Summer is in full swing, and it’s time to enjoy it! Before we invite friends and family over to enjoy the backyard and the pool, it’s time to catch up on a little bit of housekeeping. We get it, you may not have touched the pool in 6 months, and do those hanging lanterns even work anymore? If you are looking to get the most out of your summer and all the pool days and evening parties that come with it here are some tips to make it unforgettable.
Light up the Night and Your Yard
Adding outdoor lighting can make your space more inviting and intriguing while also making it a safer environment once the sun goes down. Usually, we can split outdoor lighting into three categories.
Solar Lighting – Solar lights are among the most popular outdoor lighting options. They don’t require any wiring. They are charged by a solar cell, making them some of the easiest to install. They also come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors making them a fun addition to almost any yard. They are often smaller, dimmer, and require six to eight hours of direct sunlight for a full charge. Solar lights are a great fun option, but not the best if you want to light up much more than a walkway.
Low Voltage Landscape Lighting – Low voltage lighting systems are powered through a transformer that lowers the voltage. They work in a variety of settings and are energy efficient, safe to handle, and usually easy to move. Low Voltage lighting can be a great option if you want a good option to light up your yard.
Line Voltage Landscape Lighting – Line voltage lighting operates at the same voltage as your home appliances. They are hard-wired into your home’s electrical system but provide just about everything you might need to light up your whole yard for any event. These are best installed by a licensed electrician.
Pro Tip! Simple solar lights are a great option to illuminate your house number for guests, while wired lights are better options for lighting up your yard.
Pool Days and Nights
Gone are the days when pools closed at sundown. Now you can add lights and sound systems to your pool. A great option whether you want to throw a pool party or get some exercise. Speakers can come in simple Bluetooth, waterproof options, as floating pool toys, or can be installed directly into the walls of your pool so you can listen even underwater.
Similar to speakers, pool lights can be installed directly into the walls of your pool. Not only does this make swimming safer at night, but it is also much more fun! Are you throwing a themed party? Turn the lights orange for your backyard Halloween bash or make your 4th of July barbecue red, white, and blue! It is important whenever you have electrical systems sound water to have a professional and licensed electrician manage the installation. When you first install lights in your pool, the wiring will be run through the pool and back to your home and the outlet you will use for the lighting.
Let us Help Turn Your Yard into a Spectacular Space
We all want to make the most out of our summer vacation. Whether it’s backyard barbecues or late-night pool parties you’ll need the extra oomph to make it a night to remember and keep it safe. If you want to add a special touch to your pool or light up your entire yard, contact the professional electricians at Pat Myers Electric!
