional.
Inspect your holiday decorations to ensure wires don’t have fraying or damage. Avoid placing lights in areas where cords can pose a tripping hazard. Don’t overload outlets or circuits. Upgrade standard outlets to GFVI versions for additional safety. Avoid using lighting, inside or outside, if it has damage, dims, or hums.
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