Canadian winters are long, cold and
dark. We all enjoy the holiday season, when our neighbourhoods are transformed
with coloured, sparkling lights. But in order for the magic to happen, many of
us climb extension ladders, dealing with tangled strings of lights, cold stiff
fingers, and icy cement. Then we do it all again a few weeks later, when we
take them down. Each year, holiday decorating
accidents send many Canadians to the emergency room, and are the cause of some
serious injuries.
What if bringing the light into winter
was as easy as pressing a button on a remote, or using a smartphone app? And
what if you could have lights any time you wanted that were virtually invisible
the rest of the time? Well, the good news is that you can, with exterior
residential accent lighting! These permanent LED lighting systems are the
simplest way to add some colourful joy into your family life (and the whole neighbourhood) all year round.
And they have plenty of other advantages, too.
Safe,
Cost-Effective, and Environmentally-Friendly
An outdoor LED accent lighting system is
a good investment for your home. It will add curb appeal, and provide added
security for your property. It will also, of course, keep you from climbing
ladders in the dead of winter!
LED lights are much more economical than
incandescent ones – in fact, because LED lights operate at a lower voltage,
they can save you up to 80% of the cost of more conventional lighting. LED
lights are also extremely durable and long-lasting. Many systems have a
five-year warranty, but if you choose a company that specializes in lights for
Canadian weather, you can expect decades of reliable lighteven if a segment of
your lighting needs replacement, it’s a fast and easy repair job.)
Because LEDs need replacing so rarely
and use less energy, they’re much more environmentally-friendly than
conventional lights. Most systems are recyclable and non-toxic as well.
Celebrating
Special Occasions
Once you have permanent accent lighting
installed, you will discover how much fun they can be. Unlike conventional
lights, LEDs have a huge range of colour options available, as well as the
ability to move dynamically. You can program your lights to cycle through
various colours, and to flash, blink, chase, or strobe. You can put on an
elaborate light show, or simply let them glow softly. And many homeowners have
realized that LED lights can be enjoyed all year round.
If you choose not to use your exterior
residential accent lighting except during the holidays, it will not be
noticeable. However, many people choose to turn the lights on for other special
occasions, or to light up their houses every night. It’s nice to have ambient
lighting if you’re enjoying a barbecue or a drink in the backyard on a warm
summer evening, for example. You might want to create a light show for a
child’s birthday party. Turn on spooky orange lights for Halloween to attract
trick-or-treaters. Celebrate your Irish heritage on St. Paddy’s Day with a
green glow, or the fact that Brazil won the World Cup with a green, white,
gold, and blue display!
Exterior residential accent lighting can
be beautiful, fun, and as unique as your family. Contact an LED specialist
today!