Hiring an Outdoor Lighting Contractor
Outdoor lighting will let you continue enjoying your patio, porch, and backyard even after the sun goes down. An outdoor lighting system is a great investment in your home. It will add to its security, enhance its beauty and value, and offer you years of enjoyment.
If you’ve decided to set up an outdoor lighting system in your Loudoun County home, your best bet is to call a professional electrical contractor. Outdoor wiring is a high-risk adventure that’s best left to professionals. In this post, we’ll take a look at what to ask before you hire an outdoor lighting contractor.
The Latest Lighting
Is your electrical contractor familiar with the most up-to-date lighting technology, including LED lights and smart sensors?
At SESCOS, we sell, install and service a wide variety of the most innovative home lighting solutions. SESCOS technicians can show you how to incorporate these innovations into your own lighting scheme.
Get control with on-off timers, photoelectric sensors, motion sensors, and combo sensors. We’ll show you how to integrate these smart techniques into the rest of your home’s technology and make controlling your lights a breeze.
Licensing and Certification
Does the electrical contractor have all the necessary state and local licenses?
It’s an unfortunate fact that Virginia, like every state, has its share of unlicensed contractors who will take your money and then produce substandard work.
SESCOS technicians are professionally trained, licensed, insured and bonded. We’re a company with decades-long roots in our community and a history of service to our residential, commercial and industrial customers.
Follow Up and Maintenance
Some outdoor lighting contractors will do a great job selling you a lighting system and even installing it, but what happens when the job is finished? All too often, you might be left out in the cold and the dark.
At SESCOS, we’re a family business that treats every customer like they are family. We offer a no-questions guarantee and a commitment to work that we’re proud to stand behind. We won’t leave you in the lurch when it’s time to fix or maintain your lighting fixtures or wiring.
Safety First
You should always feel confident that the electrical outdoor lighting contractor you hire takes your family’s safety as seriously as you do.
A professionally installed outdoor lighting system will give you consistent, safe levels of power and the convenience of knowing that all you have to do is flip a switch.
You should also look for key safety details like the following.
Protection. Connections should have copper sleeves and waterproof covers. All outlets should have GFCI protection.
Durable fixtures. Fixtures for outdoor lights should be die-cast, professional-grade aluminum, brass or polymer. Cheaper fixtures won’t stand up to wet weather and will create a fire hazard.
Go low. Low-voltage systems are quick to install and provide years of low-cost, low-maintenance enjoyment.
Experience and References
Does the outdoor lighting contractor have the right experience and a solid reputation in the community? Can they provide references attesting to their professionalism and skill?
SESCOS is a Loudoun County business with deep roots in the community, and we’re proud of our rating as one of the regions best electrical contractors. We combine cutting-edge knowledge and innovation with old-fashioned values of honesty and integrity.
Switch with SESCOS
If you’re ready to enjoy the security, beauty, convenience and just plain fun of an outdoor lighting system, call SESCOS and get ready to make the switch. We’ll discuss your plans and show you how to get the most out of your bright new nights.